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CATTLE - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Cattle Penetrative Captive-bolt. In cattle, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal stunning position is in the middle of the forehead – at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn between the eyes and the centre of the base of the opposite horns(Figure 6).
DEER - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Deer. In deer, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal point for stunning is in the middle of the forehead, at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn from the eyes to the top of the base of the opposite ears (Figure 10). In stags, this spot is found between, or in some cases just behind, the antlers. The muzzle of the stunner BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Bleeding involves severing the carotid arteries and the jugular veins, or the vessels from which they arise. It is important that all major blood vessels (Figure 17) are cut cleanly to ensure that blood loss is rapid and profuse. It has been shown that for all red meat species, whatever type of electrical stunning is used, the most effective PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are the most difficult animals to stun with captive-bolt equipment. The target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish-face’ characteristic found in certain breeds and in aged pigs. In addition, relative to other species, the brain lies deep in the head with a mass of sinuses lying between thefrontal
CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand. CAPTIVE-BOLT STUNNING Captive-bolt stunning. Captive-bolt stunning followed by bleeding or pithing can be used for emergency killing of animals where a free-bullet is impractical for safety reasons. Certification and licensing may be necessary for the use of this method. A captive-bolt stunner fires a retractable bolt against the animal’s head and inmany cases
DUCKS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA When catching ducks, place one hand either side of the body, over the wings, and lift the bird. Alternatively, ducks may be caught and gently lifted by the base of the neck for a minimal time before transferring the bird to your hand and arm. Holding briefly by TRAINING & EDUCATION The HSA uses proven training material based on the latest science and legislative requirements. The HSA provides relevant training for stockmen involved with handling animals during transport, in markets and for slaughter. Training may be arranged for part of the requirement for Slaughter Licenses. We also offer training for AnimalWelfare
CATTLE - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Cattle Penetrative Captive-bolt. In cattle, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal stunning position is in the middle of the forehead – at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn between the eyes and the centre of the base of the opposite horns(Figure 6).
DEER - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Deer. In deer, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal point for stunning is in the middle of the forehead, at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn from the eyes to the top of the base of the opposite ears (Figure 10). In stags, this spot is found between, or in some cases just behind, the antlers. The muzzle of the stunner BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Bleeding involves severing the carotid arteries and the jugular veins, or the vessels from which they arise. It is important that all major blood vessels (Figure 17) are cut cleanly to ensure that blood loss is rapid and profuse. It has been shown that for all red meat species, whatever type of electrical stunning is used, the most effective PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are the most difficult animals to stun with captive-bolt equipment. The target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish-face’ characteristic found in certain breeds and in aged pigs. In addition, relative to other species, the brain lies deep in the head with a mass of sinuses lying between thefrontal
CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand. CAPTIVE-BOLT STUNNING Captive-bolt stunning. Captive-bolt stunning followed by bleeding or pithing can be used for emergency killing of animals where a free-bullet is impractical for safety reasons. Certification and licensing may be necessary for the use of this method. A captive-bolt stunner fires a retractable bolt against the animal’s head and inmany cases
DUCKS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA When catching ducks, place one hand either side of the body, over the wings, and lift the bird. Alternatively, ducks may be caught and gently lifted by the base of the neck for a minimal time before transferring the bird to your hand and arm. Holding briefly by CATTLE - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Cattle Penetrative Captive-bolt. In cattle, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal stunning position is in the middle of the forehead – at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn between the eyes and the centre of the base of the opposite horns(Figure 6).
