1
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What is emergency slaughter?
A
On farm slaughter of an otherwise healthy animal which has suffered an accident that prevents its transport to the slaughterhouse for welfare reasons
2
Q
What are the requirements for emergency slaughter?
A
No drug residues (including auto-worm boluses)
No pithing - makes emboli in the brain
Must meet the criteria of the clean livestock policy
Vet must be present for slaughter to complete ante-mortem inspection
3
Q
What must you do if an animal that is fallen stock requires BSE testing?
A
Delivered to an approved sampling site within 72 hours
4
Q
What melds of disposal of fallen stock exist?
A
Knacker Hunt kennel Incinerator Maggot farm Renderer
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