1- Animal welfare and food chain info Flashcards
Describe the pork production system in the uk
Is vertically integrated
Pigs killed at approx 24 weeks old
Describe the beef production system in the uk
more traditional
slaughtered at 18-24 months old
Describe the sheep production system in the uk
very traditional
slaughtered at 6-11 months old
Which animals must not go to the abattoir
Animals that can’t move independently
Animals with severe open wounds
Pregnant (>90%) or given birth within 7 days
New born mammals with navel not completely healed
Medicated animals
What is Food Chain Info (FCI)
Document (in relation to AHW) required for all animals intended for human consumption/entry into food chain
Who must check FCIs before authorising a slaughter?
Official veterinarian (OV)
Do wild game animals need a FCI?
No, need a hunters decleration
Who completes a FCI?
The farmer
List some benefits of good management at an abattoir
Reduction of post-mortem rejections: Reduction of bruising.
Meat quality improved
Efficiency: Good design means animals move through system with little or no encouragement.
Less stress= less defecation=less contamination
When must water and food be provided in an abattoir
Water- always
Food- after 12 hours/overnight
What must the AWO (animal welfare officer) do
Prioritise for killing
Welfare needs (e.g. sick animal).
Identify measures to take (e.g. shelter, isolation)
Describe how unloading should be undertaken at abattoir
Animals should be unloaded as soon as possible
Ramps should be:
- slope as flat as possible
-walls/ railings to prevent animals falling
Non-slip floor, no sharp edges
When should the FCI be presented
Should be given to you 24 hours in advance
What should the FCI include
Animals health status
The holding health status
Details of meds and withdrawal periods
Private vet details (pigs and poultry)
Relevant production data, diseases and analysis
How is the FCI for pigs completed
Online
