Specified Risk Material (SRM) Control Measures in Canada - Specified Risk Materials Control in Abattoirs

Overview

Delivery method

Online

Duration

3 hours

Audience

Employees

Description

Specified Risk Material (SRM) control is a critical component of Canada’s BSE (bovine spongiform encephalopathy) safeguards, helping to protect animal and human health by ensuring proper removal and handling practices in abattoirs and processing facilities.

This course examines the roles and responsibilities of inspection staff in overseeing SRM control measures, focusing on the removal process at abattoirs, processing activities, and the management of SRM waste. It is intended for inspectors involved in verifying compliance with SRM-related regulations and procedures.

Key Topics include:

• Regulations related to BSE safeguards and the enhanced feed ban
• Importance of excluding SRM from the food and feed chains and the SRM control program
• Procedures and requirements for permitted and non-permitted sites for SRM removal, handling, and segregation
• Best practices for safe containment, segregation maintenance, and disposal of SRM

Prerequisite:

All required training in Meat Hygiene -Beef

Specified Risk Material (SRM) Control Measures in Canada - Introduction to SRM and the Permitting System (Module 1 - E-Learning) (PS Code I6A177)