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Control Point - description |
In Pantheon (Yes/No) |
Link to user manual in Pantheon |
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COMMERCIAL TURKEY MODULE
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| TY 1 |
PROVISIONS FOR TURKEY POULTS |
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| TY 1.1 |
Are poults placed into a pre-heated shed as soon as possible and their
behavior closely monitored on arrival at the rearing site?
Where required, due to climatic conditions or due to the individual
brooding system, day old poults shall be placed in a location that is
suitable to meet their temperature requirements. For example, warming lamps according to the number of turkey chicks shall be installed.
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| TY 1.2 |
The litter shall be dry and low in dust emission. The structure of the litter shall fit the requirements of the poults. Wet patches shall be covered with dry litter or mixed with dry litter as soon as possible. N/A where no day old poults are used. |
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| TY 1.3 |
In the case of aggressive picking, a temporary darkening under 5 lux
should be possible. Environmental enrichment should be provided. The vet should be informed if after two days no improvement is observed. |
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| TY 2 |
FEED AND WATER |
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| TY 2.1 |
Feeder space allowances shall be as follows: for circular feeding bin
during brooding (up to 35 days) 0.8 cm per kg live weight, during
growout 0.18 cm per kg live weight measured at the outer edge of the
feeder. |
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| TY 2.2 |
Fresh water shall be available at any time at sufficient water flow rate and sufficient drinking space as follows: circular drinker: during brooding (day 1 up to day 35) 0.40 cm per kg live weight, during growout 0.10 cm per kg live weight.
If nipple drinkers are in use, the recommendations of the manufacturer shall be followed. |
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| TY 2.3 |
There shall be minimal evidence of water spillage. Water level in drinker and height of drinker shall be according to bird size. |
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| TY 2.4 |
The following factors affecting the feeding space and drinking point
allowance should be considered when reviewing these facilities:
1. Design of feeders and drinkers
2. Weight of the bird at slaughter
3. Duration of the daily darkness period
4. Feeding pattern (i.e. ad-libitum, restricted or meal time feeding)
5. Effect on litter management
6. Effect on ease of inspection
7. Manufacturers’ recommendations |
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| TY 2.5 |
Birds shall have access to feeders and drinkers without undue
competition and activity shall be encouraged. |
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| TY 2.6 |
Water analysis at point of entry shall be carried out at least annually.
Water shall be free of E. coli. Chemical analysis shall cover pH (should be between 5 and 9), Fe, nitrates, sulfates, conductibility, water hardness. National guidelines, if applicable, shall be followed. |
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| TY 2.7 |
In case of mains supply, an annual water analysis from the supplier shall be acceptable. Water quality shall be according to national feed
legislation. |
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| TY 2.8 |
Visual assessment of birds and water supply shall ensure compliance. There shall be a documented procedure for cleaning (mechanical,
chemical). A visual assessment of filter, transparent pipes and inspection glasses shall ensure compliance. Records of regular cleaning of tanks and pipes shall be available. |
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| TY 2.9 |
Records of daily consumption shall be kept. In case of abnormal
deviations of daily water consumption the reason for this shall be investigated and corrective actions taken, if necessary. Evidence of
corrective action shall be available. Water meters shall be maintained
and functioning properly. |
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| TY 2.10 |
Tanks shall be covered. Records of the regular cleaning of tanks and of
the volumetric metering equipment shall be available. N/A where no
water tanks are present. |
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| TY 2.11 |
A sample of each batch of feed delivered shall be retained on farm or at the feed mill (where the operation is fully integrated) for a 3 month period after the birds have been dispatched. |
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| TY 3 |
HOUSED TURKEYS (N/A if no housed turkeys) |
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| TY 3.1 |
Building |
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| TY 3.1.1 |
The poultry housing shall comply with the following:
1. The roof and ceiling shall be in good condition, waterproof and easily cleaned
2. Floors shall be well drained, safe, comfortable and hygienically
managed
3. Walls shall be waterproof, draught-proof and vermin-proof |
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| TY 3.1.2 |
Under hot climate conditions, buildings with mesh/net walls are
acceptable, providing rodent control is maintained. Roofs shall be insulated. Additional forced ventilation capacity shall be provided in case of extreme hot weather conditions. |
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| TY 3.1.3 |
Is the floor surface made of concrete or asphalt and is it above the outside ground level?
