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1 Red Tractor Stakeholder Consultation 2014 - Pigs Standards Pigs Standards DOCUMENTS AND PROCEDURES AIM: Plans and procedures in place to ensure safe and legal food production STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING DP.1 Producers must have available a copy of the Red Tractor Assurance for Farms Scheme Standards – Pigs Hard copy or electronic DP.2 A documented plan for the effective management of serious incidents and potential emergency situations that threaten the welfare of livestock, food safety, or the environment must be in place and known to key staff You have considered the risks to your farm e.g. o Feed and /or water equipment failing o Fire o Extreme weather (drought, flooding, snow) o Contagious disease outbreaks o Movement bans o Reporting activist activity (to police, relevant trade body, your certification body, customers) o Pollution incident Plan includes telephone and other contact details (including out of hours) e.g. vet, Environment Agency hotline, energy, feed and water suppliers Key staff have access to plan DP.3 Systems must be in place for recording, investigating and resolution of any complaints received that are relevant to the requirements of the Pigs Standards Complaints made by local authority, general public, customers (e.g. abattoir feedback) or other System includes recording: o the complaint o the investigation result o the action taken to prevent the issue happening again Complaint records

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Pigs Standards

DOCUMENTS AND PROCEDURES

AIM: Plans and procedures in place to ensure safe and legal food production

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

DP.1 Producers must have available a copy of the Red Tractor Assurance for Farms Scheme Standards – Pigs

Hard copy or electronic

DP.2 A documented plan for the effective management of serious incidents and potential emergency situations that threaten the welfare of livestock, food safety, or the environment must be in place and known to key staff

You have considered the risks to your farm e.g. o Feed and /or water equipment failing o Fire o Extreme weather (drought, flooding, snow) o Contagious disease outbreaks o Movement bans o Reporting activist activity (to police, relevant trade body, your

certification body, customers) o Pollution incident

Plan includes telephone and other contact details (including out of hours) e.g. vet, Environment Agency hotline, energy, feed and water suppliers

Key staff have access to plan

DP.3 Systems must be in place for recording, investigating and resolution of any complaints received that are relevant to the requirements of the Pigs Standards

Complaints made by local authority, general public, customers (e.g. abattoir feedback) or other

System includes recording: o the complaint o the investigation result o the action taken to prevent the issue happening again

Complaint records

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DP.4 Upgraded

Producers must ensure that new production sites are suitable for use

New production sites include (but are not limited to) new and existing buildings and land that are used seasonally e.g. B and B accommodation

The certification body has been informed of the site and it has been added to your Red Tractor membership

Consideration has been given to the following, where relevant, for indoor and outdoor production:

o previous use o recent applications of chemicals and soil improvers o physical hazards o noxious weeds o possible disease or parasitic risks from previous or nearby stock o soil type o shelter/exposure o any steep slopes o any contamination risk to watercourses

Where to find help Red Tractor Assurance For Farms Pigs Scheme: http://assurance.redtractor.org.uk/rtassurance/farm/pigs/pg_about.eb

Defra - Farm Fires Protecting Farm Animal Welfare: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/69362/pb9326-farm-fires.pdf

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TRACEABILITY AND ASSURANCE STATUS

AIM: Clear identification of livestock to deliver food chain traceability

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

TI.1 K

Pigs must be identified and records kept to maintain traceability

Pigs dispatched for slaughter are slapped on both shoulders

Metal ear tags may be used by arrangement with the receiving abattoir

If assured pigs are imported from a third country the producer must comply with legal obligations regarding individual identification of the pigs

TI.1.1 K

Slapmarkers must be kept clean and in serviceable condition

In order to deliver appropriate slapmarks it is important that: o All needles are present and straight o Characters are in the correct order and orientation o The correct type of ink is used o The mark is applied to the flat area of the shoulder

AIM: Traceability is maintained through to delivery

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

TI.2 K

Livestock must be accompanied by the required movement and delivery information

The ability to log-on to eAML2 at the unit or a nearby farm office is sufficient

Food Chain Information (FCI) is sent to the receiving abattoir with each consignment of pigs

eAML2

AIM: The assurance status of pigs must be maintained at all times

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

TI.3 K

Controls must be in place to ensure assurance status of livestock being sold as assured

Incoming weaners or stores are purchased from approved producers

Store pigs or weaners are not purchased from live auction markets

Approved producers are defined as farms which are approved at the time the pigs are moved under either the Scheme, QMS or any other scheme as may be approved from time to time

You make your customers aware of the origin of your pigs

Pigs imported from a third country are ineligible to be sold with any label indicating a British or UK origin

TI.4 K

Under certain conditions farm assured pigs can move to slaughter through a Red Tractor Assurance

Pigs move directly from market to slaughter

They are approved stock which have travelled from the approved premises directly to the market

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Livestock Market Transport from the market is undertaken by a haulier approved under the Red Tractor Livestock Transport Scheme

Assured and non-assured pigs are kept separate when travelling to, residing at and travelling from the market

Full traceability is maintained TI.5 K

There must be no non-assured pigs on the unit

TI.6 K

Movement restrictions are strictly observed

Pigs trigger a 20 day standstill on other pigs and a 6 day standstill on cattle, sheep and goats when they move onto a premises

Cattle, sheep and goats trigger a 6 day standstill on pigs when they move onto a premises

The exceptions to the standstill requirements are: o Pigs moving directly to an abattoir or market intended for

immediate slaughter o Pigs moving within a Defra approved pig ‘pyramid’ for pigs intended

for breeding or growing o Pigs moving between premises under the same management and

control in accordance with a ‘Sole Occupancy Authority’ issued by the Divisional Veterinary Manager. This applies only to pig-only or pig and cattle holdings

o Pigs moving directly to export or to a quarantine centre prior to export

TI.7 New

Pigs may only move to a show if they are moving directly to slaughter after the show has finished

