Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act No. 40 of 2000)

Red Meat Regulations, 2004

Purchase

Offloading ramps, movable or stationary -

a)	must be so constructed to avoid injury of animals during offloading and provide a stable area to facilitate the free movement of animals;

b)	may not have open spaces between the offloading ramp and the vehicle;

c)	must be at the same height of the vehicle for which it is used.

d)	must have guide rails;

e)	must have permanent non-slippery floor at a slope of not more than 20°;

f)	may not have sharp protruding edges or any other features that may cause injury; and

g)	must have adequate artificial lighting if animals are offloaded at night.