Growing Assurance Food Safety Processing and Distribution

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1 1 Growing Assurance Adoption Catalogue Growing Assurance Food Safety Processing and Distribution Overall Program Description The Growing Assurance Food Safety Processing and Distribution program provides technical support and funding to Manitoba agrifood processors, distributors, transporters and direct food contact packaging manufacturers who adopt food safety, traceability system, animal welfare, and biosecurity programs. Please note: Your project must be approved in writing, by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development before you start any work on it. This catalogue has details on the various programs and outlines the eligible practices; cost shared funding levels, program eligibility and the application process. Funding Activity Categories and Practice Codes Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Basic GMP Program 2000 $5,000 65:35 35% $ Comprehensive GMP Program 2100 $15,000 65:35 10% $ HACCP Program (Includes Comprehensive GMP) Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) 2200 $25,000 65:35 10% $1, $20,000* 65:35 10% $1, $10,000 50:50 10% $1, Traceability System Program 2500 $10,000 50:50 N/A N/A 6 Livestock Welfare Processor Program 2600 $50,000 65:35 10% $2, Biosecurity Processor Program 2700 $50,000 65:35 10% $2, * Up to a maximum of $20,000. See the Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) section below for details. Category Cap is the maximum Growing Assurance - Food Safety Processing and Distribution funding available to applicants within each Activity Category.

2 2 General Eligibility Requirements Funding under the individual Growing Assurance Food Safety Processing and Distribution programs is available to individual processors (excluding fish and seafood), distributors, transporters and direct food contact packaging manufacturers and partnerships and operations incorporated under federal and/or provincial laws. Applicants must provide a copy of their Permit to Operate a Food Handling Establishment, Certificate or License to Operate, if applicable. Applicants are eligible for both food safety program and traceability system program funding. Abattoirs are eligible for the livestock welfare processor program and biosecurity processor program, in addition to both food safety program and traceability system program funding. Assembly yards and auction marts that posses a valid Livestock Dealer or Agents License issued by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development are eligible for the biosecurity processor program. If you applied for, but did not receive the maximum amount allowed for a previous food safety claim through a former Agricultural Framework Policy or a Growing Forward program, you may be eligible for any remaining funds up to the maximum category cap funding amount, based on the current cost share ratios. If you intend to expand your food safety program and implement a GMP, HACCP or a more comprehensive program, you can apply for upgrade funding. Examples of more comprehensive programs include a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recognized scheme, or a Canadian Grain Commission HACCP program. If you received funds for traceability system program development under the previous Growing Forward program, you may reapply for the Traceability System Program at the current category cap funding amount and cost share ratio. For details on eligibility for individual programs, contact: your local MAFRD GO Office: or foodsafety@gov.mb.ca. Application Process NOTE: These steps and restrictions apply to applications for all Growing Assurance Food Safety Processing and Distribution programs. Things to consider when filling out an application for one of these programs: all costs associated with every aspect of your project. the necessity of the food safety, traceability system, animal welfare and/or biosecurity program to your facility the kind, amount and availability of resources, help and consulting needed to complete the project the kind and amount of employee training needed Application and funding process: 1. Contact your local MAFRD program specialist who can help clarify requirements, explain technical details and estimate project costs. This will save time and effort and expedite the funding process for eligible applicants. 2. Complete your application in full and attach all required documents. 3. Submit your application and supporting documents to your local MAFRD GO Office; or send directly to: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development (MAFRD) Box 1240, 810 Phillips Street Portage la Prairie, Manitoba R1N 3J9 MAFRDGF2@gov.mb.ca Fax:

