Public Audit Act, 2004
R 385
Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act No. 35 of 1984)NoticesControl Measures relating to Outbreaks of Foot and Mouth DiseasePart B: Disease Control Measures on Infected Premises and Areas13. Welfare and Destruction |
| 13.1 | The destruction of FMD-infected and in-contact animals is not prescribed as a control measure in terms of the Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act no 35 of 1984). Destruction of infected or in-contact animals may, however, be ordered, if deemed necessary, by the Director Animal Health to achieve a controlled purpose. |
| 13.2 | If the responsible person opts to destroy sick or in-contact animals for welfare reasons, they are advised to contact animal welfare organisations for guidance, as well as the relevant Environmental Affairs Department for approved disposal options. The state veterinarian must be informed of any destruction operations to ensure the safe disposal of carcasses and infective material, as well as to ensure that the numbers of destroyed animals are recorded accurately for reporting purposes. |
