Standard for the management of animal welfare at time of slaughter
Type Report
Updated February 2022. Authors: Kevin Brennan, Dr. Gerard Barry (Teagasc), Gerard Gilligan, M.V.B, M.R.C.V.S.
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This standard lays down the requirements for the welfare of animals from loading up at farm, transport to the abattoir up to the time of slaughter using stunning methods approved by EC 1099/2009, and how these issues are managed at each stage in accordance with the requirements of this legislation. The standard also takes into account current best practice for relevant steps. It is intended that this standard will be continuously amended and updated in line with new technological developments and latest research. The standard is also intended to be used as a supportive aid to good practice and does not purport to be an alternative to current legislative requirements.