3 3 4. When your application is received, a MAFRD food safety specialist will contact you to arrange for an onsite gap assessment. This assessment reviews the baselines and objectives of your project and includes a basic food safety risk analysis. For livestock welfare processor program applications, the animal welfare humane slaughter specialist will contact you to arrange an initial animal welfare assessment and to develop a project work plan. This work plan outlines project objectives and action steps towards improving animal welfare best practices. For biosecurity processor program applications, the biosecurity assessment must be completed prior to approval of the project. 5. Before you start your project, you must sign and return the approval letter from MAFRD. 6. It is your responsibility to review and follow all conditions outlined in the approval letter before you complete your project. 7. Assistance will only be provided for project costs incurred after your gap assessment date, your initial livestock and poultry animal welfare assessment, or your biosecurity assessment date and after you receive your approval letter from MAFRD outlining any specific considerations or requirements, completion date and claims submission date. 8. All capital expenses (including installation costs) for your program must be directly related to the program and must be approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Any capital items you purchase under the program cannot be sold or exchanged for at least two years after the purchase date. 9. In-kind contributions include labour or staff training only (at $20 per hour). They can only be used to offset your food safety program, livestock welfare processor program and biosecurity processor program cost share percentage. 10. Once your project is completed, a MAFRD program specialist will conduct an inspection/assessment to ensure you have met all the requirements of the program and any conditions outlined in your approval letter. For traceability system program claims, an audit inspection of program purchase(s) may be required. Once the specialist advises you have met all the requirements and conditions, you may submit a completed project claim. 11. To avoid any payment delays, ensure that your claim form is properly completed and all documentation including itemized receipts or other acceptable proof of payment is provided. 12. Your claim must be postmarked no later than 30 days after your completed milestone or implementation assessment date. Application Forms Application forms for all these programs are available at all MAFRD GO Offices; or at Application Deadline Applications are approved on a first come first served basis until the program is fully subscribed. Application Approval Process Applications are reviewed and approved by MAFRD. Information collected during the gap assessment and the project work plan will be evaluated during the approval process. Representatives from MAFRD, Manitoba Health, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada may be consulted to ensure that the applicant is legally operating in Manitoba and any funding requests meet all eligibility requirements. For more information about the program, funding applications and food safety: Contact your local MAFRD GO Office; or foodsafety@gov.mb.ca

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5 5 Basic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Program Program Description The Basic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Program helps eligible applicants implement sanitation and personnel practices programs to improve food safety. The goal is to ensure the environments where food is handled are kept sanitary and that food handling staff do their jobs safely and hygienically. Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Basic GMP Program 2000 $5,000 65:35 35% $ All Basic GMP Program development and implementation costs must be incurred after your gap assessment date and receipt of written project approval from MAFRD. All capital expenses (including installation costs), must be directly related to the Basic GMP Program within the facility and must be approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible Basic GMP Program Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2001 Consultation for program development and implementation 2002 Incremental labour or salaried services for program development 2003 Staff training 2004 Materials and/or supplies for program development and implementation Capital Expenses For Food Safety Food safety series Examples of eligible capital expenses Hands free hand washing and drying units 2010 Good Manufacturing Product separation devices to prevent cross contamination Practices Sanitation verification equipment (ex: luminometer, allergen test kits) Shatter proof lighting 2011 Process Control or Critical Control Point 2012 Facility Upgrades 2013 Additional 2099 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD Magnets Metal detection equipment Moisture analyzer Salt, ph and water activity meters Thermometer or other temperature monitoring devices Time/temperature thermograph X-ray detection equipment Floor, wall, ceiling and direct food contact surfacing Floor coving Food grade wall panelling Ventilation improvements Calibration equipment (ex: standardized thermometers, weights) Food safety verification laboratory fees Food safety laboratory equipment Software

6 6 Notes: In-kind contributions include labor and staff training only (at $20 per hour). They can only be used to offset your Basic GMP Program cost share percentage (35 per cent). If you intend to expand your food safety program and implement a GMP, HACCP or more comprehensive program, you can apply for Food Safety Program Upgrade funding. Your Basic GMP Program project must be completed within 12 months of receipt of the approval letter. Prior to making a Basic GMP Program claim, a food safety specialist must perform an implementation assessment to determine if the program has been completed to MAFRD s satisfaction. Reference materials: For details on safe food handling, GMP and supporting regulations, go to:. Basic GMP Program Manual The manual will help you create and implement a basic food safety program that includes personnel practices and sanitation programs. The guide and electronic templates are most valuable for small and medium size food operations. Go to: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development For additional food safety and quality information, go to:

7 7 Comprehensive Good Manufacturing Practices Program Program Description The Comprehensive Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Program helps eligible applicants address the hazards associated with employees and the environment during food production. GMP provides a foundation for all food safety programs. Comprehensive GMP address sanitation and personnel practices and also cover shipping, handling, receiving, storage, maintenance, calibration, pest control, water safety, environmental controls and recall. Once GMP are in place, processors can implement a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) program. Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Comprehensive GMP Program 2100 $15,000 65:35 10% $ All comprehensive GMP program development and implementation costs must be incurred after your gap assessment date and the receipt of your letter of approval from MAFRD. All food safety capital expenses, including installation costs, must be directly related to the GMP program within the facility and must be approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible Comprehensive GMP Program Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2101 Consultation fees for program development and implementation 2102 Incremental labour or salaried services for program development 2103 Staff training 2104 Materials and/or supplies for program development and implementation 2105 Accredited third party pre-assessment, auditing and certification fees Capital Expenses For Food Safety Food safety series Examples of eligible food safety capital expenses Hands free hand washing and drying units 2110 Good Manufacturing Product separation devices to prevent cross contamination Practices Sanitation verification equipment (ex: luminometer, allergen test kits) Shatter proof lighting 2111 Process Control or Critical Control Point 2112 Facility Upgrades 2113 Additional 2199 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD Magnets Metal detection equipment Moisture analyzer Salt, ph and water activity meters Thermometer or other temperature monitoring devices Time/temperature thermograph X-ray detection equipment Flooring, wall, ceiling and direct food contact surfacing Floor coving Food grade wall panelling Ventilation improvements Calibration equipment (ex: standardized thermometers, weights) Food safety verification laboratory fees Food safety related laboratory equipment Software

8 8 Notes: In-kind contributions include labour and/or staff training (at $20 per hour) only. They can only be used to offset your GMP program cost share percentage (10 per cent). If you intend to expand your food safety program and implement a HACCP or more comprehensive program, you can apply for Food Safety Program Upgrade funding. Your Comprehensive GMP Program project must be completed within 18 months of receipt of the approval letter. Before you can make a Comprehensive GMP Program claim, a food safety specialist must perform a milestone assessment as outlined below. Milestone Assessments: Milestones Description Assessment Criteria Available Funding Milestone #1 Completion of written program Food safety specialist to review, provide comments to facility and complete evaluation form Food safety specialist to conduct onsite assessment (observe and interview staff, record review, etc) Full audit done by MAFRD food safety auditor or recognized third party auditor 50% of eligible funding Milestone #2 Milestone #3 Implementation of program has begun (does not need to be fully implemented) Completion of a successful audit Remaining funds (excluding $3,000 for Milestone #3) $3,000 Reference materials: For details on safe food handling, GMP and supporting regulations, go to:

9 9 Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Program Program Description The Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Program helps eligible applicants identify and control hazards that can occur in the food production process. It is a science-based food safety system program that focuses on preventing potential problems by monitoring and controlling steps critical to food safety (critical control points). HACCP includes and builds on a Comprehensive GMP Program. Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) HACCP Program (Includes Comprehensive GMP) 2200 $25,000 65:35 10% $1, All HACCP program development and implementation costs must be incurred after your gap assessment date and receipt of written project approval from MAFRD. All food safety capital expenses, including installation costs, must be directly related to the HACCP program within the facility and be approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible HACCP Program Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2201 Consultation fees for program development and implementation 2202 Incremental labour or salaried services for program development 2203 Staff training 2204 Materials and/or supplies for program development and implementation 2205 Accredited third party pre-assessment, auditing and certification fees Capital Expenses For Food Safety Food safety series Examples of eligible food safety capital expenses Hands free hand washing and drying units 2210 Good Manufacturing Product separation devices to prevent cross contamination Practices Sanitation verification equipment (ex: luminometer, allergen test kits) Shatter proof lighting 2211 Process Control or Critical Control Point 2212 Facility Upgrades 2213 Additional 2299 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD Magnets Metal detection equipment Moisture analyzer Salt, ph and water activity meters Thermometer or other temperature monitoring devices Time/temperature thermograph X-ray detection equipment Flooring, wall, ceiling and direct food contact surfacing Floor coving Food grade wall panelling Ventilation improvements Calibration equipment (ex: standardized thermometers, weights) Food safety verification laboratory fees Food safety related laboratory equipment Software