Defined in the Control Point.
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| TY 3.1.4 |
Do the floor, the roof, the ceiling and the walls have sealed joints?
Defined in the Control Point and should be confirmed by visual
assessment.
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| TY 3.1.5 |
Records of independent expert advice on design of new facilities or renovation of existing houses should be available. |
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| TY 3.1.6 |
Are the key points relating to welfare recorded and reviewed regularly (annually) by the farmer and attending veterinary surgeon or technical expert for all accommodation and are they displayed at or near the
entrance to each building?
The key points shall be displayed at or near the entrance to each
building and include the following:
1. Total floor area available to the birds
2. Number of birds in relation to weight allowed in each house shall
comply with the maximum permitted stocking density
3. Numbers of birds in relation to the feeding space and drinker provision
4. Operating temperature (including alarm ranges)
5. Feed type and bin identification
6. Daily lighting regime.
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| TY 3.2 |
Stocking density |
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| TY 3.2.1 |
Compliance with appropriate local legislation on stocking density shall be given. |
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| TY 3.2.2 |
Does all poultry accommodation provide sufficient space to allow
unrestricted access to stock persons for the purposes of inspection and removal of sick or injured birds?
Visual assessment and written stocking density calculations for each building shall assure compliance.
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DO all birds have sufficient space to enable the following?
Visual assessment shall ensure that birds have sufficient space to do the
following:
1. Move freely
2. Stand normally
3. Turn around
4. Stretch their wings
5. Sit without interface with other birds
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| TY 3.2.4 |
The locally set (industry guidelines) maximum stocking density of usable floor space shall be adhered to. The useable floor space is the floor space that can be used unrestrictedly by the birds. The area underneath the troughs and feeders is considered useable floor space if they are vertically adjustable and it is ensured that these are, from the 21st day
onwards, adjusted regularly to the size of the birds. The locally set
stocking densities can be exceeded if national guidelines allow it and these contain the following requirements: stock person trained, at least
two years of sole responsibility of flocks with no complaint from the
competent authorities or at least two flocks under close supervision of technical experts with no complaints, documented training, documented monthly visit by vet or technical expert, turkeys that show signs of illness are moved to a separate area (stocking density = 50 percent of normal rate), at day of dispatch the litter shall be in good condition, the holder/stock person shall be obliged to reduce the stocking density if
management-related problems are noticed by the vet or slaughterhouse
in two successive flocks. If there are no problems with at least two of the next flocks, the stocking density can again be increased (after consulting the vet). |
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| TY 3.2.5 |
Is a recording system present for each poultry house that demonstrates compliance with the maximum stocking density? Does the system enable farmers to identify and take appropriate preventive measures in those
poultry houses for which growth rates indicate the maximum stocking density will be exceeded?
Written (hard or soft copy) records of stocking density that monitor
maximum stocking densities at the end of the growing period shall be
available.
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| TY 3.3 |
Ventilation and temperature control |
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| TY 3.3.1 |
A written (hard or soft copy) ventilation plan shall be demonstrated as being implemented. The demonstration of a computer controlled system
as evidence of implementation is acceptable. |
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| TY 3.3.2 |
Are the temperature and rate of ventilation of the accommodation
appropriate to the geographic location of the housing system and to the age, weight and physiological state of the birds?
A visual assessment and worker awareness of the requirements shall ensure compliance.
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| TY 3.3.3 |
The ventilation system should be designed to maintain aerial
contaminants below the recommendations of the relevant competent authority in the country of production. Contaminants to be considered are dust, CO2 and ammonium. It should be ensured that aerial contaminants
do not reach a level at which they cause eye or nose irritation during
inspection. |
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| TY 3.3.4 |
Air quality shall be checked on inspection. In case of noticeable
deviations causing eye itching or a burning sensation in the airways of a human observer, awareness of how to improve air quality shall be
shown. |
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| TY 3.3.5 |
Provisions shall be taken to protect male birds from heat stress at a later stage of rearing. Measures can include the following: additional ventilators, cooling pads, opening of doors, moisturization systems, use of roof sprinklers. |
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Does each site have a written policy for the recognition of and procedures to be followed in the event of heat or cold stress? Are all stock persons familiar with and apply the contents of this policy?
