FAD Guidance #3: FAD Investigations in Slaughter Facilities
FAD Guidance #3: FAD Investigations in Slaughter Facilities
Beef, pork, and lamb slaughter establishments are unique in FAD detection, as they will operate under the regulations of two federal governmental bodies, the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS), if a foreign animal disease is detected. Additionally, State Animal Health Officials (SAHO) have jurisdiction in their state in the event of an outbreak, and will work with APHIS to facilitate response activities. The establishment must work cooperatively with all regulatory agencies to ensure that all necessary steps are taken in the detection and diagnosis of a FAD, and the subsequent steps required to continue normal business operations after test results are acquired.
