Code of practice for horses at livestock slaughter facilities - Queensland

Description

You will need to comply with this code if you are responsible for the management of horses and other equids (donkeys and other hybrids) at livestock slaughter facilities.

The code sets appropriate standards for the welfare and humane treatment of horses and other equids (donkeys and other hybrids). It also ensures people who handle, care for and slaughter horses at livestock slaughter facilities are aware of their animal welfare responsibilities and obligations.

Service type

Code of Practice

A code of practice is a set of rules which details how people in a certain industry should behave. A code of practice can be defined as a result of legislation or by industry regulators and bodies.

Administering agency

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries

Biosecurity Queensland

Animal Biosecurity and Welfare

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