HSA POULTRY COURSE 26TH JULY 2021 HSA poultry course 26th July 2021. NOW FULLY BOOKED. The HSA is holding a training course on Monday 26th July 2021 to cover capture, handling, restraint, stunning and slaughter of domestic fowl using hand-held, electrical stunning tongs and/or non-penetrating captive-bolt equipment. AMMUNITION - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION The best way to avoid these problems is to use only a purpose-made humane killer in conjunction with the manufacturer’s recommended ammunition. Broadly speaking, ammunition for humane killers should comply with the following criteria: Have a minimum calibre of .32 inches. Generate a minimum muzzle energy of at least 200J. HSA STAFF - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Sam Griffin – Administrative Officer. Sam is the longest-serving member of staff, having worked for UFAW and HSA for over 35 years. She joined in 1985 before computerisation of our offices and remembers the first computer arriving in 1986. She is responsible for the website, memberships and subscriptions, proof reading, some accounting MANUAL - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Stretch the neck downwards, at the same time pressing your knuckles into the neck vertebrae and pulling the bird’s head back. Neck dislocation should be achieved in one, swift pull. Be firm, confident and positive. Holding a bird’s head for manual neck dislocation. Grip the head immediately behind the skull with your first two fingersand
SHEEP - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Sheep. The correct position for stunning sheep depends on whether the animal is polled (hornless) or horned. For polled sheep, the muzzle of the stunner should be placed on the highest point of the head, and on the mid-line, aiming straight down (Figure 19, 20). For horned sheep, the muzzle of the stunner should be placed on the mid-line STUNNING AND KILLING Stunning and killing. Stunning an animal prior to killing renders it unconscious and insensible to pain by disrupting normal brain function. This benefits both animal welfare and human safety, particularly when dealing with large animals such as cattle. From a welfare perspective, it is very important that this loss inconsciousness is
TRANSPORT OF LIVESTOCK Copyright HSA 2016. Last amended 2014, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., HSA GUIDANCEINOTES NO 7 ELECTRICAL WATERBATH STUNNING OF parameters (voltage, current, frequency and waveform) of a waterbath system canbe set to either stun or stun-kill the birds. A bird may be electrically stun-killed by applying a current at a frequency and amplitude that causes unconsciousness and simultaneously stimulates cardiac muscle into ventricular fibrillation and causes death bycardiac arrest.
GAS KILLING OF CHICKENS AND TURKEYS WASK '95 controls the killing of birds by exposure to gas mixtures. Legal requirements include: zbirds must be killed by exposure to an anoxic gas mixture which rapidly renders them insensible to pain or distress zgas mixtures can be either: (i) any mixture of argon, DEER - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Deer. In deer, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal point for stunning is in the middle of the forehead, at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn from the eyes to the top of the base of the opposite ears (Figure 10). In stags, this spot is found between, or in some cases just behind, the antlers. The muzzle of the stunner BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Bleeding involves severing the carotid arteries and the jugular veins, or the vessels from which they arise. It is important that all major blood vessels (Figure 17) are cut cleanly to ensure that blood loss is rapid and profuse. It has been shown that for all red meat species, whatever type of electrical stunning is used, the most effective DUCKS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA When catching ducks, place one hand either side of the body, over the wings, and lift the bird. Alternatively, ducks may be caught and gently lifted by the base of the neck for a minimal time before transferring the bird to your hand and arm. Holding briefly by CATTLE - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Cattle Penetrative Captive-bolt. In cattle, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal stunning position is in the middle of the forehead – at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn between the eyes and the centre of the base of the opposite horns(Figure 6).
PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are the most difficult animals to stun with captive-bolt equipment. The target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish-face’ characteristic found in certain breeds and in aged pigs. In addition, relative to other species, the brain lies deep in the head with a mass of sinuses lying between thefrontal
CAPTIVE-BOLT STUNNING Captive-bolt stunning. Captive-bolt stunning followed by bleeding or pithing can be used for emergency killing of animals where a free-bullet is impractical for safety reasons. Certification and licensing may be necessary for the use of this method. A captive-bolt stunner fires a retractable bolt against the animal’s head and inmany cases
CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand.PERCUSSIVE STUNNING
The term ‘percussive’ describes the principal action of the captive-bolt, i.e. the forcible striking of one solid body against another. The first percussive instrument specifically designed to stun animals was the pole-axe, a crude implement which relied on the strength and skill of the slaughterman to be effective.SHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a free ELECTRICAL STUNNING OF RED MEAT ANIMALS Copyright HSA 2013, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., AL4 8AN, UK Tel: +44(0)1582 831919 Fax: +44(0)1582 831414 Email: info@hsa.org.uk Website DEER - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Deer. In deer, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal point for stunning is in the middle of the forehead, at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn from the eyes to the top of the base of the opposite ears (Figure 10). In stags, this spot is found between, or in some cases just behind, the antlers. The muzzle of the stunner BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Bleeding involves severing the carotid arteries and the jugular veins, or the vessels from which they arise. It is important that all major blood vessels (Figure 17) are cut cleanly to ensure that blood loss is rapid and profuse. It has been shown that for all red meat species, whatever type of electrical stunning is used, the most effective DUCKS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA When catching ducks, place one hand either side of the body, over the wings, and lift the bird. Alternatively, ducks may be caught and gently lifted by the base of the neck for a minimal time before transferring the bird to your hand and arm. Holding briefly by CATTLE - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Cattle Penetrative Captive-bolt. In cattle, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal stunning position is in the middle of the forehead – at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn between the eyes and the centre of the base of the opposite horns(Figure 6).
PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are the most difficult animals to stun with captive-bolt equipment. The target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish-face’ characteristic found in certain breeds and in aged pigs. In addition, relative to other species, the brain lies deep in the head with a mass of sinuses lying between thefrontal
CAPTIVE-BOLT STUNNING Captive-bolt stunning. Captive-bolt stunning followed by bleeding or pithing can be used for emergency killing of animals where a free-bullet is impractical for safety reasons. Certification and licensing may be necessary for the use of this method. A captive-bolt stunner fires a retractable bolt against the animal’s head and inmany cases
CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand.PERCUSSIVE STUNNING
The term ‘percussive’ describes the principal action of the captive-bolt, i.e. the forcible striking of one solid body against another. The first percussive instrument specifically designed to stun animals was the pole-axe, a crude implement which relied on the strength and skill of the slaughterman to be effective.SHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a free ELECTRICAL STUNNING OF RED MEAT ANIMALS Copyright HSA 2013, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., AL4 8AN, UK Tel: +44(0)1582 831919 Fax: +44(0)1582 831414 Email: info@hsa.org.uk Website CATTLE - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Cattle Penetrative Captive-bolt. In cattle, the brain is situated high in the head. The ideal stunning position is in the middle of the forehead – at the crossing point of two imaginary lines drawn between the eyes and the centre of the base of the opposite horns(Figure 6).
HSA POULTRY COURSE 26TH JULY 2021 HSA poultry course 26th July 2021. NOW FULLY BOOKED. The HSA is holding a training course on Monday 26th July 2021 to cover capture, handling, restraint, stunning and slaughter of domestic fowl using hand-held, electrical stunning tongs and/or non-penetrating captive-bolt equipment.SHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a free AMMUNITION - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION The best way to avoid these problems is to use only a purpose-made humane killer in conjunction with the manufacturer’s recommended ammunition. Broadly speaking, ammunition for humane killers should comply with the following criteria: Have a minimum calibre of .32 inches. Generate a minimum muzzle energy of at least 200J. TECHNIQUES - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Neck Dislocation Techniques. In practice, a variety of techniques and equipment are used for neck dislocation. Neck dislocation should involve sudden stretching of the neck to instantly damage the brain stem, the lower part of the brain from which the spinal cord arises, and cause extensive damage to the major blood vessels. STUNNING AND KILLING Stunning and killing. Stunning an animal prior to killing renders it unconscious and insensible to pain by disrupting normal brain function. This benefits both animal welfare and human safety, particularly when dealing with large animals such as cattle. From a welfare perspective, it is very important that this loss inconsciousness is
PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are among the most difficult animals to shoot. There are two reasons for this: first, the target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish’ (concave) face shape of certain breeds and in aged pigs; second, the brain lies quite deep in the head, relative to other species, with a mass of sinuses lying between the frontal bone and the brain cavity. MANUAL - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Stretch the neck downwards, at the same time pressing your knuckles into the neck vertebrae and pulling the bird’s head back. Neck dislocation should be achieved in one, swift pull. Be firm, confident and positive. Holding a bird’s head for manual neck dislocation. Grip the head immediately behind the skull with your first two fingersand
ELECTROCUTION
Electrocution. The purpose of electrocution is to kill the animal by stopping the heart from pumping blood around the body (referred to as cardiac arrest). If this happens, the brain will be starved of oxygen and will rapidly die. When an appropriate electric current is passed through the heart it goes into a state known as ventricular ELECTRICAL STUNNING OF RED MEAT ANIMALS Copyright HSA 2013, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., AL4 8AN, UK Tel: +44(0)1582 831919 Fax: +44(0)1582 831414 Email: info@hsa.org.uk Website HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION, IMPROVING STANDARDS INFAQSWELFARE AT SLAUGHTERPUBLICATIONSSUPPORTCONTINUE BROWSINGTRAINING & EDUCATION The Humane Slaughter Association. The HSA is an independent registered charity. It is the only UK charity concerned exclusively in promoting the humane treatment of all food animals worldwide, including cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, fish and minority species such as deer, in markets, during transport, at slaughter, and killing for welfare reasons and disease control. TRAINING & EDUCATION The HSA uses proven training material based on the latest science and legislative requirements. The HSA provides relevant training for stockmen involved with handling animals during transport, in markets and for slaughter. Training may be arranged for part of the requirement for Slaughter Licenses. We also offer training for AnimalWelfare
PERCUSSIVE STUNNING
