NDDB
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 

Objective

To facilitate the milk collection personnel at the bulk milk cooler (BMC)
centres to follow the correct procedure for collection of safe and superior
quality milk in the shortest possible time.

Activites

1. Milk Collection
2. Milk sampling and testing
3. Milk Chilling in BMC
4. Cleaning of BMC/Cans/Sample bottles etc.
5. Tanker loading and dispatch of milk to CC/dairy plant

WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS

1. Preparatory
activities 1.1. The BMC In-charge and operator should report at least
one hour before the notified time of milk collection.

1.2. Clean and sanitize all milk collection accessories prior

to milk collection.

1.3. Ensure use of clean sample bottles for milk samples.

1.4. Keep sample bottles upside down without capping

in the cleaned sample tray and allow bottles to dry.
Bottle caps also be allowed to dry in clean and dry place.

1.5. Do not keep milk samplers, plunger or any other

articles on the floor. Put these on the shelves.

1.6. Ensure that nylon sieve and nylon/ muslin cloth used
for milk filtration is clean and not damaged.

1.7. Organize the milk reception place properly and ensure

that printer stationery and other necessary articles such
as chemicals, reagents, cleaning agents and sanitizers
are in place.

1.8. Ensure that all the chemicals/reagents being used are

under their expiry period.
  
NDDB
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
1.9. Maintain good personnel hygiene as under:

1.9.1. Hand washing on a frequent basis, especially at

all times after the employees use the
washrooms/toilets and also prior to milk
collection.

1.9.2. Report to work in good health, dressed in clean

clothes.

1.9.3. Maintain short trimmed fingernails regularly.

1.9.4. Avoid handling milk if there are any open wounds

or sores especially on the hands and arms or if
suffering from cough/cold or sneezing. Treat and
bandage wounds and sores immediately.

1.9.5. Hair must be trimmed and kept short, not

covering the forehead and not touching the shirt
collar at the back (for men). For women hair must
always be tied.

1.10. Check cleanliness for the following:

1.10.1. Milk collection accessories: There should

not be any visible fat stains, should be dust
free and odour less. Follow the cleaning
steps if there is any equipment/accessory
which has visible fat stains or odour.

1.10.2. Sample Bottles: Always ensure use of

clean sample bottles for collecting milk
samples. Keep sample bottles up side down
without capping in the cleaned sample tray
and allow bottles to air dry. Bottle Caps
must also be allowed to air dry in clean and
dry place.

1.10.3. Nylon sieve/nylon cloth used for milk

filtration should be clean odour free and
not damaged.
  
NDDB
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
1.10.4. Bulk milk cooler and connected
equipment (Detailed CIP has to be carried
out post the time of tanker dispatch)

1.10.4.1. Inspect the BMC tank for proper

cleanliness particularly -dipstick
and dipstick socket, tank corners,
agitator paddles (especially under
the paddle). Presence of dust,
particles, insects, deposition of milk
solids should be removed with
necessary cleaning-in-place
(CIP)and thorough rinsing with hot
water.

1.10.4.2. Check dump tank, connected pipe

lines, milk pump (from outside
without opening it), valves, unions,
rubber gaskets to ensure proper
cleaning.

1.10.4.3. Check that milk pump seal is not

leaking during operation.

1.10.4.4. Drain water if any, from the BMC.

1.10.4.5. Fix valves and strainers/filters in

the proper position. Ensure that
strainers /SS screens are not torn
or damaged.

1.10.4.6. Check the milk lines (SS Pipeline)

and milk pump for any leaks by
pumping water.

1.11. The BMC In-charge and operator should maintain

high standard of general cleanliness and upkeep
for BMC area:

1.11.1. Ensure that ‘No smoking’, ‘No tobacco chewing’

and ‘No spitting’ signs or posters are displayed
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
inside the BMC covered area at conspicuous
places.

1.11.2. Keep stray dogs/cats away from the milk

reception area.

1.11.3. Ensure that the BMC has adequate protection

from birds, rodents, pests, lizards, insects, etc.

1.11.4. Keep the surroundings clean by ensuring that

there is no accumulation of waste and water
around the BMC.

