# The Welfare of Farmed Animals (England) Regulations 2007, Paragraph 9: Cleaning and disinfection

Extent: E+W

(1) Housing, pens, equipment and utensils used for pigs must be properly cleaned and disinfected as often as necessary to prevent cross-infection and build-up of disease-carrying organisms.
(2) Faeces, urine and uneaten or spilt food must be removed as often as necessary to minimise smell and to avoid attracting flies or rodents.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2007/2078/schedule/8/paragraph/9 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/welfare-of-farmed-animals-england-regulations-2007/schedule-8/paragraph-9
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