The term ‘percussive’ describes the principal action of the captive-bolt, i.e. the forcible striking of one solid body against another. The first percussive instrument specifically designed to stun animals was the pole-axe, a crude implement which relied on the strength and skill of the slaughterman to be effective. BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSASEE MORE ON HSA.ORG.UK AMMUNITION - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION The best way to avoid these problems is to use only a purpose-made humane killer in conjunction with the manufacturer’s recommended ammunition. Broadly speaking, ammunition for humane killers should comply with the following criteria: Have a minimum calibre of .32 inches. Generate a minimum muzzle energy of at least 200J. CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand.SHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a free HORSES - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Horses. In horses the brain is situated high in the head. The shot should be aimed in the middle of the forehead, but slightly higher than the position for cattle. Take two imaginary lines drawn from the middle of each eye to the base of the opposite ear; shoot the animal approximately 2cm above the point where they cross (Figure 9). PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are among the most difficult animals to shoot. There are two reasons for this: first, the target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish’ (concave) face shape of certain breeds and in aged pigs; second, the brain lies quite deep in the head, relative to other species, with a mass of sinuses lying between the frontal bone and the brain cavity. ELECTRICAL STUNNING OF RED MEAT ANIMALS Copyright HSA 2013, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., AL4 8AN, UK Tel: +44(0)1582 831919 Fax: +44(0)1582 831414 Email: info@hsa.org.uk Website HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION, IMPROVING STANDARDS INFAQSWELFARE AT SLAUGHTERPUBLICATIONSSUPPORTCONTINUE BROWSINGTRAINING & EDUCATION The Humane Slaughter Association. The HSA is an independent registered charity. It is the only UK charity concerned exclusively in promoting the humane treatment of all food animals worldwide, including cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, fish and minority species such as deer, in markets, during transport, at slaughter, and killing for welfare reasons and disease control. TRAINING & EDUCATION The HSA uses proven training material based on the latest science and legislative requirements. The HSA provides relevant training for stockmen involved with handling animals during transport, in markets and for slaughter. Training may be arranged for part of the requirement for Slaughter Licenses. We also offer training for AnimalWelfare
PERCUSSIVE STUNNING
The term ‘percussive’ describes the principal action of the captive-bolt, i.e. the forcible striking of one solid body against another. The first percussive instrument specifically designed to stun animals was the pole-axe, a crude implement which relied on the strength and skill of the slaughterman to be effective. BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSASEE MORE ON HSA.ORG.UK AMMUNITION - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION The best way to avoid these problems is to use only a purpose-made humane killer in conjunction with the manufacturer’s recommended ammunition. Broadly speaking, ammunition for humane killers should comply with the following criteria: Have a minimum calibre of .32 inches. Generate a minimum muzzle energy of at least 200J. CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand.SHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a free HORSES - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Horses. In horses the brain is situated high in the head. The shot should be aimed in the middle of the forehead, but slightly higher than the position for cattle. Take two imaginary lines drawn from the middle of each eye to the base of the opposite ear; shoot the animal approximately 2cm above the point where they cross (Figure 9). PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are among the most difficult animals to shoot. There are two reasons for this: first, the target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish’ (concave) face shape of certain breeds and in aged pigs; second, the brain lies quite deep in the head, relative to other species, with a mass of sinuses lying between the frontal bone and the brain cavity. ELECTRICAL STUNNING OF RED MEAT ANIMALS Copyright HSA 2013, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., AL4 8AN, UK Tel: +44(0)1582 831919 Fax: +44(0)1582 831414 Email: info@hsa.org.uk Website BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Sheep and Goats. Bleeding may be carried out in a similar way as for cattle (Figure 24-1) or by an incision made close to the head using a blade at least 120mm long to sever both carotid arteries and both jugular veins, i.e. a cut across the throat (Figure 24-2).INTRODUCTION
The Humane Slaughter Association (HSA) is the only registered charity that works in the UK and internationally, through educational, scientific and technical advcances, exclusively towards the highest worldwide standards of welfare for food animals during transport, marketing, slaughter, and killing for disease control and welfarereasons. Back