1.11.5. Ensure that the milk collection area is not used

for washing hands and ‘Hand washing’ signs or
posters are posted at appropriate locations
around the BMC.

1.11.6. Do not let the unwanted material to get

accumulated at the work place.

1.11.7. Spray approved disinfectants around the milk

collection area at the end of each shift (do not
store disinfectants near milk collection area).

1.11.8. Ensure that no loose wires are hanging in the

milk collection area. All wires must be neatly
clipped together.

1.11.9. Ensure that the BMC flooring at all times is free

from cracks, crevices and free from water
accumulation.

1.11.10. Ensure that all drains are free flowing and that
there is no accumulation of water/milk/any
other material.

1.11.11. Ensure that wall and ceilings are free of cobwebs

and loose chips of paint or any building material.
  
NDDB
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
2. Checks EMT and Milk Analyzer
before
starting 2.1 Keep the EMT/ Milk Analyzer connected to battery.
milk
collection 2.2 Ensure that the computer, printer, UPS and the
electronic weigh scale function properly.

2.3 Prior to milk collection, switch on the milk tester/milk

analyzer and allow it to warm up for at least 30 minutes.

2.4 Check and calibrate the EMT/ milk analyzer with

control sample.

2.5 Record the variation, if any and inform the supervisor

for advice. Follow the supervisor’s advice to proceed
further.

2.6 Make a note in the log book for any action performed to
correct the calibration of the EMT.

2.7 Perform pre-operational procedures for the milk tester/

milk analyzer such as de-aeration of syringes and zero
check as detailed in the supplier’s user manual.

Electronic Milk Weighing Scale

2.8 Ensure that proper power supply and earthing is

available to the electronic weigh scale.

2.9 Ensure that the balancing knobs of the weigh scale are
firmly placed on the leveled surface/floor and weigh
scale platform is leveled.

2.10 Switch on the electronic weigh scale and allow it to

warm up for at least 30 minutes, before starting milk
collection.

2.11 Check the accuracy of the Electronic weigh scale with

known weights and record correction factor in the log
book in case of variation.

2.12 Ensure that the electronic weigh scale is certified

  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
annually by the Legal Metrology Department.

2.13 Ensure that the electronic weigh scale is set to auto

tare.

Bulk Milk Cooler and connected equipment

2.14 Use the calibrated dip-stick provided with BMC to get a

most/ near accurate measure of milk in the BMC tank.
Preserve the calibration chart with care.

2.15 Please note that the calibrated dip-stick and the

corresponding calibration chart are specific for each
BMC and using these for measuring milk in other BMCs
will give a wrong reading.

Electrical/ Mechanical

2.16 Check power supply voltage from the stabiliser (For

single phase- 220-240V; or three phase 420-440V). In
case of low voltage operate the DG set.

2.17 Keep a rubber mat on the floor in front of the electrical

panel board (this ensures that electrical shocks are
avoided if earthing fails).

2.18 Ensure that earthing pits are providing proper earthing.

Regular check of water level in the earthing pit has to be
carried out on weekly basis. Check the power supply
meter and note the reading on a daily basis for each shift
(morning and evening).

Diesel generator (DG set)

2.19 Check the acid level in the battery, engine oil level in the
generator sump and diesel level in the fuel tank using
their respective dipstick. If the level falls below the
minimum mark on the dipstick then put distilled water,
engine oil and diesel respectively into battery, generator
sump and fuel tank.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
2.20 Visually check the belt tension and condition of the belt
(wear and tear).

2.21 Visually check for oil/water leakages in the

packing/gaskets (used to prevent oil/water leakages)
and in the pipelines.

2.22 Run the DG set on ‘no load’ for 5 minutes daily to

ensure its readiness after switching it on and record the
daily operational load, hours run in the DG log book.

Refrigeration unit attached to the BMC

2.23 Perform a trial run of the compressor before milk

collection. View the flow of gas through the sight glass.

2.24 Check oil level in the compressor before starting the

unit.

2.25 Keep all the doors/ window shutters of the BMC centre
open while running the compressor for proper air
circulation.

2.26 Check whether the condensing unit is warm or not.

3. Milk
Collection Milk Collection
activities 3.1. Ask pourer members to follow in a queue.

3.2. Start milk collection at the scheduled time daily both

morning/ evening.

