Paragraph 4 A. Conditions applicable when the milk is heated in bottles or by a continuous-flow method

A sample of the milk taken in accordance with Part I of Schedule 5 at the heat treatment establishment after sterilisation shall after incubation for 15 days at 30°C. satisfy the plate count test prescribed in Part III of that Schedule. The sample shall be deemed to satisfy the test if the plate count is not more than 10 per 0.1 ml.

A sample of the milk taken in accordance with Part I of Schedule 5 after sterilisation and before delivery to the consumer shall satisfy the turbidity test prescribed in Part V of that Schedule. The sample shall be deemed to satisfy the test if it gives a filtrate showing no sign of turbidity.