Objective
There has been increasing concern during recent years that stunning techniques using a penetrating bolt can cause embolic dissemination of brain tissue in cattle and sheep. In ranking various stunning methods according to the risk for, and possible level of, contamination the Scientific Opinion on Stunning Methods and BSE Risks, adopted by the Scientific Steering Committee on 10/11 Jan. ' 02, listed non-penetrative and electrical stunning as being of negligible or absent risk. Unfortunately, in commercial use these alternatives can present serious problems in regard to animal welfare and operator safety. With non-penetrating captive bolts systems there is a risk that some animals can be inadequately stunned, while the effect on others can be too excessive resulting in skull fracture. Present electrical stunning systems for cattle are expensive to install and again, in some cases, can result in animals showing signs of recovery. This review will commence with a detailed study of all available literature, which will be significantly enhanced through communication and discussion with the authors and research leaders. Stunning equipment manufacturers and slaughter experts will also be consulted, so that the study encompasses all available information and opinion, including that which is currently unpublished. A Technical Seminar will next be held in Europe, e.g. Barcelona or Brussels, where the preliminary results of the study will be reviewed with representatives of all stakeholders. Presentations will be invited from selected researchers, manufacturers and slaughter experts in both plenary and specific topic discussions, to ensure that the review encompasses both current practice and imminent improvements, and concludes with a consensus of opinion 20 copies of the final report will be delivered to EC, with complimentary copies to individuals and organisations that have assisted in the review.
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