GAP Beef Cattle Audit Checklist v2 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating Standards for Beef Cattle

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1 Page 1 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 GAP Beef Cattle Audit Checklist v2 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating Standards for Beef Cattle Date of Audit: Auditor: Operation Name: Contact Name: Title / Position: Mailing Address: Phone #: Step Level Aim: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 5+ GAP Operation: all cattle will be GAP rated some cattle will be GAP rated Affiliated Group, if any: Group Representative, if any: Operation Representative(s) Present During the On-Site Audit Name: Name: Title / Position: Title / Position: Operation Description (as observed by the auditor): Cow/Calf Cow/Calf Finisher Backgrounder Feedlot/Finisher Other Were observations of the operation description the same as indicated on the application? YES If NO, please explain: NO

2 Page 2 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Full Physical Address of Each Audited Location: QUESTIONS FOR RANCHER / FARMER / MANAGER / PRODUCER Section 1: Ranch / Farm Plan, Records and Documentation, Training, Biosecurity Are pigs, chickens, or turkeys raised commercially on-site? IF YES, have they been certified to Step 1 or higher? IF NO, what are the plans for Step 1 or higher certification? Are there any domestic animals onsite? IF YES, are there any obvious signs of abuse or neglect? IF YES, do they have: (tick all that apply) food and water on a daily basis comfortable resting area that provides protection from temperature extremes healthy body condition surrounding that don t cause injury veterinary attention when needed freedom of movement and exercise

3 Page 3 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v Does the operation have an animal health plan? Describe the operation s animal health plan Does everyone at the operation know the procedures to follow in the event of an emergency? Are key contacts and emergency contacts posted and/or made available to all employees? Have all care givers and managers received training (i.e., training on operation policies and practices, responsibilities, 5-Step)? If yes, was the training (tick all that apply) written hands-on provided prior to handling cattle provided in all necessary languages Did the training (tick all that apply) include instruction on recognizing normal and abnormal behavior describe all aspects of the employee s responsibilities describe emergency procedures Is ongoing training provided? Does the operation have a biosecurity plan? IF YES, what are the biosecurity procedures for this operation?

4 Page 4 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Section 2: Breeding and Source of Animals 2.1.1, What is the operation s breeding method (tick all that apply) Natural Artificial Insemination Other Does the operation utilize embryo transfer in its breeding program? IF YES, how are the ET cattle from this operation identified and/or segregated from cattle being verified for the GAP program? NOTE: ET calves have to be segregated from GAP eligible calves and records of disposition/sale need to be available to verify they are not marketed as GAP eligible. Are genetically modified or cloned cattle ever 2.1.3, used in the operation? Are cattle selected for their ability to do well in your geographic area? Describe what specific traits are affected by the type of cattle raised in this environment. Are breeds selected to ensure calving ease? Is there a selection for polled genetics? Are cattle sourced from sale or auction barns? IF YES, please indicate which of the following are purchased from sale or auction barns. (tick all that apply) Breeding stock Market Stock Cow/Calf Pairs

5 Page 5 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 If the operation purchases market animals (this also includes calves of pairs if the operation purchases cow/calf pairs) from sale or auction barns, please describe the identification and segregation procedures. **outside market animals purchased through sale or auction barns are not eligible for the GAP program. Section 3: Animal Health Does the operation use antibiotics, ionophores, or sulfa drugs to treat sick or injured cattle? Does the operation have procedures in place for identifying treated cattle separately from natural cattle? Describe how treated animals are identified and marketed & verify if any treated animals are presently onsite. If so, how & when will they be marketed? Does the operation ever use antibiotics, ionophores, HGP s, beta agonists, or sulfas preventatively (such as in feed or water)? **Applies to market & breeding stock Are any medications used off label / extra-label? IF YES, is the off label/extra use at the advice of a veterinarian? IF YES, describe the management practice and observe the vet s protocol (method of usage, duration of administration and withholding time) Are there any expired medication or vaccines onsite? IF YES, were the expired medications or vaccines disposed of during the evaluation?