Pigs moving to a show are exempt from standstill rules on the premises of origin providing that:

o they are individually identified o they have been kept in Defra approved isolation facilities for 20 days

prior to departure

TI.8 K Revised

Breeding stock and semen must be sourced either from approved producers or from non-assured farms

Approved producers are defined as farms which are approved at the time the pigs or semen are moved under either the Scheme, QMS or any other scheme as may be approved from time to time

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with the written consent of the Certification Body

Sourcing from non-assured farms with written consent from your CB is done in accordance with the criteria set out in the relevant appendix

TI.9 K Revised

Records must be kept of all breeding stock and semen suppliers

These records are kept for 6 years and include name, address, postcode and where available, assurance registration number

Breeding stock records

TI.10 R

It is recommended that ear tagging is used to identify individual breeding animals. Ear tattooing can be used. Ear notching can be used as a last resort if the pig colouring prevents the use of tattooing

Where to find help eAML2 guidance: http://www.eaml2.org.uk/ami/about.eb

Standstill/ movement restrictions guidance: https://www.gov.uk/pigs-identification-registration-and-movement

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STAFF AND CONTRACTORS

AIM: All staff and contractors are trained and signed off as competent to carry out the activities they are employed to do

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

SC.1 K Revised

Systems must be in place to ensure new staff are effectively trained and signed off as competent to carry out the activities they are employed to do

Nobody starts work without an induction, supervision or explanation of the tasks they will carry out

For particular tasks (mentioned elsewhere) training is given prior to being left to complete the task unsupervised

SC.2 New

The performance and competence of staff must be regularly reviewed and refresher training implemented as required

Staff are regularly observed and the output of their work reviewed

Refresher training is implemented immediately if issues are found

Training records

SC.3 Records of training must be kept A training record is available for all, including: o Name o Start date, if applicable o Training given/events attended/ experience o Date of training o Who provided the training

Where staff are trained to undertake specific tasks this is listed in the record

Training records

SC.3.1 R

It is recommended that at least one staff member per site is a member of a scheme that records skills/ development/ training e.g. PIPR

SC.4 New

Where labour providers are used to supply temporary or permanent staff an agreement must be in place to ensure competent persons are provided

An agreement in place that details checks for right to work, identity checks, skill requirements and confirms that a Gangmasters licence is held

Labour provider agreement

Where to find help PIPR: https://www.pipr.org.uk/

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HOUSING, SHELTER AND HANDLING FACILITIES

AIM: Safe, comfortable and hygienic housing for all livestock

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

HF.1 Housing must be constructed and maintained to provide a safe, environment for livestock

No sharp edges, projections or other hazards

Electrical installations inaccessible to stock

Housing securely contains livestock

HF.2 Housing must be appropriately and effectively ventilated

Regular checks in place including procedures to follow in event of ventilation failure

Ventilation minimises high humidity, build-up of odours and maintains a comfortable temperature

Where there is insufficient self-ventilation and forced or automatic ventilation is used there is an alarm system in place to warn of failure, the alarm system is tested weekly and there is back-up provision in case of ventilation failure

HF.3 Floors must be constructed and maintained in a manner that minimises the risk of injury

Where floors cannot be drained they are well maintained with dry bedding

Where pens are used for natural service, bedding or non-slip flooring is in place

Lying areas are well-drained or maintained with dry bedding

HF.3.1 Where concrete slatted floors are in use current UK legislation on slot and slat widths must be adhered to

Max slot width (mm) Min slat width (mm)

Gilts after service 20 80

Sows in groups 20 80

Piglets (from birth to

weaning) 11 (+/- 2mm) 50 (+/- 2mm)

Weaners (weaning to 10

weeks of age) 14 (+/- 2mm) 50 (+/- 2mm)

Rearing pigs (10 weeks of

age to slaughter/ service) 18 (+/- 3mm) 80 (+/- 3mm)

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HF.4 Conditions in housing must be maintained in a manner that ensures livestock are able to keep clean

Cleansing plan in place which takes into account type of production

Biosecurity Policy

HF.4.1 Only Defra approved disinfectants can be used

HF.5 Housing must be lit to allow normal behaviour, rest and effective inspection of livestock

Access to either natural or artificial light

Period of darkness each day, unless heat lamps in use with suckling sows and piglets

AIM: Housing should be specific to livestock size and requirements

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

HF.6 Housing must be of sufficient size Pens used to house a group of sows/gilts have sides longer than 2.8m, except where there are 6 or less sows/gilts where the sides are longer than 2.4m

The total unobstructed floor area available to each gilt after service and to each sow when gilts and/or sows are kept in groups is at least 1.64m² and 2.25m² respectively

For gilts after service and pregnant sows, a part of the total unobstructed floor area required (at least 0.95m² per gilt and at least 1.3m² per sow) is of continuous solid floor of which a maximum of 15% is reserved for drainage openings

Adult and working boars are provided with a minimum pen area for their own use of 6m²

In cases where pens are used for natural service, a minimum of 10m² is provided and pens designed to allow adequate movement

HF. 7 Livestock must be kept in appropriate groups

e.g. size, age, production status

sows and gilts are kept in groups except during period between 7 days before farrowing and the day on which weaning is completed

pigs kept in stable social groups with as little mixing as possible after weaning

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HF.7.1 Dry sows and gilts must not be held in tethers or routinely kept in stalls

Sows or gilts may be kept in stalls for the following exceptional circumstances:

o when undergoing examinations, tests, treatments or operations for veterinary purposes

o during service, artificial insemination (no longer than 4 hours), or collection of semen

o feeding in stalls o marking, washing or weighing o whilst cleaning accommodation o while waiting to be loaded for transportation

AIM: Appropriate facilities are available for specific activities

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HF.8 Handling facilities must be in place and maintained in a condition that minimises the risk of injury and distress

HF.9 There must be appropriate facilities for livestock to give birth

Facilities provided which prevent the risk of infection to both dam and piglets

Clean, dry bedding available where slurry system allows

Lighting allows close inspection of stock

HF.9.1 Farrowing crates must be of a length to allow the sow to lie down but not allow excessive free movement

