Floor and wall finishes

FLOOR AND WALL FURNISHES

  • All parts of the meat plants must be able to clean easily and the floors and walls should be non-toxic and non-absorbent. The floors should be non slippery. 
  • It is recommended that walls should be coated with a smooth, durable, impervious material to a height of not less than 3 m from the floor.
  • Surface materials should be capable of withstanding impact, doors should be wide enough to allow easy passage of personnel.
  • Good ventilation, insulation and easily cleaned surfaces will minimize the disruption of routine works.
  • Abattoir operations entail wet floors on which are usually present quantities of fat and blood. While floor finishes should be easily cleaned, they should also non-slip.
  • Walls and floors may be made of concrete or tiles. Wall sheets are often used in the form of plastic laminates, aluminum, polished asbestos, PVC-faced rust less metal or stainless steel. 
Last modified: Tuesday, 11 October 2011, 11:36 AM