3.3. Advise milk producers to filter milk using a clean filter

and bring filtered milk in covered SS vessels.

Milk Collection, Sampling and Testing

3.4. Check the milk for any extraneous material such as
dirt, hair, dead flies, straw etc. and educate the
producer.
  
NDDB
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
3.5. Advise milk producers to filter milk using a clean filter
before bringing to collection centre.

3.6. Check the milk for presence of adulterants

organoleptically and if suspected, keep it aside for test.
Reject the milk if found adulterated.

3.7. Avoid contact with milk during milk collection.

3.8. Gently stir the milk in the producer’s vessel before

drawing the sample in a sampling bottle.

3.9. Draw the milk sample from the member’s container

and pour in the sample bottle carefully so as not to
spill milk.
3.10. Operate the PC-AMCU complete with EMT or Analyzer
& EWS on auto mode only.

3.11. Steps – If AMCU (EMT REIL) is available

3.11.1. Operate the system in auto mode only.

3.11.2. Tare the electronic weigh scale and ask

member to pour milk in the container kept on
the weigh scale.

3.11.3. Record the milk quantity with the member

code in the system.

3.11.4. Test the milk sample for Fat% using EMT.

3.11.5. Pour the milk sample in the Lactometer Jar

carefully and take the LR reading with the help
of caliberated lactometer.

3.11.6. Record/ capture on DP %Fat test results from

EMT, LR reading and milk quantity by EWS.

3.11.7. Generate and hand over the milk bill slip to the
member.
  
NDDB
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
3.12. Steps – If AMCU with Milk Analyzer is available

3.12.1. Operate the system on Auto mode only

3.12.2. Select the member code.

3.12.3. Tare the electronic weigh scale and ask

member to pour milk in the container kept on
the weigh scale.

3.12.4. Enter the member code and record/ capture

test data of milk sampel for Fat & in the
system against the member code.

3.12.5. Run the programme to generate the producer

milk receipt.

3.12.6. Take out and hand over the slip the member.

3.13 Ensure that containers used by members to

bring milk are clean preferably of SS and with cover.

3.14 Advice producers not to bring milk in plastic

containers/jerry cans / empty containers of
paints/mobile etc.

3.15 Keep sanitized filter cloth, at least two in spare, to

immediately replace the filters that have accumulated
dirt and extraneous matter during use.

3.16 Ensure that the correct identification code of the

producer whose milk is being weighed / tested is
captured into the computer.

3.17 Ensure that the milk producer receives the printed

transaction slip of the milk poured as an
acknowledgement.

3.18 Retest the milk if required, at the request of the

producer but this should not become a practice.

3.19 Record the results of all the retests in a log book.

  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS

3.20 Bring such issues to the notice of your supervisor.

3.21 Follow this procedure to test the milk brought by the

next milk producer in queue.

3.22 Keep a track of average milk quantity poured by

individual member both morning/evening to check
mixing of evening milk with morning deliveries or visa
versa.

3.23 Fix and follow regularly milk collection timings both

morning /evening.

3.24 Display collection timing/ procurement rate at PI notice

board.

3.25 After milk reception, resolve the

disputes/complaints, if any, of the producer/s as per
the guidelines given by the office.

3.26 Take a print-out of the shift-end summary at the

close of each shift.

Operation of Bulk Milk Cooler during milk collection

3.27 When the balance tank is half full, open the valve of
the milk line and switch on the pump to transfer milk
into the cooling tank of the BMC.

3.28 For effective mixing and cooling of milk, start

the compressor/bulk milk cooler when the level of
milk touches the agitator blades.

3.29 Never run the BMC when the milk collected is too
less to cover the agitator blades. It might lead to ice
formation at the bottom of the tank which is
undesirable.

3.30 Check the voltmeter reading to see that sufficient

voltage is available.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
3.31 Operate the ‘MAINS ON’ switch provided on the over
of the control panel. Ensure that the panel door is
closed.

3.32 In BMCs of 2 KL capacity and above, see if the

compressors start automatically, one after the other,
within an interval of a few seconds.

3.33 Check the temperature of milk and record it in a log

book once every 30 minutes.