HF.9.2 Sows must not enter farrowing crates more than 7 days prior to their due farrowing date

HF.9.3 Sows and gilts must be given suitable nesting material for the 7 days prior to farrowing

Not applicable where slurry system does not permit

HF.9.4 Sows must not be kept in farrowing

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crates once they have finished suckling piglets

HF.10 Housing areas must provide for the specific needs of young animals

HF.11 Facilities must be available on farm that enable the loading and unloading of livestock with minimal stress and risk of injury to livestock

Adequate lighting

Where present loading ramps are designed to minimise risk of slipping and have secure side guards

Gates/ barriers to prevent livestock escaping

Equipment free from injury risk (sharp edges/projections)

Loading arrangements control fighting between different groups

Where to find help Welfare of Farmed Animals (England) Regulations 2007: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2007/2078/contents/made

Defra Code of Recommendation for the Welfare of Livestock: Pigs: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/69369/pb7950-pig-code-030228.pdf

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FEED AND WATER

AIM: All livestock must receive a daily diet sufficient to maintain full health

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FW.1 K

Livestock must be provided with sufficient feed

The diet is adequate and suitable to the production status and body condition of the animal

Pregnant sows and gilts are given a sufficient quantity of bulky or high fibre food as well as higher energy food

Condition scoring diagrams can be used as a basis for judging body condition (see relevant appendix)

FW.2 Revised

Livestock must be provided with sufficient access to feed

In restricted feeding systems there is sufficient space for all pigs to feed at the same time

There is approximately 30cm of trough space per finishing pig or sow

For ad-lib feeders pigs do not have to queue to feed

In loose-housed systems individual sows have sufficient space to allow them access to feed and escape the feed area in order to avoid other sows

Feeding systems are checked daily to ensure they are working and clean

FW.3 K

Livestock must be provided with adequate access to a supply of fresh, clean drinking water

There are adequate water troughs/drinkers for the number of livestock

Troughs/drinkers are suitably located and are at an appropriate height, allowing unrestricted access whilst minimising the risk of fouling

Water requirements are related to the feeding system in operation i.e. o Nipples or mini-bowls – ad lib feeding 1 per 15 pigs

– restricted feeding 1 per 10 pigs o Bowls – ad lib feeding 1 per 30 pigs

– restricted feeding 1 per 20 pigs

Where water is provided in troughs the trough length exceeds the following: at least 0.3 metre of trough for:

o 40 pigs <15kg o 30 pigs 15 to 35kg o 25 pigs >35kg

All pigs over 2 weeks of age have permanent access to water

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In pens with wet feeding systems there is a minimum of one fresh water drinker or bowl per pen

A back-up source of water is available where private water supplies (e.g. boreholes) are used

AIM: Animal feed is suitable and traceable

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FW.4 K

Feed must be suitable Feed is palatable i.e. not stale or contaminated

Feed only includes feed materials and additives permitted by the scheme and UK and EU law

You know the composition of all purchased and home-mixed feed

Antibiotic or hormonal growth promoters are not used

FW.4.1 The only animal proteins permitted in feed are: fishmeal */ fish oils/ non-ruminant gelatine/ di-calcium phosphate and hydrolysed protein */ milk and milk products/ egg and egg products * as defined by and when manufactured in accordance with relevant EU Regulations

If using fishmeal you are registered as authorised by Defra

Blood products are not used

If using fishmeal a copy of your Defra registration

FW.4.2 Only former foodstuffs which are not catering waste and fall into one of the following categories may be fed:

Bakery products, pasta, chocolate, sweets and similar products such as breakfast cereals

Dairy products

Pasteurised, cooked or processed eggs

The categories are defined further as:

Bakery products, pasta, chocolate, sweets and similar products such as breakfast cereals which:

o may contain ingredients such as rennet or melted fat, milk, milk-products, flavourings, egg, honey, flavouring or gelatine of non-ruminant origin which have been incorporated into those products but which do not constitute the main characteristic ingredient

o do not contain, and have not been in contact with raw eggs, meat, fish, and products or preparations derived from or incorporating meat or fish

Dairy products:

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o Raw milk which has not been withheld from human consumption due to possible residues of veterinary medicines and has been derived from animals that do not show clinical signs of any disease communicable to humans or animals through milk

o Those including pasteurised milk, cheese, whey, yoghurt, butter, milk based desserts and ice-cream

Pasteurised or cooked or processed eggs

If you feed milk or milk products you are registered with Defra

Catering waste is defined by Defra as ‘all waste food including used cooking oil originating in restaurants, catering facilities and kitchens, including central kitchens and household kitchens’

FW.4.3 Diets must only contain up to a maximum of 170mg copper/kg feed for pigs up to 12 weeks of age and 25mg copper/kg feed for pigs over 12 weeks of age

This is measured as total copper in the ration rather than added copper

FW.5

Feed must be bought from an assured source or in specific circumstances with a warranty declaration

The following materials are sourced as follows: o compounds and blended feed - UFAS, or equivalent o bagged or sealed compounded or blended feed - from a UFAS merchant

or from a non-UFAS merchant if compounded by a UFAS, or equivalent, compounder

o straights - UFAS, FEMAS, or equivalent; or a farm assured source accompanied by a completed grain passport

o Processed food by-products – UFAS, FEMAS, or equivalent

The following materials are sourced with a completed Warranty Declaration: o farm-to-farm supplies of any home-grown feed or other feeds

unexpectedly in surplus o hay and/or straw supplied via forage merchants o roots and vegetables/fruit which have not been processed beyond basic

grading and washing

Copies of feed warranty declarations and grain passports if applicable

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Details of equivalent schemes are given in the relevant appendix

FW.5.1 R Revised

It is recommended that minerals, mineral blocks/licks, supplements and milk replacers are from UFAS sources

FW.5.2 R Revised

When purchasing feed materials from another farm it is recommended that the supplying farm is a member of a farm assurance scheme

