Animals spared any avoidable pain, distress or suffering during their killing and related operations.
Compliant
Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are developed, implemented and maintained
Compliant
Designated Animal Welfare Officer (AWO) ensuring compliance with welfare regulations.
Compliant
Personnel demonstrate appropriate level of competency (including Certificates of Competence).
Minor
Structures of the building safeguard animal welfare (adverse weather protection, adequate ventilation, lairage conditions).
Compliant
Adequate unloading facilities (suitable ramps, containing rails, isolation pens).
Compliant
Scheduled arrival / waiting times safeguard animal welfare.
Compliant
Condition and health of animals assessed on intake and during lairaging, prompt action is taken to relieve suffering where this is required.
Compliant
Crates/modules are in acceptable condition and handled appropriately when being moved.
Compliant
Lairaging conditions/pen provisions are adequate (bedding, water, food provision - if left overnight).
Compliant
Movement of animals (including the correct procedures and use of instruments to make the animals move).
Compliant
Restraining facilities and equipment are adequately designed, constructed and maintained (including shackle lines and records)
Compliant
Restraining procedures ensure welfare of animals is protected.
Compliant
Stunning equipment is adequately designed, constructed and maintained (including warning devices and maintenance records).
Compliant
Stunning methods ensure quick and effective loss of consciousness and sensibility followed by death (stunning and simple stunning).
Compliant
Provisions for back-up stunning equipment and its use.
Compliant
Monitoring checks (including actions following checks).
Compliant