Table 6. Technical knowledge associated with milk quality and milking routines of milkers operating mechanical milking systems in Northern Antioquia.
| Variable | Frequency of compliance (%) | CFU | SCC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milker knows the proper condition of the udder at milking. | 78 | * | |
| Milker knows the proper condition of the cow tail at milking | 91 | ||
| Milker knows how cows should be walked to the milking site. | 98 | ||
| Milker knows the importance of milk 'stripping' into a black background. | 72 | ||
| Milker knows how to handle very dirty cows at milking. | 52 | ||
| Milker knows what to use to dry the udder. | 72 | ||
| Milker knows how to attach the teatcups. | 67 | ||
| Milker knows the post-milking routine. | 98 | ||
| Milker knows the post-milking dipping process. | 74 | ||
| Milker has a good relationship with his boss. | 98 | ||
| Milker´s boss has a good attitude towards the milker. | 96 |
* Significance level (p<0.05).