Grain passport or warranty declaration

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

FW.6 K Records of all feedstuffs purchased must be kept

Records kept for 2 years

At minimum your records contain supplier name, feed type including ingredient composition, date of delivery, quantity and the load or batch number

Feed delivery documents/ invoices/ own records

AIM: On farm-mixing produces safe animal feed

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FW.7 When mixing two or more feed materials together records must be kept

For total mixed rations (TMR) that incorporate forages or moist feeds produced on a daily basis, produce a record of the ingredients and quantities and update it when the mix changes

For home mixed compounds, meals or blends based on dry feed ingredients records including ingredients, quantities and mixing dates are kept for every batch mixed

Forage only or single feeds mixed with water do not require records

Home-mixing feed records kept for 2 years

FW.8 When the mix formulation changes samples must be kept

Samples of dry feed ingredients (over 3% inclusion) kept

For dry mixes, samples of finished feed mix are kept

Samples are kept for a minimum of 4 weeks after last use

Your feed samples are:

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o Representative; you have taken lots of small samples from several different points

o Of adequate quantity; approx. 0.5kg/ 1lb o Free from contamination o Identifiable; labelled with feed details and date o Stored in a cool, dry area to avoid deterioration

FW.9 If mixing using ‘pre-mixtures’, ‘additives’ or medicated feeds you must have local authority approval and meet any associated obligations

Feed additives include substances such as vitamins, trace elements (e.g. copper, zinc) and preservatives

Pre-mixtures are mixtures of additives, often including a carrier substance (e.g. limestone) to aid dispersion of the additives in the feed mix

You have local authority approval, a HACCP system in place and a Quality Control Plan

If you are incorporating medicated feeds you have additional approval from the Veterinary Medicines Directorate

Local authority approval

HACCP

Quality Control Plan

VMD approval if required

FW.10 Mobile feed milling and/or mixing contractors must be suitably certified

Contractors certified to the NAAC Assured Land-Based Contractor (Mobile Feed Mixing and Processing) Scheme, or scheme deemed equivalent by Red Tractor

Details of contractors’ NAAC certification if applicable

FW.11 Controls are in place to avoid the risk of contamination of feeds by machinery and equipment

Mechanised feeding equipment and lorries/trailers/feed boxes used for transporting feed are maintained in a clean condition and are suitable for purpose

Particular attention is paid to cleaning between batches if feeds contain additives or medication

AIM: Feed remains clean, palatable and un-contaminated

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FW.12 K

Feed must be stored in a manner to minimise the risk of contamination

There is evidence that efforts are made to protect feed from contamination

Buildings, bins and lofts protect, as far as possible, against harbouring of domestic animals, wildlife and vermin

In feed storage areas lighting is covered unless shatterproof bulbs are used

risk of cross-contamination is minimised by keeping different feeds separate

medicated feed is kept in separate, clearly labelled, bulk storage or bags

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Where to find help Industry Code of Practice for On-farm Feeding: http://assurance.redtractor.org.uk/resources/000/556/445/Industry_Feed_Code_of_practice_April_2010.pdf

Recommended minimum water flow rates for drinkers are given in the Code of Recommendations for the Welfare of Livestock – Pigs

Feed hygiene regulations http://www.food.gov.uk/business-industry/guidancenotes/hygguid/approvregfeedguidance

UFAS: http://www.aictradeassurance.org.uk/ufas/documents/ufas/

FEMAS: http://www.aictradeassurance.org.uk/femas/documents/femas-standards/

NAAC Assured Land-Based Contractor Mobile Feed Mixing and Processing Scheme: http://www.naac.co.uk/MillandMixScheme/

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ANIMAL HEALTH AND WELFARE

AIM: Proactive management of the health and welfare of all livestock through planning and reviewing

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

AH.1 K

A Veterinary Health Plan (VHP) to proactively manage and improve health and welfare of livestock must be established and implemented

Produced by a vet

Unit specific

Reviewed quarterly or more often in the event of substantial changes to husbandry practices or poor enterprise performance

o considers trends in health and performance records

Contains a strategy for the prevention and control of common diseases

Sets out health and husbandry procedures covering the whole of the production cycle

Contains action plan to tackle any tail, flank or ear biting or shoulder sores

If necessary reviews the need for teeth reduction or tail docking and makes appropriate recommendations

Contains any recommendations following Real Welfare assessments

Contains a Biosecurity Policy that also outlines quarantine procedures

Details all staff who are deemed competent by a vet to perform injections, dock tails or reduce teeth

Available to all members of staff who have responsibility for stock

Health Plan

AH.2 Records of the health and performance of all livestock must be maintained

Records include o Litter size – alive, dead, mummified o Weaning % o Farrowing % o Outbreaks of facial scarring, udder damage, discomfort whilst

suckling, tail biting o Mortality records (fallen stock and those euthanased), which include

summary statistics Suckling pigs – note of daily deaths Breeding and growing stock - date, pig type, identity/

location, found dead or euthanased, suspected reason for

Health and performance records (mortality records to be kept for 3 years)

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death/euthanasia o Abattoir dead-on-arrivals o Abattoir condemnations o Abattoir feedback

AH.3 Livestock health and performance must be reviewed regularly

Annual review of records to identify key issues

AIM: The health and welfare of all livestock is being managed

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AH.4 K

The health and welfare of the pigs must be met at all times

No undetected or unmanaged health or welfare issues

The Defra Code of Recommendations for the Welfare of Livestock – Pigs is available and is adhered to

Defra Code of Recommendations for the Welfare of Livestock – Pigs

AH.4.1 Actions must be taken to rectify all issued raised by vets in QVRs

Evidence that action has been taken to address any issues identified or recommendations made

QVR form

AH.4.2 Pigs must have permanent access to environmental enrichment in order to satisfy their investigation and manipulation behavioural requirements

Examples of environmental enrichment include straw, hay, wood, sawdust, mushroom compost, peat

Objects such as footballs and deformable-plastic pipe can satisfy some of the pigs' behavioural needs, but will be regarded as satisfactory only when demonstrated to satisfy investigation and manipulation activities