3.34 Ensure that the cover of the BMC tank is closed to

prevent heat gain to milk and also to prevent any
extraneous matter from getting into the milk.

3.35 Switch on the DG set when there is power failure or low

voltage supply.

3.36 When the BMC is put in the auto mode, it switches off
at the set temperature of 4oC and then restarts at 6oC
or at set temperature.

3.37 If the BMC is in the manual mode, start and switch off
the BMC manually as and when required. BMC
operation on the manual mode should be avoided as far
as possible.

3.38 Note the time required for chilling of milk in the BMC.
In case this time exceeds the stipulated standards,
inform the supplier’s representative (if the BMC is
under the warranty period) or else the AMC contractor
as well as the officials of the Controlling Office.

3.39 Be vigilant about the noisy running and abnormal

vibration. Also check the equipment for worn-out
parts. Immediately inform the service engineer and the
Controlling Office
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
Operation of the refrigeration unit

3.40 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding the

operation and maintenance of the compressor/
condenser of the BMC.

3.41 Compressors are designed to operate at 4oC. Take care

that the temperature of milk in the BMC does not fall
below 4oC as this can cause the liquid refrigerant to
flow into the compressor which could be dangerous.

3.42 Check the refrigerant through the sight glass 15

minutes after the unit is in operation. The refrigerant
should be clear and not foaming. If there is foaming,
call the service engineer to add refrigerant in the
compressor.

3.43 Do not start the compressor when it trips due to

internal heat sensing relay. Wait for the compressor to
cool and then restart.

3.44 It may take 30 to 180 minutes to restart, depending on

the internal heat. Starting the compressor in a tripped
condition, may lead to further overheating and can
result in compressor failure.

3.45 Clean the air-cooled condenser every 10 to 15 days

to remove the dust particles that clog the air passages.
In dusty villages/locations, the condenser will require
more frequent cleaning.

3.46 Clean the fan and coils preferably using air blowers
as these clean without damage to the condenser fins.
A soft brush may also be used taking care to apply
gently over the fins.

3.47 Do not use any chemical or cleaning agent to

clean the condenser.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
Operation of DG Set

3.48 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding the

operation and maintenance of the DG set.

3.49 Do not keep the starter motor engaged for more

than 10 seconds.
3.50 Allow the starter motor to rest for 30 seconds
between two consecutive runs.

3.51 Apply a minimum load of 60% within 2 to 3

minutes after starting the engine. Prolonged
operation at light loads during the early life of the
engine can cause the lubricating oil to enter into the
exhaust system.

3.52 Take care to avoid spilling of oil and grease on the V-

belt, since this will cause the belt to slip.

3.53 Remove the entire load before stopping the engine.

Check the vibration before switching off.

3.54 Run the DG set on ‘no load’ for 2 to 3 minutes before

switching it off.

3.55 Record the details of the various operations,

diesel consumption, maintenance problems, if any,
and the trouble- shooting carried
out/corrective actions taken, preventive
maintenance and repairs, in a log book.

4. Post milk 4.1. Check and record the milk temperature during
collection storage and fill all the entries in the log book.
activities
4.2. In the auto mode, the BMC switches off
automatically once the milk temperature touches
4oC and restarts at 6oC.

4.3. In the manual mode, ensure that the

temperature of milk remains between 3oC to 4oC
by manually operating the on-off switches of the
BMC after monitoring the temperature of milk.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS

4.4. Switch off the geyser and the DG set (if running)
till the next reception cycle.

4.5. Record the ‘dip-stick’ reading for the milk level, in

the log book. Calculate the equivalent quantity of
milk based on the approved calibration chart.

4.6. Take a printout of the shift summary reports

from the computer. Find the total weight of the
milk poured in the bulk milk cooler entered in the
Summary Report. Compare this figure with the
quantity as per dip-stick reading.

4.7. Clean the milk testing equipment

(EMT/UTMA) with EDTA/plain water/chemicals
following the instruction manual/ guide.

4.8. Ensure that the testing equipment is properly

switched off. Wipe it dry with a clean cloth.

5. Loading the 5.1. Record the time of arrival of the milk tanker at the BMC
milk into centre.
Tanker from
BMC tank 5.2. Ensure that milk tanker and the milk hose is properly
cleaned and sanitized.

