Agricultural Produce Agents Act, 1992 (Act No. 12 of 1992)

Board Notices

Biosecurity Rules for Livestock Agents

5. Biosecurity Measures at the Auction Facility

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(a) The auction facility must be divided into areas of varying risk, based on the concept of “arrival” (dirty) and “biosecure” (clean) areas. Only animals allowed into the biosecure area may be sold to third parties.

 

(b) A flow diagram must be available for each facility which clearly indicates the different areas and their risk profile.

 

(c) Every auction facility must appoint a Biosecurity Practitioner.