HORSES - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Horses. In horses the brain is situated high in the head. The shot should be aimed in the middle of the forehead, but slightly higher than the position for cattle. Take two imaginary lines drawn from the middle of each eye to the base of the opposite ear; shoot the animal approximately 2cm above the point where they cross (Figure 9). BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Bleeding involves severing the carotid arteries and the jugular veins, or the vessels from which they arise. It is important that all major blood vessels (Figure 17) are cut cleanly to ensure that blood loss is rapid and profuse. It has been shown that for all red meat species, whatever type of electrical stunning is used, the most effective DUCKS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA When catching ducks, place one hand either side of the body, over the wings, and lift the bird. Alternatively, ducks may be caught and gently lifted by the base of the neck for a minimal time before transferring the bird to your hand and arm. Holding briefly by PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are the most difficult animals to stun with captive-bolt equipment. The target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish-face’ characteristic found in certain breeds and in aged pigs. In addition, relative to other species, the brain lies deep in the head with a mass of sinuses lying between thefrontal
INDUSTRY - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA On farm slaughter of cattle, sheep, pigs and goats is an extremely difficult option to achieve legally in terms of food hygiene and BSE controls and in terms of application of humane methods of restraint, stunning and slaughter. When slaughtering on-farm, thereSHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a freeCATTLE AND CALVES
Cattle and Calves. In cattle and calves, blood is supplied to the brain by the major blood vessels of the neck and also by the vertebral artery. The vertebral artery lies close to and above the spinal cord, and will continue to supply blood directly to the brain, even if the major carotid arteries of the neck are cut, provided some cardiac PARAMETERS FOR STUNNING Parameters for stunning. When a stunning method is applied correctly, the stunning parameters should achieve an effective stun in 100% of individuals. Even a very small percentage of failed stuns will account for a large number of individual birds potentially suffering because poultry are slaughtered in vast numbers around the world. HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION, IMPROVING STANDARDS INFAQSWELFARE AT SLAUGHTERPUBLICATIONSSUPPORTCONTINUE BROWSINGTRAINING & EDUCATION The Humane Slaughter Association. The HSA is an independent registered charity. It is the only UK charity concerned exclusively in promoting the humane treatment of all food animals worldwide, including cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, fish and minority species such as deer, in markets, during transport, at slaughter, and killing for welfare reasons and disease control. TRAINING & EDUCATION The HSA uses proven training material based on the latest science and legislative requirements. The HSA provides relevant training for stockmen involved with handling animals during transport, in markets and for slaughter. Training may be arranged for part of the requirement for Slaughter Licenses. We also offer training for AnimalWelfare
PERCUSSIVE STUNNING
The term ‘percussive’ describes the principal action of the captive-bolt, i.e. the forcible striking of one solid body against another. The first percussive instrument specifically designed to stun animals was the pole-axe, a crude implement which relied on the strength and skill of the slaughterman to be effective. BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSASEE MORE ON HSA.ORG.UK AMMUNITION - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION The best way to avoid these problems is to use only a purpose-made humane killer in conjunction with the manufacturer’s recommended ammunition. Broadly speaking, ammunition for humane killers should comply with the following criteria: Have a minimum calibre of .32 inches. Generate a minimum muzzle energy of at least 200J. CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand.SHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a free HORSES - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Horses. In horses the brain is situated high in the head. The shot should be aimed in the middle of the forehead, but slightly higher than the position for cattle. Take two imaginary lines drawn from the middle of each eye to the base of the opposite ear; shoot the animal approximately 2cm above the point where they cross (Figure 9). PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are among the most difficult animals to shoot. There are two reasons for this: first, the target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish’ (concave) face shape of certain breeds and in aged pigs; second, the brain lies quite deep in the head, relative to other species, with a mass of sinuses lying between the frontal bone and the brain cavity. ELECTRICAL STUNNING OF RED MEAT ANIMALS Copyright HSA 2013, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., AL4 8AN, UK Tel: +44(0)1582 831919 Fax: +44(0)1582 831414 Email: info@hsa.org.uk Website HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION, IMPROVING STANDARDS INFAQSWELFARE AT SLAUGHTERPUBLICATIONSSUPPORTCONTINUE BROWSINGTRAINING & EDUCATION The Humane Slaughter Association. The HSA is an independent registered charity. It is the only UK charity concerned exclusively in promoting the humane treatment of all food animals worldwide, including cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, fish and minority species such as deer, in markets, during transport, at slaughter, and killing for welfare reasons and disease control. TRAINING & EDUCATION The HSA uses proven training material based on the latest science and legislative requirements. The HSA provides relevant training for stockmen involved with handling animals during transport, in markets and for slaughter. Training may be arranged for part of the requirement for Slaughter Licenses. We also offer training for AnimalWelfare
