Legislations that relate to animal health Flashcards
What legislations relate to animal health?
Animal Welfare Act 2006
Welfare of Animal (transport) 2006
The welfare of animals at market order 1993
The veterinary surgeons act 1966
The welfare of farmed animals regulation 2007
The welfare of animals regulation 1999 (slaughtered or killing)
What does Animal Welfare Act 2006 cover?
ensure all animals have all welfare needs
Covers
- ensure they have correct diet
- are hosted in suitable environment
- are housed with or without other animals
- are free from pain, suffering and injuries
- and are Able to exhibit natural behaviours
What does Welfare of Animal (transport) 2006 cover?
- covers if an animal can be transported in the first place
- How much space different animals must be given
- how long journey can last without a break for food or water
- provision of adequate food and water
- adequate ventilation and temperature
-provision of inter for toileting - transported must be able to provide first aid
What does the welfare of animals at market order 1993 cover
- ensure an animal which is pregnant cannot be sold
- animals may not be tied up or suspended off the ground
- the operator should be sure that the animal has enough bedding
What does the veterinary sugreons act of 1966 cover?
- that only someone who can operate eon an animal or specify as a vet is someone who is listed on a register of veterinary surgeons
What does the Welfare of Farmed Animals regulations of 2007 cover?
- implements EU regulations on the welfare of farmed livestock
What is the welfare of animals regulation 1999 (slaughter or killing) cover?
- to regulate slaughterhouse
- animals are not caused any avoidable pain or suffering
- requiring licenses for people slaughtering or killing animals
Which institiution does the welfare of animals regulations 1999 (slaughter or killing )
regulate slaughterhouses