Chains alone are not acceptable

Manipulable material containing metal or wire (e.g. tyres) not used

AH.4.3 Piglets must not be weaned from the sow at an age of less than 28 days unless the health and welfare of piglets or dam would be compromised

When highly prolific females are used, it may be necessary to rear some piglets on liquid sow milk replacer in order to safeguard the welfare of piglets and sows

Piglets may be weaned up to 7 days earlier if moved into specialised housing o which has been emptied, thoroughly cleaned and disinfected o is separate from housing where sows are kept

AH.5. K

The health and welfare of all pigs must be regularly checked

Regular checks looking for signs of illness, injury and stress

Particular attention given to pigs close to farrowing, during farrowing and young stock

AH.5.1 Pigs with unacceptable behavioural Plans agreed with the vet to address issues with tail, flank or ear biting or

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issues must be identified and managed

fighting

On Finisher units these issues may have been highlighted at previous Real Welfare assessments and recommendations recorded in the VHP

o these recommendations are being acted on

AH.5.2 Pigs with shoulder sores must be identified and managed

AH.6 K

Pigs must be handled in a way that avoids injury and minimises stress

No goads in use or present on farm

BPEX Work Instruction 8 available and followed

BPEX Work Instruction 8 – Handling and Restraining Pigs

AIM: The health and welfare of all livestock is being managed by competent people

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AH.7 K

All persons looking after the health and welfare of livestock must be demonstrably competent

Staff have skills and knowledge in animal husbandry

Checks in place to ensure contractors competent e.g. AI Technicians

AH.7.1 K The unit must have a named person who has responsibility for animal welfare

AH.8 K

All livestock units must retain the services of a named veterinary surgeon or practice

Vet registered with Red Tractor

Vet undertakes quarterly inspections to all areas of the unit

Vet completes a QVR form documenting each visit. QVR forms made available to the farms’ Certification Body

Real Welfare assessments carried out in line with the BPEX protocol

In order to carry out Real Welfare assessments vet has undertaken BPEX Real Welfare training and is a member of the Pig Veterinary Society (PVS)

QVR form

Aim: Effective and appropriate management of sick and fallen stock

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AH.9

Sick or injured livestock must receive prompt attention in order that suffering is not prolonged

Livestock are treated promptly either within the group or are moved to segregation facilities

For an infectious condition the animal is isolated from the main group

If appropriate a vet has been involved

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AH.9.1 The unit must have a named person who has responsibility for ensuring compliance with all euthanasia standards

The named person has responsibility for ensuring o a documented Work Instruction is in place o appropriate staff are trained and competent against documented

Work Instruction o equipment used is maintained according to manufacturer’s

instructions

AH.10 K Upgraded

Pigs that do not respond to treatment or require emergency euthanasia must be promptly and humanely euthanased by a trained and competent person

Decision to euthanase made by a trained and competent person Mortality records

AH.10.1 Documented procedures must be in place for euthanasia and methods used must be permitted by legislation and the PVS Casualty Pig

PVS Casualty Pig is available (hard or electronic copy)

Details methods used for all classes of pigs and names of persons signed off as competent in each method

Includes details of how to carry out all methods and checks to ensure effectiveness

Details what to do if method used was ineffective

Is signed off by the named person responsible for euthanasia

Contains annual written assurance that any outside contractors used (other than vets) hold a slaughterman’s license

PVS Casualty Pig

Work Instruction for Euthanasia

AH.10.2 All staff that euthanase must be trained and signed off as competent by a vet

Training Record

AH.10.3 A person with training and competence in relevant methods of euthanasia must be present on unit or able to attend as soon as possible and no longer than 60 minutes

AH.10.4 Slaughterman’s licenses must be held for all outside contractors who carry out euthanasia on the unit (with the

Slaughterman’s Licence or written assurance that a

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exception of vets) licence is held

AH.10.5 Facilities must be provided for the segregation or isolation of sick and injured livestock which are appropriate to their needs

Facilities are maintained in a manner that meet the scheme housing and feeding requirements

Isolation for infectious conditions separate airspace required

Lame pigs or pigs with traumatic injury have dry well bedded floor or robust rubber mat to lie on

Where to find help Defra Code of Recommendations for Welfare of Livestock – Pigs: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/69369/pb7950-pig-code-030228.pdf

Guidance on environmental enrichment: http://www.bpex.org/downloads/301028/298574/Environment%20Enrichment%20for%20Pigs.pdf

BPEX Work Instruction 8 “ Handling and Restraining Pigs”: http://dev.bpex.org.uk/articles/296737/Work_Instruction_8_Handling_and_restraining_pigs.aspx

PVS Casualty Pig: http://assurance.redtractor.org.uk/resources/000/553/411/Casualty_Pig_-_April_2013_v2.pdf

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BIOSECURITY AND DISEASE CONTROL

AIM: To prevent the spread of disease

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

BI.1 K

Control measures must be in place to minimise the spread of disease within the farm and between other farms

A Biosecurity Policy written in conjunction with your vet, which includes controls for the management of incoming stock, housing, equipment, vehicles and farm visitors

A record kept of all visitors to the unit listing: o date o name (first time visitors to verify this with I.D.) o date of last contact with pigs or pig abattoir

Farm dogs are wormed regularly, in accordance with manufacturers recommendations

Biosecurity Policy within VHP

BI.2 Revised

Producers must comply with any current national zoonosis control programme

Annual validation by vet in VHP

BI.3 Stock must be sent to slaughter in a sufficiently clean condition

Where to find help Serious about Salmonella – A Guide for Pig Producers: http://assurance.redtractor.org.uk/resources/000/576/804/Serious_about_Salmonella_A_guide_for_pig_producers.pdf

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ANIMAL MEDICINES

AIM: Responsible and competent use of medicines and veterinary treatments

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AM.1 K

All medicines must be authorised for use in the UK and used appropriately

No use of antibiotic growth promoters; anabolic agents, including growth-promoting hormonal products; or similar substances , which are illegal

