Introduction to Laws on Meat Safety Flashcards
a rule made by a government that how people may and may not behave in society and in business, and that often orders particular punishments if they do not obey, or a system of such rules.
Law
is a system of rules crested and enfored through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior, with its precise definition a matter of longstanding debate
Law
a system includes rules, procedures, and institutions by which public initiatives and private endeavors can be carried out through legitimate means.
Legal system
moral principles that govern a person’s behavior or the conducting of an activity.
ethics
is a branch of philosophy that “involves systematizing, defending, and recommending concepts of right wrong behavior.
ethics or moral philosophy
the study of law and the priciples on which law is based.
Jurisprudence
the theoritical study of the propriety of law.
Jurisprudence or legal theory
a ssystem of moral principles.
ethics
is concerned with what is good for individuals and society and is described as moral philophy.
ethics
Animal Welfare Act of 1998: Relevant for ensuring the humane treatment and welfare of animals involved in meat production.
RA ACT NO. 8485
Creating the Bureau of Animal industry: Pertinent for defining the regulatory authority reponsible for overseeing animal health and meat inspection.
ACT NO. 3639
Food and Drug Administration Act: Imporatant for ensuring the safety and purity of food products, including meat, available to the public.
RA ACT NO. 3720
Meat Inspection Code of the Philippines: Central to the topic as its strengthens the meat inpection system, ensuring the safety and quality of meat products
RA ACT NO. 9296
Anti-Rabies Act of 2007: Relevant for controlling and preventing diseases, including those that could affect animals in meat production.
RA ACT NO. 9482
Philippine Food Safety Act: Essential for establishing the framework for ensuring food safety, including meat products, throughout the food supply chain.
RA ACT NO. 10611
Code of conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees: Relevant for ensuring ethical behavior among public officials involved in meat safety regulation and enforcement, fostering integrity and accountability in governance.
RA ACT NO. 6713
RA 8485 Purpose?
to protect and promote the welfare of all terrestrial, aquatic and marine animals in the Philippines.
Key provision of RA Act No. 8485
- Protection of animal welfare
- Regulation of Animal Facilities
- Prevention of cruelty
Five Basic Freedoms:
- Freedom from hunger and thirst
- Freedom from discomfort
- Freedom from Pain, Injury, or Discomfort
- Freedom to express Normal behavior
- Freedom from fear and distress
The vital role of a meat technology professional: (5)
- Ensuring humane handling and slaughter
- Improving meat quality
- enforcing food safety regulations
- Advancing sustainable meat production
- Educating farmers and Industry Workers
