1. Emergency slaughter Flashcards
(27 cards)
What are the options for livestock submission for slaughter?
- Open Market (via auction or direct supply contract)
- Direct to Slaughter Facility (Farmer declaration)
- Emergency (On Farm) Slaughter (Veterinary Declaration)
- Fallen Stock
What is the duty of livestock farmers regarding cattle submitted for slaughter?
To ensure that only healthy and clean cattle are submitted for slaughter
What does Regulation 852/2004 pertain to?
Hygiene of foodstuffs – rules for food business operators including farmers
What are the specific rules for food of animal origin according to Regulation 853/2004?
Rules for slaughterhouse operators
What is the purpose of Regulation 2019/627?
Rules for the organisation of official controls on products of animal origin intended for human consumption
What does the term ‘unfit’ refer to in the context of presenting animals at market?
Includes infirm by virtue of being diseased, injured or fatigued
According to the Welfare of Animals (Transport) (England) Order 2006, what is paramount during transport?
Welfare of the Animal
What conditions must be met for animals to be transported according to the Welfare of Animals (Transport) regulations?
- Fit for the intended journey
- Transported in conditions that do not cause injury or unnecessary suffering
What are the signs that an animal is considered unfit for transport?
- Unable to move independently without pain
- Severe open wound or prolapse
- Pregnant females close to term
- Blindness
- Infirmity
- Newborns with unhealed navels
- Calves < 10 days old (unless transported < 100 km)
True or False: Sick or injured animals may be transported if they are slightly injured or ill.
True
What does Regulation 1/2005 allow regarding mildly lame animals?
Transport of mild to moderately lame animals under specific conditions
What is a consideration when transporting animals that are mildly lame?
- Single pen arrangements
- Sufficient space to lie down
- Adequate bedding
- Direct route
- Careful driving
- Sympathetic loading/unloading
What defines an emergency for on-farm slaughter?
An unforeseen event requiring immediate action that precludes transport of an otherwise healthy animal
What is the role of ante mortem inspection in slaughter?
All animals for human consumption require ante mortem inspection prior to slaughter
What must be recorded during emergency slaughter?
Favorable outcome of ante mortem inspection on the veterinary declaration
What must be considered to determine if an emergency slaughter is justified?
- Is it an emergency?
- Was it an accident?
- Was the animal healthy before the accident?
- Does the animal fulfil ante mortem conditions?
What is the Clean Livestock Policy (CLP)?
A policy that ensures livestock presented for slaughter are clean and fit for human consumption
What is required for the veterinary surgeon’s judgment in emergency slaughter?
Professional judgment on a case-by-case basis
What must be considered when dealing with fractured pelvis or downer cows?
- Availability of someone to carry out the procedure
- Likely economic return costs
What is the consequence of accidents becoming chronic regarding emergency slaughter?
They are not eligible for emergency on-farm slaughter
What methods of slaughter are mentioned?
- Captive Bolt Stunner
- Free Bullet
- Shotgun
- Barbiturate
What is the method for using a captive bolt stunner?
Hold firmly in direct contact at right angle to skull directed through upper brain towards brainstem
What indicates an effective stun during slaughter?
- Animal collapses instantaneously
- No rhythmic breathing
- Fixed, glazed expression in eyes
- Relaxed jaw tone
- Tongue hangs out