10 10 Notes: In-kind contributions include labour and/or staff training only (at $20 per hour). They can only be used to offset by your HACCP program cost share percentage (10 per cent). If you intend to implement a more comprehensive food safety program, you can apply for Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) funding. Examples of more comprehensive programs include a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recognized scheme or a Canadian Grain Commission HACCP program. Your HACCP Program project must be completed within 24 months of receipt of the approval letter. Before you make a HACCP Program claim, a food safety specialist must perform a milestone assessment as outlined below. Milestone Assessments: Milestones Description Assessment Criteria Available Funding Milestone #1 Completion of written program Food safety specialist to review, provide comments to facility and complete evaluation form Food safety specialist to conduct onsite assessment (observe and interview staff, record review, etc) Full audit done by MAFRD food safety auditor or recognized third party auditor 50% of eligible funding Milestone #2 Milestone #3 Implementation of program has begun (does not need to be fully implemented) Completion of a successful audit Remaining funds (excluding $3,000 for Milestone #3) $3,000 Reference materials: For details on safe food handling, GMP and supporting regulations, go to:

11 11 Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) Program Description The Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) helps eligible applicants upgrade their current food safety programs to more comprehensive ones and includes upgrading Basic GMP, Comprehensive GMP or HACCP Programs. Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) 2300 $20,000* 65:35 10% $1, All Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) development and implementation costs must be incurred after your gap assessment date and receipt of written project approval from MAFRD. All food safety capital expenses, including installation costs, must be directly related to the program upgrade within the facility and be approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2301 Consultation fees for program development and implementation 2302 Incremental labour or salaried services for program development 2303 Staff training 2304 Materials and/or supplies for program development and implementation 2305 Accredited third party pre-assessment, auditing and certification fees Capital Expenses For Food Safety Food safety series Examples of eligible food safety capital expenses Hands free hand washing and drying units 2310 Good Manufacturing Product separation devices to prevent cross contamination Practices Sanitation verification equipment (ex: luminometer, allergen test kits) Shatter proof lighting 2311 Process Control or Critical Control Point 2312 Facility Upgrades 2313 Additional 2399 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD Magnets Metal detection equipment Moisture analyzer Salt, ph and water activity meters Thermometer or other temperature monitoring devices Time/temperature thermograph X-ray detection equipment Flooring, wall, ceiling and direct food contact surfacing Floor coving Food grade wall panelling Ventilation improvements Calibration equipment (ex: standardized thermometers, weights) Food safety verification laboratory fees Food safety related laboratory equipment Software

12 12 Notes: In-kind contributions include labour and/or staff training only (at $20 per hour). They can only be used to offset your Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) cost share percentage (10 per cent). Under this program, the maximum funding for implementing a GMP program is $15,000. For example, if you previously received $5,000 for Basic GMP, you may receive up to $10,000 to upgrade to a Comprehensive GMP Program. The maximum funding for implementing a HACCP Program is $25,000. For example, if you previously received $5,000 for Basic GMP, you may receive up to $20,000 to upgrade to a HACCP Program. If you intend to expand your food safety program and implement a more comprehensive program, you can apply for Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) funding. Examples of comprehensive programs include a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recognized scheme, or a Canadian Grain Commission HACCP program. Your Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) project must be completed within 12 months of receipt of the approval letter. Before you make a Food Safety Program Upgrade (1.0) claim, a food safety specialist must perform a milestone assessment as outlined below. Milestone Assessments: Milestones Description Assessment Criteria Available Funding Milestone #1 Completion of written program Food safety specialist to review, provide comments to facility and complete evaluation form Food safety specialist to conduct onsite assessment (observe and interview staff, record review, etc) Full audit done by MAFRD food safety auditor or recognized third party auditor 50% of eligible funding Milestone #2 Implementation of program has begun (does not need to be fully implemented) Remaining funds (excluding $3,000 for Milestone #3) Milestone #3 Completion of a successful audit $3,000 Reference materials: For details on safe food handling, GMP and supporting regulations go to:

13 13 Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) Program Description The Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) helps facilities build on existing food safety programs to stay competitive and expand market access. It helps facilities respond to these market influences with more comprehensive food safety programs (ex: Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recognized schemes or a Canadian Grain Commission HACCP program). Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) 2400 $10,000 50:50 10% $1, All Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) development and implementation costs must be incurred after your gap assessment date and receipt of written project approval from MAFRD. All food safety capital expenses, including applicable installation costs, must be directly related to the Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) within the facility and must be approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2401 Consultation fees for program development and implementation 2402 Incremental labour or salaried services for program development 2403 Staff training 2404 Materials and supplies for program development and implementation 2405 Accredited third party pre-assessment, auditing and certification fees Capital Expenses For Food Safety Food safety series Examples of eligible food safety capital expenses Hands free hand washing and drying units 2410 Good Manufacturing Product separation devices to prevent cross contamination Practices Sanitation verification equipment (ex: luminometer, allergen test kits) Shatter proof lighting 2411 Process Control or Critical Control Point 2412 Facility Upgrades 2413 Additional 2499 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD Magnets Metal detection equipment Moisture analyzer Salt, ph and water activity meters Thermometer or other temperature monitoring devices Time/temperature thermograph X-ray detection equipment Flooring, wall, ceiling and direct food contact surfacing Floor coving Food grade wall panelling Ventilation improvements Calibration equipment (ex: standardized thermometers, weights) Food safety verification laboratory fees Food safety related laboratory equipment Software

14 14 Notes: In-kind contributions include labour and/or staff training (at $20 per hour) only. They can only be used to offset your Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) cost share percentage (10 per cent). Your Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) project must be completed within 12 months of receipt of the approval letter. Prior to making a Food Safety Program Upgrade (2.0) claim, a MAFRD food safety specialist must verify the successful completion of an accredited 3rd party audit. Reference materials: For details on safe food handling, GMP, supporting regulations, go to: For details on Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), go to:

15 15 Traceability System Program Program Description The Traceability System Program helps eligible applicants track the movement of an agri-food product(s) within their own company and throughout the food supply chain. Traceability systems are based on a one-step backward (receiving), internal transformation (processing) and one-step forward (shipping) model and are a key component of your recall program. Traceability funding helps eligible applicants with the purchase and installation of traceability infrastructure to enhance a developing or existing system. Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Traceability System Program 2500 $10,000 50:50 N/A N/A 6 All Traceability System Program development and implementation costs must be incurred after your gap assessment date and receipt of written project approval from MAFRD. All program expenditures, including installation costs, must be directly related to the system within the facility and approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible Traceability System Program Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2501 Automatic grain sampler including probe, if required 2502 Barcode scanning equipment 2503 Batch formulators to capture ingredient lot code, weight and active ingredient inventories in real time 2504 Computer system (maximum $1,000) 2505 Dispatch software capable of supporting global positioning system (GPS) movement recording 2506 Lot code printer 2507 Label and or tag printers 2508 Software to process, store, report and track information on individual agri-food products within the enterprise 2509 Personal digital assistants (PDA) 2510 Point-of-sale (POS) system capable of supporting a customer database and able to capture and connect agriproduct lot codes to the individual client 2511 Purchase of certified barcodes through GS1 Canada membership 2512 Radio frequency identification (RFID) related equipment 2599 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD

16 16 Notes: In-kind expenses, including labour and training, are not eligible under the Traceability System Program. Your Traceability System Program project must be completed within 6 months of receipt of the approval letter. In the case of a Traceability System Program claim, MAFRD may perform an audit inspection of program purchases before or after payment is received. Reference materials: For details on traceability systems and programs, contact: Your local MAFRD GO Office: or traceability@gov.mb.ca Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Traceability for Food Processing: Canadian Food Inspection Agency Food Recall and Emergency Response: GS1 Canada Barcodes and GS1 Membership:

