Protocol for the on-farm welfare
assessment of pigs
The
protocol consists of four sections, which can be downloaded
separately by clicking on the icons:
A user guide containing
instructions
for usage and guidelines
for interpretation and quantitative assessment.
A questionnaire
section, to be administered by the inspector(s) per
interview, to evaluate indicators related to stockmanship, husbandry
and management.
The welfare
assessment protocol, which is
completed during inspection of the animals, facilities and environment.
One such protocol is to be completed for every site on the production
unit.
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Dry sows, boars, and mating area
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Farrowing
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Post weaning: weaners, growers and finishers
An evaluation
section, which summarises the findings for discussion with
the farm personnel.