Prescription only medicines are labelled by the vet and used in accordance with the prescription

Non-prescription medicines are used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions or veterinary instructions

AM.2 Medicines and veterinary treatments must only be administered by demonstrably competent people

Evidence person undertaking task is competent Training records

AIM: Safe, secure and responsible management of medicines

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AM.3 Medicines must be kept in an appropriate locked store and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions

Store is a locked cupboard/ safe/ chest/ locked room with restricted access

Where stored in a domestic fridge a separate container is provided

AM.4 Used sharps and medicine containers must be stored safely pending disposal and disposed of responsibly

Unbreakable/shatterproof storage containers used

Medicines are disposed of in line with manufacturers advice or via a veterinary practice or business with relevant waste transfer licence

Medicines past their ‘use-by’ date (earlier of either the printed expiry date or date by which the opened medicine should have been used) or those stored incorrectly are disposed of

Medicine disposal records include: o identity of medicine o date o quantity o route of disposal

Disposal records

AM.5 Records for all medicines purchased Medicine purchase records include: Medicine records

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must be kept and retained for five years

o identity of medicine o quantity of medicine o date of purchase o name and address of supplier o batch number(s) o expiry date(s)

AM.6 K

Records for all medicines administered must be kept and retained for five years

Treatments including vaccinations, dog worming, anaesthetic, antibiotics and anti-parasitic control are recorded

Vaccinations are recorded either as a separate section within the medicine records or in the VHP

Medicine administration records include: o identity of medicine o quantity of medicine administered o batch number(s) o identification of the animal or group of animals to which

administered o number of animals treated o date of administration o date treatment finished o date when animal becomes fit for human consumption o name of person administering medicine o reason for treatment

Medicine records

AM.6.1 New

Medicine records must contain an annual collation of total antibiotic used, including in-feed antibiotics, for the unit

Collated data is reviewed annually with your vet Medicine records

AM.7 If livestock are given medicated feed Medicated Feedingstuff Prescription(s) (MFSP) must be retained for 5 years

For integrated/corporate operations the MFSPs may be held centrally by the parent organisation

MFSPs

AIM: Prevention of contamination in food

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AM.8 K

Livestock being treated must be clearly identified and prescribed withdrawal periods complied with

System in place that ensures no pigs are presented for slaughter before the withdrawal period has expired

Means of identification remains in place for the full withdrawal period

Record of withdrawal periods

AM.9 K

All reported residues above MRLs must be investigated by the producer and vet and steps taken to avoid a recurrence

Notification to your Certification Body of any reported residues above the Maximum Residue Level (MRL)

AM.10 K

Procedures must be in place to deal with needles or part needles accidently being left in livestock

A pig containing a broken needle is only sold for slaughter providing: o individual is identifiable up to the time of slaughter o it is accompanied by a Food Chain Information declaration form

which includes date of incident, product being used and site of injection

Food Chain Information form

AIM: Responsible and competent undertaking of husbandry procedures

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

AM.11 K

Husbandry procedures are carried out by competent persons in accordance with scheme requirements and only when necessary

Discussed and agreed with vet and outlined in Veterinary Health Plan

AM.11.1 K

Castration is not permitted

AM.11.2 K

Routine tail docking and teeth reduction is not allowed and can only be carried out where the advice has been given and documented in the Veterinary Health Plan

Carried out by trained individuals

Only carried out on pigs up to 72 hours old

In the case of teeth reduction: o decisions are made at individual litter/batch level o the pulp cavity is not exposed and a smooth intact surface is left

Tails docked to a uniform length

Equipment kept clean and in good working order

Same equipment not used to carry out teeth reduction and tail docking

VHP

AM.11.3 It is recommended that teeth clipping Note: This requirements is under continual review and is expected to be upgraded

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is not carried out under any circumstances

to a full requirement in October 2015

AM.11.4 Ear tagging, nose ringing and boar tusk trimming must only be carried out by demonstrably competent people

Records are kept of the people who perform these tasks Records of those competent to carry out ear tagging, nose ringing, boar tusk trimming

Where to find help Veterinary Medicines Guidance Note – Record Keeping Requirements for Veterinary Medicinal Products: http://www.vmd.defra.gov.uk/pdf/vmgn/VMGNote14.pdf

RUMA Pig Guidelines: http://www.ruma.org.uk/pigs.htm

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FALLEN STOCK (FS)

Aim : Fallen stock promptly removed, stored and disposed of to prevent environmental contamination and spread of disease

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

FS.1 Fallen stock must be removed promptly from housing/pens/fields

Evidence that checks for fallen stock are regularly conducted and any found are promptly removed

FS.2 Carcases of fallen and euthanased stock must be stored in a manner that protects them from vermin and other animals

Fallen stock is stored in locked containers or within locked buildings dedicated to this purpose

FS.3 Carcases must be disposed of correctly, either by collection by a licensed collector or by on-farm incineration

Evidence of collections by a licensed collector

Incinerators are covered by an approval document issued by Animal Health

During operation chamber temperatures are recorded: o Automatically throughout burn cycle o Manually every 2 hours for 10% of incinerations

Temperature records demonstrate that incinerator achieves an exhaust gas

temperature of 850C for 2 seconds or 1100C for 0.2 seconds

Incinerator is serviced annually by manufacturer or competent person and written confirmation is provided that incinerator continues to operate in accordance with manufacturer’s standards

Ash from incinerator is disposed of by mixing with manure and spreading on agricultural land and is covered by an exemption from the Environment Agency

Carcases are not buried or burnt other than by incineration

Evidence of disposal before carcase presents an infestation/ health risk

Collection receipts – kept for 2 years

Incinerator chamber temperature records

Written confirmation of annual service and satisfactory operation

Where to find help The Animal By-Products( Enforcement ) (England ) Regulations 2011 or equivalent regional legislation: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/69458/pb13688-animal-by-products-controls-111130.pdf

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VERMIN CONTROL (VC)