Written policy (soft or hard copy) shall be available in VHP and workers shall demonstrate how to apply the policy (alarm plan, weather forecast available in time to allow the planning for extreme temperatures, etc.).
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| TY 3.3.7 |
Access to weather forecasts should be available and workers should
show awareness. |
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| TY 3.3.8 |
Records of daily temperatures shall be available and shall be presented to the technical expert or veterinary surgeon. Visual assessment shall ensure compliance. |
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Libelium |
| TY 3.4 |
Light |
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| TY 3.4.1 |
The lighting system shall provide a minimum light intensity (10 lux)
during day time for a minimum of sixteen hours in every twenty-four
hours. All birds reared in artificial light shall be provided with a period of darkness during every twenty-four hours. The dark period shall be similar to the natural day/night cycle. Variations are possible during the first
three days after setting of new poults, during dispatch or due to the vet.
At night time (eight hours) a light intensity of maximum 0.5 lux is
acceptable to allow orientation of the birds in case of distress and panic.
In case of abnormal behavior the maximum light intensity during the day time can be reduced under 5 lux in accordance with the veterinarian. |
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| TY 3.4.2 |
Is lighting uniform within the same poultry house?
Defined in Control Point.
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| TY 3.4.3 |
Is the lighting system capable of providing 100 lux for cleaning purposes?
Visual evidence on inspection.
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| TY 3.4.3 |
Farmers shall be able to explain why lighting has been lowered, and confirm that they have sought the agreement of the veterinary surgeon for the development of the action plan, which can be either verbal or written. |
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| TY 3.5 |
Litter |
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| TY 3.5.1 |
Litter shall be dry and friable. Visual assessment shall ensure
compliance. |
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| TY 3.5.2 |
Do the following requirements apply to the litter in use?
1. Litter is of a suitable material and particle size
2. Litter is maintained in a dry, friable condition
3. Litter is of a sufficient depth for dilution of feces (minimum 5 cms)
4. Litter enables birds to dust bathe
5. Litter is topped up daily, if necessary, with fresh litter
Defined in Control Point.
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Is litter removed from de-populated housing promptly and disposed of in an appropriate way? Are records of housing cleaning and disposal of litter retained?
Records of housing cleaning or disposal shall be retained to be verified.
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| TY 3.5.4 |
Re-used litter shall be processed and proven to be free of
microbiological risks (zoonotic diseases agents) as mentioned in the VHP. |
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| TY 3.5.5 |
Are all stock people familiar with the proper management of turkey litter?
Workers shall demonstrate knowledge of proper litter management.
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| TY 4 |
OUTDOOR TURKEYS (N/A if no outdoor poultry) |
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| TY 4.1 |
Is the following true for the outdoors in free-range systems?
1. They are designed and managed in ways that ensure the area around
each house does not become poached
2. They consist of pasture mainly covered by vegetation
Defined in Control Point.
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| TY 4.2 |
Do birds with access to range have access to well-drained areas for
resting whilst outside the building?
Defined in Control Point.
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| TY 4.3 |
Does the stocking density take factors such as soil type, drainage and frequency of flock rotation into account?
Defined in Control Point.
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Do birds kept in free-range systems have access to range for a minimum of eight hours each day except when the natural daylight period is less?
Are all popholes normally open for this time, except when this is precluded by inclement weather conditions?
Workers shall demonstrate knowledge of requirement.
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| TY 4.5 |
For free range systems in summer conditions, is a shaded area
accessible, which has sufficient space so that the turkeys do not have to crowd together (thereby risking further heat stress)?
Shaded area for 10 percent of the flock shall be provided. Written
calculation shall ensure compliance.
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| TY 4.6 |
Protection shall prevent direct contact with wild animals, which may cause fear or injury to turkeys. Fences used for enclosures shall be checked regularly and any holes be sealed. |
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| TY 4.7 |
Enclosures shall be free of debris, which may provide a sanctuary for
pests, wild birds and other animals. |
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| TY 5 |
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT |
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