6 Page 6 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 IF NO, how does the producer intend to dispose of the expired medications or vaccines? 3.2.1, Do ill or injured cattle receive prompt attention? Describe the protocol for treating sick or injured cattle. Does the operation seek veterinary advice when necessary? List the name of the veterinarian used by this operation. Does the operation utilize herbal or homeopathic treatment of animals? IF YES, is veterinary advice sought when these treatments are not successful? How is the decision made to euthanize? What is the method of euthanasia? Who performs euthanasia? Are all persons performing euthanasia trained? 3.3.1, Are cattle below BCS 4 receiving care to bring them back up to condition? Describe care given to animals with BCS of 4 or less. Are cattle with BCS 2 that do not respond to treatment/care euthanized? Do lameness levels ever exceed 2% of the herd at any one time?

7 Page 7 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 How is this monitored? **Describe both ranch procedures as well as the records used to verify this. Verify through the producer s records that the levels have not exceeded 2%. Are there protocols/procedures to follow when lame animals are observed in the herd? Describe procedures for observing, monitoring and treating lame animals , Are animals ever segregated from the herd? IF YES, please indicate instances in which cattle would be segregated from the herd. (tick all that apply) briefly during introduction to the ranch/farm veterinary procedures sick or injured other Is there a sick pen or way to isolate cattle should they become ill or injured? IF YES, does the pen allow animals enough space to move freely, lie down and get up? Section 4: Animal Handling Is electro-immobilization ever used? *Electro-immobilization is the use of electrical current to restrain conscious animals by causing paralysis. Electro-immobilization typically involves placing electrodes at distal ends of an animal s spine, excluding the brain, and produces a conscious rigid paralysis for the length of a procedure.

8 Page 8 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v , , , 4.2.2, Are all squeeze chutes operated so that cattle are not injured or become distressed? When handling cattle is the area free of high pitched noises? Inspect facilities and look for sharp edges, headgates, non-slip flooring, etc. Inspect working order of squeeze chutes. Operate chutes to observe squeeze functions and listen for abnormal noise or high pitched noises. Are ropes used? IF YES, are ropes used by experienced handlers? Are cattle dragged by any part of their body? IF YES, please explain. Are non-ambulatory animals ever dragged? IF YES, please explain. Do care givers / managers know how to properly handle cattle? Are cattle handled calmly? When handling cattle is the area free of high pitched noises? Are cattle moved using points of balance (flight zones)? Are stock dogs ever used to move or handle cattle? IF YES, are stock dogs always under the direct control of the handler? Are electric prods used for handling cattle? IF YES, are electric prods carried continuously by handlers? Describe electric prod use. *if electric prods are observed during facility inspection but answer to this is no, please explain.

9 Page 9 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Section 5: Animal Management 5.1.1, Are cows that are calving checked regularly and assisted when necessary? Describe the calving routine including where cows are located during calving and how often they are checked during calving. Before moving ready-to-calves cows to a new pasture, is the pasture rested (to reduce the risk of illness or infection to new calves)? Describe pasture rotations / movements of ready to calve cows , 5.3.2, If cows calve indoors, are pens cleaned and rebedded prior to introducing ready to calve cows? Note: If cows calve indoors, complete Section 8: Housing Conditions. Are GAP rated cattle being sourced (purchased/custom raised) from additional locations?**see records section for information regarding GAP approval certificates for outside GAP cattle. IF YES, were cattle received with a GAP step rated certificate? IF NO, are the sources in the process of being GAP approved? Does this location source conventional cattle that are not GAP approved? IF YES, indicate procedures for identifying and segregating GAP cattle from non-gap cattle.

10 Page 10 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Is each animal identified with a tag prior to shipping from the source of origin in order to maintain traceability? Describe animal identifiers, including all brands, tags, etc. Are more than 2 tags per animal used in breeding animals or market calves? (Does not include EID/PCT, clip tag or fly tag ) , Are cattle ear-notched? Are cattle wattled? Are cattle branded? Are cattle face branded? Are cattle spayed? If cattle are spayed and a deviation is necessary, please complete this section on the group information page(s) Are horns tipped routinely? Describe tipping protocols Are bullied animals and/or bullers removed from the Group? Section 6: Feed and Water Are cattle able to access drinking water at all times? Is the ration provided able to maintain good body condition in all animals? Is a palatable, fibrous food source, such as grass, hay, haylage or silage continuously available? Are all animals fed in a manner that they can all eat at the same time? Are changes in diet made gradually?