Aim: Effective control of birds, rodents, insects and other animals to prevent contamination and food safety risk

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

VC.1 K

Systems must be in place to control vermin in areas where livestock and feed are kept

System managed in house by a demonstrably competent person or by external contractor

Evidence that control is effective and being managed e.g. there is no evidence of contamination by vermin

System is relevant for type of production

Written agreement with external contractor

VC.2 Revised

Bait must be used responsibly Where baits are used a bait plan is in evidence

Plan includes map/location of bait points, bait used, bait point inspection and replenishment dates

Safe positioning of bait; non-target animals do not have access and there is no risk of contamination

Bait plan

Where to find help Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use: http://www.thinkwildlife.org/crru-code/

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND CONTAMINATION CONTROL (EC)

AIM: A well maintained farm

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EC.1 The farm must be maintained in a manner that does not present risks to food safety, animal welfare or environmental protection

Accumulated rubbish, redundant equipment or scrap kept in controlled areas separate from livestock/feed storage areas/public access

Weeds (and noxious weeds in fields) under control

AIM: No contamination, pollution or spread of disease risks from any potential contaminants or wastes

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

EC.2 K

Potential pollutants are stored in a manner that minimises the risk of contamination or pollution

Potential pollutants include (but are not limited to) silage, silage effluent, slurry, anaerobic digestate, sheep dip, agricultural fuel oil, empty containers, paints, preservatives, disinfectants, baits, lubricants, other chemical products

Slurry pits/lagoons have sufficient capacity (i.e. are not leaking or overflowing) and are fenced for animal safety

All muck heaps, including temporary field heaps are at least 10m from a watercourse and 50m from a well, spring or borehole that supplies water for human consumption or for use in dairies, unless specifically exempted by the Environment Agency/equivalent agency in devolved regions

Fuel tanks bunded where required by legislation

EC.3 K

All wastes must be disposed of in a manner that minimises the risk of contamination or pollution

Wastes include (but are not limited to) used plastic, chemicals, oils and empty containers and are disposed of by registered waste carriers

Wastes are not burnt, with the exception of vegetation and untreated wood

Waste Transfer Notes/ Receipts

AIM: Pesticides (including herbicides and insecticides) are suitable for use and are stored and managed in a safe and responsible manner to prevent the risk of contamination and pollution

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

EC.4 K

Pesticides used must be approved for use in the UK

Approved pesticides in use and manufacturer’s instructions followed

EC.5 K

Pesticides must be stored in a manner that minimises the risk of contamination or pollution

Pesticide store is fit for purpose i.e. well maintained and kept locked

No contamination of crops, feedstuffs, fertilisers, animals, soils, groundwater or watercourses

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EC.6

Pesticides must be kept in their original packaging

Pesticides from broken packaging transferred to a suitable container with a fitted lid/cap and displaying original label information

EC.7

Emergency facilities for dealing with chemical spillages must be in place

Emergency facilities include sand/absorbent granules/an adequate sump

AIM: Pesticides (including herbicides and insecticides) are correctly applied to land to prevent contamination or pollution

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

EC.8 K

Pesticides must be applied to land in a manner that minimises the risk of contamination or pollution

Applied to land refers to (but is not limited to) grazing, forage, conservation land, land producing crops for consumption on the farm

Not applied in high winds or situations where there is likely to be drift onto hedgerows, woodland, wetlands, private homes and gardens or public places such as parks and school playgrounds

EC.8.1 R New

It is recommended that you consider alternative ways of controlling weeds, crop pests and crop diseases

Consideration is given, demonstrated by a completed Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan

IPM refers to (but is not limited to) grazing, forage, conservation land, land producing crops for consumption on the farm

IPM plan

EC.9

Spraying must be undertaken by competent operators

Competence is demonstrated by holding NPTC certificates or by having Grandfather Rights

If spraying operations are contracted checks are made that certificates of competence are held

Sprayer operators include those applying granular/dust pesticides or seed dressing

NPTC Certificates

EC.9.1 R New

It is recommended that those who have Grandfather Rights hold relevant certificates of competence

One of the following certificates are held: o City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides

Replacing Grandfather Rights o Level 2 Safe Use of Pesticides

Certificates of competence

EC.10 Records must be kept for all pesticide applications and retained for minimum of 3 years

Records kept for applications made both by staff and contractors Pesticide records

EC.11 Upgraded

All pesticide spraying equipment must be maintained and tested

Does not apply to handheld and knapsack sprayers

From Nov 2016 evidence that:

Sprayer certificates

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o boom sprayers are tested once every 5 years (unless they are less than 5 years old on that date)

o Foggers/misters/batch dippers and granular pesticide applicators are tested once every 6 years (unless they are less than 5 years old on that date)

Outside contractors also hold valid NSTS certificates or engineers test certificates

EC.12 R

It is recommended that pesticide spraying equipment is regularly checked to ensure accurate application

Sprayers are calibrated when changing from one product to another

AIM: Fertilisers are stored and managed in a safe and responsible manner to prevent the risk of contamination and pollution

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

EC.13 Fertilisers must be stored in a manner that minimises the risk of theft

Stored where there is no public access and located away from and not visible from a public highway

Checks are made to ensure fertiliser has not been tampered with, moved or stolen

If a discrepancy or theft is discovered it is reported to the police immediately

EC.14 K

Fertilisers must be stored in a manner that minimises the risk of contamination or pollution

There is no risk of contamination to crops, feedstuffs, pesticides, animals, soils, groundwater or watercourses

Fertiliser is stored at least 10m from a watercourse and at least 50m from a well, spring or borehole

AIM: Fertilisers/soil improvement products are suitable for their intended use and applied in a manner that prevents the risk of contamination and pollution

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

EC.15 K

Only appropriate, safe and suitable fertilisers and soil improvement products must be applied to land

Soil improvement products include (but are not limited to) manure, composts, anaerobic digestate (bio fertiliser), treated sewage sludge