5.3. Switch on the BMC agitator; check the temperature of

milk in the BMC tank. Allow the BMC milk content to
agitate for 2 minutes and stop the agitator.

5.4. Take out the dipstick and arrive at weight of milk from
the BMC calibration chart. Check this quantity with
shift report quantity obtained from the PC.

5.5. Collect half litre of thoroughly mixed milk for sample

testing and quality monitoring checks.

5.6. Test the part of milk sample for the designated

parameters (fat, SNF, sediment tests etc) as per office
instructions.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS

5.7. Milk in the tanker should be loaded by hose provided

on the tanker through tanker inlet/outlet valve and
non-return valve assembly.

5.8. Do not load milk from the manhole.

5.9. Remove SS cap from the hose.

5.10. Open the manhole slightly for exit of air during filling.

5.11. Connect the hose end with milk outlet pipe, union of
the pump.

5.12. Tighten the connections with the C spanner/ wrench at

tanker end & pump end adequately.

5.13. Switch on the pump and open tanker inlet/outlet valve.

5.14. Ensure that at nowhere milk is leaking from any

connections.

5.15. Monitor milk level in the tanker and close the pump
after BMC milk is loaded in the tanker.

5.16. Flush the contents of the BMC into a tanker using clean
water.

5.17. Close the tanker valve, pump and remove the hose
connection from pump and tanker end.

5.18. Clean the milk hose with hot cleaning solution and
rinse with sanitiser & water. Allow excess water from
hose to drain.

5.19. Connect the tanker end of hose with tanker inlet/outlet

and cap the other end.

5.20. Record the following details correctly and legibly in the

milk-sheet/ memo/challan and in the log book, after
the tanker is loaded:
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
5.20.1. The test result for milk quality for the
composite sample.
5.20.2. The quantity of milk loaded.
5.20.3. The temperature of milk in the tanker.
5.20.4. Code number printed on the seals in the
milksheet/memo/challan and in the log book.
Check for leakages if any.

5.21. Record in the milk sheet/log book the odometer reading

(in kilometres) of the tanker when it reaches/leaves the
BMC centre.

5.22. Record dispatch time of the tanker in Log book.

Composite Milk Samples for Quality Monitoring by

Union/Dairy

5.23. Take clean sterilized plastic sample bottle of 200 ml

capacity.

5.24. Paste the sticker on bottle with BMC name, sample

code and date of sample. Sign the sticker.

5.25. Fill the bottle with milk sample given above.

5.26. Close and seal the sample bottle securely and hand
it over to tanker driver/receiver.

Important Note:
 The BMC composite samples would be carried by
tanker driver/ tanker supervisor in a sample box
with chill pads/ice cubes to maintain
temperature of samples at 40 C.

 The sample from each BMC on route should be

collected and sample box at the dispatch point be
handed over to QC Laboratory in charge.

 The milk from each BMC would be tested for

other quality parameters for which testing could
not be carried at BMCs.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
6. Cleaning Cleaning Procedure for BMC Units
Procedure
Tanks may be cleaned manually or with CIP systems. The
cleaning procedure under both the system is as detailed
below.

Manual Cleaning

6.1. Clean the system immediately after pumping

the milk into the tanker. Also clean the system
whenever contamination occurs or is suspected.

6.2. Ensure that the milk tank is empty and the

refrigeration unit and the milk agitator are in the
‘OFF’ position during cleaning.

6.3. Rinse the interior of the BMC tank

and the balance tank immediately after
pumping all the milk into a tanker, by spraying
luke warm water of about 50 Deg. through a
hose pipe and re- circulate this water thoroughly
to rinse the pipelines and the milk hose using a
pump. Drain the rinse water.

6.4. Scrub the interior of the BMC tank and the

balance tank thoroughly with detergent solution
using a brush.

6.5. Clean the outlet connection and outlet valve

manually.

6.6. Drain this water.

6.7. Dismantle all the parts like milk pump

including the impeller, impeller casing, piping,
valves, inline strainer, and strainers jalli dipstick
for hand-washing.

6.8. Before carrying out routine cleaning of the tank

dipstick should also be removed and put aside
carefully.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
6.9. Use long handle brushes for cleaning pipes and
hose.