17 17 Livestock Welfare Processor Program Program Description The livestock welfare processor program provides assistance to eligible abattoirs in optimizing animal welfare best practices through operator training and direct funding for infrastructure improvements or the purchase of capital equipment. Abattoirs must be either provincially permitted or federally registered to be eligible. Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Livestock Welfare Processor Program 2600 $50,000 65:35 10% $2, All program capital and implementation costs must be incurred after your initial livestock and poultry animal welfare assessment date and receipt of written project approval from MAFRD. All program expenditures, including installation costs, must be directly related to the equipment within the facility and approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible Livestock Welfare Processor Program Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2601 Advanced electric stunning equipment* 2602 Captive bolt equipment** Humane Slaughter Series Examples of eligible capital and infrastructure expenses 2603 Restrainer system Restrainer systems that minimize stress and ensure effective stun 2604 Improving bleed out Double sided sticking knife High speed hoist Animal Handling Series Animal Housing (Lairage) Upgrades Animal Handling Upgrades Examples of eligible capital and infrastructure expenses Installation of water system Additional penning for increased holding capacity or animal/species segregation Ventilation, heating or cooling systems Unloading ramps/inclines Non-slip flooring or surfaces System upgrades to reduce injuries (e.g. smooth sided alley with no protrusions) System upgrades to facilitate low stress animal handling (e.g. well lit curved alley with solid sides) Animal handling tools (e.g. rattles, flags, push-boards) 2607 Staff training costs, Written training program, emergency response plans, protocols for handling and stunning 2699 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD

18 18 Notes: In-kind contributions include labour and staff training (at $20 per hour) only. They can only be used to offset your livestock welfare processor program cost share percentage (10 per cent). All applicants will be required to complete an initial animal welfare assessment and a work plan with the animal welfare humane slaughter specialist, prior to approval of project. Your livestock welfare processor program project must be completed within 12 months of receipt of the approval letter. All applicants will be required to complete MAFRD approved animal welfare training prior to payment of a claim. In the case of a livestock welfare processor program claim, MAFRD may perform an audit of program purchases before or after payment is received and a second animal welfare assessment will be conducted during production. *Advanced Electrical Stunning Equipment Criteria all systems are approved on a case by case basis and evaluated under the following requirements: 1. System must be a controlled stunner system i. Desired current must be attained within one second of the initiation of stun 2. Amperage output must be as follows: a. Market hogs Minimum 1.3 amps b. Sows Minimum 2.0 amps c. Sheep/goats Minimum 1.0 amps 3. Voltage output must be a minimum of 250 volts. 4. Stunning system should be of electronically controlled constant amperage design i. Whereas the desired amperage is set and the voltage varies with the animal s resistance 5. System must display voltage and applied current 6. Stunner system must have the capability to allow for head and heart stunning. 7. Stunner system must: a. Be commercially manufactured with sufficiently detailed instructions to ensure proper operation and maintenance and avoid improper stunning procedures b. Adhere to the necessary manufacturing processes and certification programs to ensure human safety and fulfill all Manitoba and Canadian regulations; equivalency for Canadian Safety Standards (manufactured in accordance to CSA standards) must be provided c. Be capable of causing immediate electronarcosis which persists until the animal is rendered permanently insensible for 100% of the animals it will be applied to when properly used d. Have tongs with a working on/off switch or automatic low voltage impedance system **Captive Bolt Equipment Criteria - all equipment will be approved on a case by case basis but must meet the following requirements: 1. Commercially manufactured with sufficiently detailed instructions to ensure proper operation and maintenance and avoid improper stunning procedures 2. Kinetic energy delivered by the stunner must be sufficient to induce immediate unconsciousness, which persists until the animal is rendered permanently insensible for 100% of the animals it will be applied to when properly used 3. Non-penetrative percussive stunners are only permitted for use on poultry, rabbits, hares and ruminants less than 10kg live weight 4. Penetrative stunners for, classes of animals other than veal calves, must have a bolt length of at least 12 cm (4 ¾ in.). The bolt length for beef bulls must be 15 cm (6 in.) 5. Captive bolt equipment must have triggered controlled firing Poultry advance electric or gas stunning technology must: 1. Adhere to the necessary manufacturing processes and certification programs to ensure workplace safety 2. Fulfill all Manitoba and Canadian regulations.