11 Page 11 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Section 7: Range/Pasture and Outdoor Requirements Are cattle on range/pasture for 2/3 of their life while at this location? Are cattle on range/pasture for ¾ of their life while at this location? Do cattle remain on range/pasture continuously? Are cattle removed from range/pasture for finishing? Are cattle removed from range/pasture during extreme weather or when the outdoor environment poses a risk to their welfare? Describe any reasons for which cattle would be removed from range/pastures Is there a plan to deal with extreme weather? Describe plan for dealing with extreme weather Is shade provided for all cattle in outdoor areas? Is shade adequate to accommodate all cattle in outdoor areas simultaneously? List all shade provisions Do cattle have continuous access to a structure or shelter? Is the structure adequate to accommodate all cattle? Describe structures/shelter Are cattle provided with objects on which to groom or scratch? Describe scratching/grooming objects Are all fences, gates, structures, etc. used by cattle maintained to avoid injury?

12 Page 12 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v Are toxic substances stored in a place and manner in which they cannot be accessed by cattle? Is electricity required for delivery of feed/water? IF YES, is there a back-up power supply? Are cattle that are housed able to access the outdoors at all times? For outdoor areas that are accessed from housing, is there a sufficient area for animals to rest and retreat from concrete and mud surfaces? Describe flooring surfaces Do cattle have at least 250 sq ft/24 sq m in dry lots or yards? (Does not include weaning as long as they are not confined in this situation for over 21 days.) Include stocking densities Do cattle in dry lots have a clean, dry lying area? Section 8: Housing Conditions The operation does NOT house cattle Do housed cattle have enough space to lie down and get up simultaneously without bumping or pushing another animal, move freely, exercise, sleep, rest and ruminate undisturbed, groom, play and perform normal social behavior? 8.2.1, 8.2.2, Are housed cattle provided with dry, clean, fresh bedding that is non-toxic (straw, or other nontoxic substance?

13 Page 13 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Is bedding sufficient in quantity to cover the inside laying area completely? Describe bedding Is air quality monitored for housed cattle? Describe how air quality is assessed and what steps are taken if air quality is poor Is the flooring in all housing areas non-slip? Describe flooring For housed cattle, are equipment and facilities maintained to avoid injury to livestock or handlers? Are toxic or hazardous substances stored so that they cannot be accessed by housed cattle? If cattle are housed, is it possible to remove them from housing quickly in the event of an emergency? Describe evacuation plan Is electricity required for ventilation, water, feeding or lighting for housed cattle? IF YES, is there a back-up power supply with power failure alarm? Describe back-up power supply and power failure alarm. Section 9: Insect, Rodent, and Predator Control Are organophosphates used? List products used for fly, insect control. Are rodents excluded from all housing areas? Are rodents excluded from stored feeds?

14 Page 14 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v , 9.2.2, Is there any evidence of rodents accessing stored feed? How are rodents controlled? *Poisons are permitted only after exclusion has failed , 9.3.2, 9.3.3, 9.3.4, Has the operation ever experienced predator problems? IF YES, what species of predators pose a problem for the operation? Describe how predators are managed. Are poisons ever used to control predators? Are any of the following ever used? (tick all that apply) leg-hold traps egg traps conibear traps neck snares glue boards drowning traps other If any of the above are used, please describe usage Are live traps ever used? List species. IF YES, are they monitored every 24 hours? IF YES, are they monitored twice daily? Section 10: Movement and transport of animals NOTE: Transport pertains to transporting animals onto or off the farm. Movement pertains to moving animals within the farm. Do on-farm movements exceed 2 hours?

15 Page 15 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v , IF YES, what is the transport duration for on-farm movements? Are calves moved (on-farm movement) on a vehicle for any reason other than to access range or pasture? , , , , , , , Are trailers used to transport cattle well maintained? Do trailer ramps, if applicable, minimize slipping? Are trailer floors non-slip? Are animals able to stand naturally in the trailers? Are animals able to step into and out of the trailers easily? Are cattle sold through sale or auction barns? *Applicable to step Are cattle slaughtered onsite? *Applicable to step 5-5+ IF YES, how are animals transported to the onsite slaughter facility? Are unhealthy, injured or non-ambulatory animals ever transported off farm? (transport of unhealthy or injured animals to access veterinary treatment is allowed.) , Are pregnant cows transported off the farm/ranch within 12 weeks of expected calving? IF YES, please describe. Are calves ever transported prior to weaning? IF YES, please describe Does transport time (on farm or off farm) ever exceed 25 hours? (total time 1 journey)

