Measures shall be taken to minimise aggression in groups.

Pregnant sows and gilts must, if necessary, be treated against external and internal parasites. If they are placed in farrowing crates, pregnant sows and gilts must be thoroughly cleaned.

In the week before the expected farrowing time sows and gilts must be given suitable nesting material in sufficient quantity unless it is not technically feasible for the slurry system used in the establishment.

An unobstructed area behind the sow or gilt must be available for the ease of natural or assisted farrowing.

Farrowing pens where sows are kept loose must have some means of protecting the piglets, such as farrowing rails.