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Magnum XL
ANIMAL WELFARE
Improving the protection of animals at the time of slaughter contributes to higher meat quality.
EU Only - in accordance with EU Council Regulation (EC) Number 1099/2009 on the protection of
animals at the time of killing, animals must be spared any avoidable pain, distress or suffering during their
killing and related operations.
Business operators shall in particular take the necessary measures to ensure that animals:
(a)
Are provided with physical comfort and protection, in particular by being kept clean,
in adequate thermal conditions and prevented from falling or slipping;
(b)
Are protected from injury;
(c)
Are handled and housed taking into consideration their normal behaviour;
(d)
Do not show signs of avoidable pain or fear or exhibit abnormal behaviour;
(e)
Do not suffer from prolonged withdrawal of feed or water;
(f)
Are prevented from avoidable interaction with other animals that could harm their welfare.
In addition:
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Avoid excessive light and noise at the area to keep animal stress to a minimum;
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The operator should not have to concentrate on keeping his balance, or have to bend excessively
each time he stuns an animal, as this becomes tiring and can lead to inaccurate stunning. Stunning
pen and conveyor design is therefore of utmost importance for both animal welfare and the
operator’s health and safety;
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The efficiency of each stunner is essential to ensuring an effective stun. Ensure cleaning and
maintenance schedules detailed within this Instruction Manual are adhered to;
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Ensure at least 2 stunning tools are present near the killing box. If one stunner breaks down
in use, then there must be a working second tool available, to ensure there is always a means of
administering an effective stun to the target animal.
NOTE - we always advise you refer to any local regulations in force.
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