16 Page 16 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Does transport time (on farm or off farm) ever exceed 16 hours? (total time 1 journey) Does transport time (on farm or off farm) ever exceed 8 hours? (total time 1 journey) Please describe total transport duration (on farm and off farm transport) Are cattle ever off loaded during transport to allow animals to rest? , Does the trailer have access doors or points for the driver to access cattle if necessary? If hired transportation, does the trucking company have procedures for this? Are animals given access to water until loading begins? Are provisions made for heat and cold stress during transport? Describe provisions Are electric prods used to load/unload cattle? IF YES, are electric prods held continuously by handlers? Describe protocols for electric prod use during loading/unloading. 10.6, , Is a commercial transportation company used to transport GAP animals? IF YES, does the producer have a signed transport acknowledgment from the transportation company? List all transporters

17 Page 17 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v Does the operation transport animals of different species on the same truck? List species IF YES, are animals of different species segregated on the truck? Are horned and non-horned animals ever shipped in the same truck compartment? RECORDS & DOCUMENTATION 1.1.1, Is there a written farm/ ranch plan? Is the farm/ranch plan current? Does the farm/ranch plan cover all relevant areas of the GAP standards? Does the farm/ranch plan reflect actual practices on the farm/ranch? Does the farm plan demonstrate a primary emphasis on animal welfare? Does the farm plan demonstrate good animal husbandry? Are all records and documents available?

18 Page 18 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Are all records and documents organized? Are treatments documented? IF YES, which of the following is included in the documentation? (tick all that apply) date of treatment treatment administered identification of treated animal treatment outcomes Are records of lameness maintained for breeding and market animals? Are records maintained when individual animals are separated from the herd? (such as ill or injured animals) Are records of assisted calvings and caesarians maintained? IF YES, do the records indicate that number of assisted calvings and caesarians exceeded 5% per year? If GAP approved cattle have been received, does the producer have a step rated GAP approval certificate from each source/supplier? Source/Supplier GAP Cert #

19 Page 19 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v Does the producer maintain records of removal from pasture? No Yes Do these records include: (tick all that apply) date of removal from pasture reason for removal from pasture date cattle were given pasture access , , Does the producer maintain records of transport? Which of the following requirements are included in the transport records (tick all that apply) date of shipment number of head shipped loading start time loading end time departure time arrival time reasons for any stops or delays en route If a vehicle is scheduled to pick up cattle from more than one operation, is there separate transport documentation for each operation? Is there a written procedure for transporters (including accident/emergency plans and contacts)?

20 Page 20 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 CALVING GROUP INFORMATION Indicate type of records Group Records Individual Records No Records Year/Calving Season First calf DOB Last calf DOB Total # Hd Date(s) Year/Calving Season First calf DOB Last calf DOB Total # Hd Year/Calving Season First calf DOB Last calf DOB Total # Hd Castration Castration Castration Date(s) Date(s) Number of hd Number of hd Number of hd Method Ave Age # /% over 3 mos #/% over 6 mos Method Ave Age # /% over 3 mos #/% over 6 mos Method Ave Age # /% over 3 mos #/% over 6 mos Reason for deviation of corrective action: Reason for deviation of corrective action: Reason for deviation of corrective action:

21 Page 21 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Date(s) Disbudding N/A Disbudding N/A Disbudding N/A Date(s) Date(s) Number of hd Method Number of hd Method Number of hd Method Ave Age #/% over 6 wks Age of oldest calf Ave Age #/% over 6 wks Age of oldest calf Ave Age #/% over 6 wks Age of oldest calf Reason for deviation or corrective action: Reason for deviation or corrective action: Reason for deviation or corrective action: Dehorning N/A De-horning = removal of the horn that extends into living tissue in the core of the horn # Hd dehorned Performed by Veterinarian Ranch Personnel Ave age Method Dehorning N/A De-horning = removal of the horn that extends into living tissue in the core of the horn # Hd dehorned Performed by Veterinarian Ranch Personnel Ave age Method Dehorning N/A De-horning = removal of the horn that extends into living tissue in the core of the horn # Hd dehorned Performed by Veterinarian Ranch Personnel Ave age Method

