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The welfare of livestock at meat processing plants is a priority.
Code of Practice
The Australian meat and livestock industry takes the welfare of livestock very seriously and regards it as a high priority. This priority was formalised in 1987 when operational guidelines for the welfare of animals at processing plants were published. The guidelines have been since revised and contained within the Code of Practice for the Welfare of Animals: Livestock at Slaughtering Establishments
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Ante-mortem inspection
The requirement for ante-mortem inspection is stipulated in the Export Meat Orders (EMOs). Under the EMOs an authorised officer, either a veterinary officer or a qualified meat inspector under the direction of a veterinary officer, carries out ante-mortem inspection.
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Protocols for ritual slaughter
Animal welfare is of primary concern in the slaughter process. AQIS requires that all practises during ritual slaughter be aimed at minimising stress on animals.
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