19 Reference materials: Manitoba Animal Care Act: American Meat Institute Recommended Animal handling Guidelines: Temple Grandin Livestock Behavior, Design of Facilities and Human Slaughter: The Humane Slaughter Association: Canadian Food Inspection Agency Species-Specific Stunning Guidelines Red Meat Species: 19

20 20 Biosecurity Processor Program Program Description The biosecurity processor program provides assistance to eligible abattoirs, assembly yards and auction marts for adoption of beneficial practices that mitigate risk factors related to biosecurity through operator training and direct funding for infrastructure improvements or the purchase of capital equipment. Abattoirs must be either provincially permitted or federally registered to be eligible. Assembly yards and auction marts must meet eligibility definitions* and possess a valid Livestock Dealer or Agents License issued by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development. Available Funding: Activity Category Practice Code Category Cap Cost Share Ratio (Gov to Applicant) In-Kind Contribution Maximum In-Kind Claim Value Project Completion Deadline (Months) Biosecurity Processor Program 2700 $50,000 65:35 10% $2, All program capital and implementation costs must be incurred after biosecurity assessment date and receipt of written project approval from MAFRD. All program expenditures, including installation costs, must be directly related to the equipment within the facility and approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD. Eligible Biosecurity Processor Program Expenditures: Practice Code Eligible Expenses 2701 Facility upgrades floors, walls, ramps, docks, pens, alleys constructed of easily washable materials and designed in a fashion to facilitate ease of cleaning 2702 Biosecurity signage 2703 Sanitation equipment - Hot water washers, foamers, driers, boot wash stations, hand wash stations 2704 Scrape out/wash area for vehicles - Concrete pads, washers 2705 Establishment of controlled access system - Separate building entrance, separate access ways to facility 2706 Written biosecurity program, including training materials 2707 Other costs approved in writing, in advance, by MAFRD Notes: In-kind contributions include labour and staff training (at $20 per hour) only. They can only be used to offset your biosecurity processor program cost share percentage (10 per cent). All applicants will be required to complete a biosecurity assessment prior to approval of project. A copy of the assessment report must be submitted along with application for approval. A detailed description of the proposed biosecurity project must be included with the application Your biosecurity processor program project must be completed within 18 months of receipt of the approval letter. In the case of a biosecurity processor program claim, MAFRD may perform an audit of program purchases before or after payment is received. * Definitions: Auction mart: a licensed facility at or on which livestock is sold by public auction, including any buildings, pens, fences, gates, chutes, weigh scales and other equipment situated on the land and used in connection with it, but does not include

21 21 (a) any area of land used solely by the owner or lessee thereof for the purpose of holding a sale of livestock that have been owned by him or her for a period of not less than 30 days immediately preceding the date of the sale, (b) any area of land used solely for the purpose of assembling livestock for shipment, (c) any area of land used solely for the purpose of a sale (i) of livestock held by a livestock association recognized by the director, (ii) of livestock on behalf of members of a 4-H club, or (iii) of livestock in an event sponsored by an agricultural society formed under The Agricultural Societies Act Assembly Yard: any area of land used solely for the purpose of assembling livestock for shipment. Eligibility: In order to be eligible to the program, an assembly yard or auction mart must possess a valid Livestock Dealer or Agents License issued by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development. Abattoirs must be either provincially permitted or federally registered to be eligible. Reference Materials: Canadian Swine Health Board Hog Slaughterhouse Biosecurity - Canadian Swine Health Board Transportation Biosecurity - Canadian Food Inspection Agency - National Biosecurity Standards and Biosecurity Principles -