Any material originating outside the holding that is applied to land has agricultural benefit and is permitted for use

No untreated animal by-products (e.g. abattoir waste) applied

Permits

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EC.16 K

Fertilisers and soil improvement products must be applied to land in a manner which minimises the risk of contamination or pollution

Soil improvement products applied in accordance with appendix and Manure Management Plan

Before application factors including NVZ restrictions, soil type, crop requirements, slope, field conditions, weather conditions, surface water, water supplies and abstraction points, even on neighbouring land, are considered

Grazing and planting intervals in the appendix are adhered to

Staff and contractors have knowledge of high risk areas on farm

A Manure Management Plan

EC.17 R

It is recommended that all equipment used for applying fertilisers or soil improvement products must be checked to ensure accurate application

Applying to land refers to (but is not limited to) grazing, forage, conservation land, land producing crops for consumption on the farm

Where to find help Environmental Permitting Regulations 2010: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2010/9780111491423/contents

Code of Practice for Using Plant Protection Products: http://www.pesticides.gov.uk/Resources/CRD/Migrated-Resources/Documents/C/Code_of_Practice_for_using_Plant_Protection_Products_-_Complete20Code.pdf

Defra - Protecting our Water, Soil & Air – A Code of Good Agricultural Practice for farmers, growers and land managers: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/69344/pb13558-cogap-090202.pdf

HSE Guidance on Storing Pesticides: http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/ais16.pdf

The Water Resources (Control of Pollution) (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010: http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/business/sectors/118798.aspx

Environment Agency What’s in Your Backyard: http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/37793.aspx

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OUTDOOR PIGS (OP)

Aim: The welfare requirements of outdoor pigs are met at all times

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

OP.1 Arcs or equivalent accommodation must be available to pigs

Where beneficial the arcs or equivalent provide shelter from the prevailing wind

OP.2 Accommodation must be provided with bedding material that provides thermal comfort

OP.3 Stocking density must not exceed 30 sows per hectare

OP.4 A training area must be available and used to allow new gilts, sows and boars to become accustomed to electric fences

OP.5 Facilities must be provided in order to allow pigs to keep cool during warm weather

OP.6 Outdoor sows must be farrowed in huts which are thermally comfortable and protect from the wind

OP.7 Farrowing huts must contain clean, dry straw

OP.8 R

It is recommended that fenders are fitted to farrowing huts to prevent piglets from straying

OP.9 Nose ringing must only be carried out to prevent damage to paddocks or where soil type, accommodation or soil stone content could cause injury

OP.10 Farrowing arcs, tents and kennels and associated enclosing runs for growing

Used bedding is removed or burned

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pigs must be moved to fresh land after each farrowing cycle or batch

Arcs, tents, kennels and associated runs do not need to be moved if they are on a concrete base

Where to find help FAWC Report on Outdoor Pigs: http://www.fawc.org.uk/reports/pigs/fawcptoc.htm

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LIVESTOCK TRANSPORT (LT)

Aim: The health and welfare of livestock is managed during transportation

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED/WHAT GOOD LOOKS LIKE RECORD KEEPING

LT.1 K

Vehicles used that maintain the health and welfare of livestock being transported

Headroom that allows livestock to stand in a natural position

Non – slip flooring

Flooring that prevents the leakage of faeces and urine (as far as practicable)

Free from injury risk (sharp edges/projections)

Facilities that allow livestock to be inspected, including lighting e.g. torch)

Adequate ventilation

Well-constructed partitions to allow segregation of stock and to protect small groups/individual animals from injury. (Recommended height from floor - at least 76 cm for calves and sheep and 127 for older cattle)

Vehicle is secure i.e. has side gates to prevent livestock escaping during loading/unloading and whilst on-board

Loading ramps have foot batons to reduce the risk of slipping

The steepness of internal and external ramps must be such that welfare is not compromised.

For journeys over 50km o ramp angles do not exceed 20° for pigs o vehicles fitted with roof to protect from weather

LT.2 Where bedding is used it must be clean, safe and suitable

Pigs provided with bedding during transport

LT.3 Legally required stocking densities must be followed in order to minimise stress and risk of injury

Adjustments made when required to allow for current weather conditions, type of vehicles and size and category of stock

Not tightly or loosely stocked

Legal stocking density (235kg/m2 for pigs weighing 70-130kg live weight) adhered to

LT.4 Livestock transported must be fit for Sick, injured livestock only transported under the direction of a veterinary surgeon

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K the intended journey

Animals able to bear weight on all four legs and walk onto the vehicle unaided

Livestock with imminent birth dates or recently given birth not transported (unless short distance move is needed to improve conditions)

Aim : Well managed transportation

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LT.5 Livestock transported by a trained competent person

Statutory licence for vehicle

Drivers have an understanding of handling and driving livestock to avoid injury, minimise stress and express normal behaviour

Journeys over 65 km and under 8 hours - species specific certificate of competence for short journeys

Journeys over 8 hours - species specific certificate of competence for long journeys

Certificate of competence

LT.6 Emergency plans and facilities must be in place

Driver equipped with: - Mobile phone - Emergency contact numbers - In the case of long journeys (over 8 hours) a written contingency plan

For long journeys, written contingency plan

LT.7 Transportation companies must have a valid transporter authorisation for the journeys they undertake

Authorisations in place for the following:- - For short journeys (65km to 8 hours) - Long journeys ( over 8 hours)

Transporter authorisation

LT.8 Vehicles used for journeys in excess of 8 hours must be approved under the Defra vehicle approval scheme

Vehicle approval certificate

AIM: Controls to prevent the spread of disease

STANDARDS HOW YOU WILL BE MEASURED RECORD KEEPING

LT.9 K

Vehicles must be cleaned and disinfected using Defra approved disinfectants

Cleaned and disinfected after every load and within 24 hours of delivery unless vehicles are used to make repeat journeys between same two points in a single day

Where to find help Welfare of Animals During Transport: Advice for Transporters of Pigs: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/69377/pb12544d-pigs-080711.pdf