6.10. Take special attention in the areas like out let

valve, plunger and plunger rod, dipstick socket,
corners of the BMC, agitator and paddles (under
the paddles) in the BMC during cleaning
operation.

6.11. Rinse with hot (450 C) water.

6.12. Allow the parts to dry.

6.13. Assemble all the parts in position.

6.14. Spray/Circulate cold sanitizer Idophore solution

(25 ppm) one hour before taking milk in the BMC
tank.

6.15. Ensure No water is sprayed after sanitization.

Cleaning – in- place (CIP)

6.16. Rinse the interior of the BMC tank and balance

tank immediately after unloading, with normal
water. Drain the rinse water.

6.17. Scrub the interior of the BMC tank and the

balance tank thoroughly with detergent solution
using a soft brush.

6.18. Prepare a cleaning solution in hot water (60 – 70

0C) in the balance tank.

6.19. Circulate this solution through the pipelines and

the milk hose for about 15 minutes to clean the
pipelines and drain.

6.20. Spray hot water (50 – 60 0C) on the interior surface

of the BMC tank and the balance tank; circulate
through the pipelines/milk hose for 15 minutes
and drain.
  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS

6.21. Circulate normal water through balance tank and

the pipelines/milk hose till the drained water
indicates a neutral pH.

6.22. Circulate cold sanitizer Idophore solution (25 ppm)

for 5 minutes one hour before taking milk in the
BMC tank and drain. Ensure no water sprayed
after sanitization.

Steps to prepare 25 ppm (25 mg/litre) of Iodohore

solution

6.23. Every 100 ml it contains

Bi-sublimated iodine 1.6 g
Detergent 10g
Phosphoric acid 3 g

6.24. For preparing 25 ppm iodophore solution, approx.

7.8 ml of the above sanitizer in every 5 litre stock
solution is required.

Pump, valves and pipelines

6.25. Dismantle the pump including the outside of the

impeller casing, piping and valves.

6.26. Brush all the parts with detergent solution.

6.27. Brush the valves, pipes and hose with long handle
brush.

6.28. Rinse with hot (45 0C) water.

6.29. Sanitize all the parts with chlorine/iodophore

solution.

6.30. Assemble all the equipment in position.

6.31. Allow it to dry.

  
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS
Procedure for cleaning the filter cloth

6.32. Soak the filter cloth in clean warm water for about
30 minutes.

6.33. Transfer the soaked filter cloth to hot water-liquid

soap solution and wash after 10 minutes.

6.34. Rinse in clean water, squeeze and dry.

Procedure for cleaning of milk cans

6.35. Rinse the cans with normal water.

6.36. Manually scrub the cans interior/exterior with soft

brush and general purpose detergent thoroughly.

6.37. Rinse and drain the cans with sufficient quantity

of hot water to ensure removal of detergent traces.

6.38. Soak the can lids in lukewarm water and scrub

clean with soft brush with detergent.

6.39. Rinse the can lids with sufficient tap water to

ensure removal of detergent traces.

Procedure for cleaning Sampling Bottles

6.40. Drain the left over milk in separate container.

6.41. Soak the sample bottles and caps in the luke warm
water/ detergent solution.

6.42. Clean the bottles with bottle brush and so as to

remove all the milk solids adhering to the inside
surface.

6.43. Scrub clean the caps.

6.44. Rinse both the bottles and caps in cold water.

6.45. Clean the sample bottle rack and sun dry.

  
NDDB
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Milk Collection and Dispatch Procedure at Bulk Milk Cooler (BMC) with AMCU-PC
11 January 2016 
 
WHAT / STEPS HOW/ STANDARDS

6.46. Arrange the uncapped sample bottles in up-side

position in the rack and allow drain/dry.

Cleaning procedure for milk collection accessories

6.47. Rinse milk collection accessories like collection

tray, measures, can strainers, plunger, lactometer
jar etc. with normal water.

6.48. Manually scrub all the accessories interior/

exterior with soft brush and detergents
thoroughly.

6.49. Rinse and drain the water with sufficient quantity

of normal water to ensure removal of detergent
traces.

6.50. Keep it upside down position in cool and dry place

for drying.