PERCUSSIVE STUNNING
The term ‘percussive’ describes the principal action of the captive-bolt, i.e. the forcible striking of one solid body against another. The first percussive instrument specifically designed to stun animals was the pole-axe, a crude implement which relied on the strength and skill of the slaughterman to be effective. BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSASEE MORE ON HSA.ORG.UK AMMUNITION - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION The best way to avoid these problems is to use only a purpose-made humane killer in conjunction with the manufacturer’s recommended ammunition. Broadly speaking, ammunition for humane killers should comply with the following criteria: Have a minimum calibre of .32 inches. Generate a minimum muzzle energy of at least 200J. CHICKENS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION Chickens. Chickens should be picked up by placing both hands securely over the wings to prevent flapping. Once you have hold of the bird, slide one hand under the body and firmly clench the legs between your outstretched fingers (positioning one or two fingers between the legs) and support the bird’s breast on the palm of the same hand.SHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a free HORSES - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Horses. In horses the brain is situated high in the head. The shot should be aimed in the middle of the forehead, but slightly higher than the position for cattle. Take two imaginary lines drawn from the middle of each eye to the base of the opposite ear; shoot the animal approximately 2cm above the point where they cross (Figure 9). PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are among the most difficult animals to shoot. There are two reasons for this: first, the target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish’ (concave) face shape of certain breeds and in aged pigs; second, the brain lies quite deep in the head, relative to other species, with a mass of sinuses lying between the frontal bone and the brain cavity. ELECTRICAL STUNNING OF RED MEAT ANIMALS Copyright HSA 2013, The Old School, Brewhouse Hill, Wheathampstead, Herts., AL4 8AN, UK Tel: +44(0)1582 831919 Fax: +44(0)1582 831414 Email: info@hsa.org.uk Website BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Sheep and Goats. Bleeding may be carried out in a similar way as for cattle (Figure 24-1) or by an incision made close to the head using a blade at least 120mm long to sever both carotid arteries and both jugular veins, i.e. a cut across the throat (Figure 24-2).INTRODUCTION
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HORSES - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Horses. In horses the brain is situated high in the head. The shot should be aimed in the middle of the forehead, but slightly higher than the position for cattle. Take two imaginary lines drawn from the middle of each eye to the base of the opposite ear; shoot the animal approximately 2cm above the point where they cross (Figure 9). BLEEDING - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Bleeding involves severing the carotid arteries and the jugular veins, or the vessels from which they arise. It is important that all major blood vessels (Figure 17) are cut cleanly to ensure that blood loss is rapid and profuse. It has been shown that for all red meat species, whatever type of electrical stunning is used, the most effective DUCKS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA When catching ducks, place one hand either side of the body, over the wings, and lift the bird. Alternatively, ducks may be caught and gently lifted by the base of the neck for a minimal time before transferring the bird to your hand and arm. Holding briefly by PIGS - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA Pigs. Pigs are the most difficult animals to stun with captive-bolt equipment. The target area is very small and this problem can be exacerbated by the ‘dish-face’ characteristic found in certain breeds and in aged pigs. In addition, relative to other species, the brain lies deep in the head with a mass of sinuses lying between thefrontal
INDUSTRY - HUMANE SLAUGHTER ASSOCIATION - HSA On farm slaughter of cattle, sheep, pigs and goats is an extremely difficult option to achieve legally in terms of food hygiene and BSE controls and in terms of application of humane methods of restraint, stunning and slaughter. When slaughtering on-farm, thereSHEEP AND GOATS
Heavily horned sheep and goats can present a problem if a free bullet weapon is used. The mass of horn over the forehead can leave little or no target area: a shot between the eyes is too low and should not be used under any circumstances. Such animals can be shot from behind the poll (Figures 17 and 18). However, this is dangerous with a freeCATTLE AND CALVES
Cattle and Calves. In cattle and calves, blood is supplied to the brain by the major blood vessels of the neck and also by the vertebral artery. The vertebral artery lies close to and above the spinal cord, and will continue to supply blood directly to the brain, even if the major carotid arteries of the neck are cut, provided some cardiac PARAMETERS FOR STUNNING Parameters for stunning. When a stunning method is applied correctly, the stunning parameters should achieve an effective stun in 100% of individuals. Even a very small percentage of failed stuns will account for a large number of individual birds potentially suffering because poultry are slaughtered in vast numbers around the world.* Home
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