22 Page 22 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Corrective action: Corrective action: Corrective action: Spaying N/A Spaying N/A Spaying N/A # Hd spayed Performed by Veterinarian Ranch Personnel Ave age Method Vaginal Flank How marketed # Hd spayed Performed by Veterinarian Ranch Personnel Ave age Method Vaginal Flank How marketed # Hd spayed Performed by Veterinarian Ranch Personnel Ave age Method Vaginal Flank How marketed Reason for deviation or corrective action: Reason for deviation or corrective action: Reason for deviation or corrective action: Weaning Weaning Weaning Date(s) Date(s) Date(s)

23 Page 23 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Number Hd Ave Age #/% less than 6 mos Number Hd Ave Age #/% less than 6 mos Number Hd Ave Age #/% less than 6 mos Deviation or corrective action: Deviation or corrective action: Deviation or corrective action: Are calves fenceline or two-stage weaned? Yes No Additional Notes and Comments Are calves fenceline or two-stage weaned? Yes No Are calves fenceline or two-stage weaned? Yes No

24 Page 24 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 FACILITIES INSPECTION Are any of the following present? YES NO COMMENTS: List expired products: Expired medications (3.1.5) Toxic substances that may contaminate cattle (7.2.6) Where are toxic substances stored? Ropes (4.1.3) If ropes are observed, verify responses to on checklist Electric prods (4.3.1 & ) If electric prods are observed, verify responses to & on checklist Stock dog(s) (4.2.5) If dogs are observed, verify responses to on checklist Feed: Is there evidence of moldy feed? (6.3.1) Is there evidence of rodents in the feed? (6.3.2) Are any foreign objects in the feed? (6.3.3) Are feeders clean or free of old feed? (6.3.3)

25 Page 25 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Do feed tags indicate feed is free of antibiotics, ionophores, supplemental growth hormones, animal byproducts* (6.4.1) * Excludes milk products List Feeds: Additional Notes/Comments/Observations

26 Page 26 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Inspect the following facilities and check for anything that could contaminate cattle (weed killer, poison, etc.), flooring, gates to easily open, sharp protrusions, shadows, etc. Describe what you see. Chute: (Operate the head/tail gates and squeeze) Crowd pen Alleys Working pens and/or traps Shipping areas Indoor Housing - Are cattle that are housed able to access the outdoors at all times? Trailers

27 Page 27 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 HERD EVALUATION Observe three groups of cattle representative to the size and scope of the operation. Description Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Total # animals Stage of production Age of animals Animal Gender (Heifers, Steers, Cows, Cows & Calves or Bulls) Pen/Pasture location Time of evaluation Temperature HEALTH ASSESSMENT Symptom Group 1 (record # animals observed) Group 2 (record # animals observed) Group 3 (record # animals observed) No problems observed Sunken eyes

28 Page 28 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 Deep coughing Drooping head & ears Excessive nasal/eye discharge Labored breathing Lagging behind the group Reluctance to get up Diarrhea/loose stools Eye injuries Cuts/abrasions Penis injuries Biting insect damage Supplemental Feed Identification Description (i.e., brand, tag, etc.) Comments & Observations:

29 Page 29 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 BODY CONDITION SCORE Body Condition Score* Guide Group 1 (record # animals observed) Group 2 (record # animals observed) Group 3 (record # animals observed)

30 Page 30 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v Provide notes of steps being taken to improve body condition score of cattle rated with a BCS of 1-3 (Include notes of additional feed, water & supplements observed as well as any other observations of measures

31 Page 31 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 HOOF & LEG SOUNDNESS Observation* Group 1 (record # animals observed) Group 2 (record # animals observed) Group 3 (record # animals observed) No hoof or leg issues Swelling around hooves or joints Overgrown hooves Hoof cracks (vertical or horizontal) Reluctance to move or bear weight when walking Frequent weight shifting Standing on step edges to avoid weight bearing on part of hoof Rapid stepping off one hoof to minimize weight-bearing Hoof pointing in/out (rotated) Comments:

32 Page 32 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 GROUP DYNAMICS Observation Group 1 (record # animals observed) Group 2 (record # animals observed) Group 3 (record # animals observed) Feeding/Grazing Drinking Lying/Resting Standing (not feeding, drinking, mounting or fighting) Excessive mounting Excessive fighting (butts to head or flank) Other Pasture or Pen Space/animal Bunk Space/animal Excessive mounting/fighting is more likely to be seen in corrals or pens where competition over resources (feed and water) is more likely to occur. Note: each behavior should be considered mutually exclusive for example, an animal that is feeding/grazing should not also be scored as an animal that is standing. The total number observed for these characteristics should not be more than the number in the group. Comments & Observations:

33 Page 33 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 VEGETATIVE COVER NA Observe for locations where cattle are on pasture during the evaluation or mark NA. Pick 3 random places in the area occupied by each group. Observe an area approximately 3ft by 3ft. Note areas of concentrated use or erosion. Forage Type Examples: dryland planted pasture (e.g. wheat, barley); irrigated planted pastures; native grasses; managed rangeland (e.g.blm,crp); woodlands; harvested crops (e.g.corn stalks). Group 1 Total Acres Forage Type Ave Stocking Rate (hd/acre) Stocking Rate (light, moderate, heavy) Group 2 Total Acres Forage Type Ave Stocking Rate (hd/acre) Stocking Rate (light, moderate, heavy) Group 3 Total Acres Forage Type Ave Stocking Rate (hd/acre) Stocking Rate (light, moderate, heavy) Sample 1 Areas of concentrated use/erosion Sample 2 Areas of concentrated use/erosion Sample 3 Areas of concentrated use/erosion Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Plant Density: Plant Density: Plant Density: < 50% coverage < 50% coverage < 50% coverage 50-75% coverage 50-75% coverage 50-75% coverage 75-90% coverage 75-90% coverage 75-90% coverage % coverage % coverage % coverage Coverage height: Coverage height: Coverage height: Plant Density: Plant Density: Plant Density: < 50% coverage < 50% coverage < 50% coverage 50-75% coverage 50-75% coverage 50-75% coverage 75-90% coverage 75-90% coverage 75-90% coverage % coverage % coverage % coverage Coverage height: Coverage height: Coverage height: Plant Density: Plant Density: Plant Density: < 50% coverage < 50% coverage < 50% coverage 50-75% coverage 50-75% coverage 50-75% coverage 75-90% coverage 75-90% coverage 75-90% coverage % coverage % coverage % coverage Coverage height: Coverage height: Coverage height:

34 Page 34 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 CLEANLINESS SCORE Mud Score Group 1 (# animals observed) Group 2 (# animals observed) Group 3 (# animals observed) 1 clean with little soiling on hooves/fetlocks 2 fecal/dirt clumps on legs above fetlocks 3 fecal/dirt clumps on legs and belly 4 fecal/dirt clumps on legs, sides and belly Recent Weather conditions

35 Page 35 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 HEAT STRESS & Panting Score* Group 1 (# animals observed) Group 2 (# animals observed) Group 3 (# animals observed)

36 Page 36 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 COLD STRESS & Observation Seeking shelter or under shelter Group 1 (# animals observed) Group 2 (# animals observed) Group 3 (# animals observed) Huddling Shivering What are the procedures for heat and/or cold stress

37 Page 37 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 FLOORING SUITABILITY NA Observe for locations that confine animals or with cattle in housing situations during the evaluation or mark NA. Slip: When a portion of the leg other than the foot touches the ground, or a foot loses contact with the ground in a non-walking manner. Fall: When an animal loses an upright position suddenly in which a part of the body other than the limbs touches the ground. Observation Group 1 (# animals observed) Group 2 (# animals observed) Group 3 (# animals observed) No slipping/falling Fell Slipped Type of flooring Indicate % slats or solid For slats - solid:void ratio Material - concrete, wood, dirt, etc Additional Notes:

38 Page 38 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 SECTION DISCUSSION ITEMS / STANDARD NUMBERS NOTES FROM DISCUSSION Section 1 Ranch/Farm Plan and Documentation Section 2 Breeding & Source of Animals Section 3 Animal Health Section 4 Animal Handling Section 5 Animal Management Section 6 Feed & Water

39 Page 39 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 SECTION DISCUSSION ITEMS / STANDARD NUMBERS NOTES FROM DISCUSSION Section 7 Range/Pasture and Outdoor Requirements Section 8 Housing Conditions Section 9 Insect, Rodent and Predator Control Section 10 Movement and Transport of Animals GENERAL COMMENTS FROM THE AUDITOR

40 Page 40 of 40 GAP Animal Welfare Rating Checklist for Beef Cattle GAPAUD500v2.1 GENERAL COMMENTS FROM THE PRODUCER OR REPRESENTATIVE(S) By signing below, I agree that this is a fair and accurate record of the exit interview. Operation Representative: Title / Position: Operation / Company: Signature: Date: Auditor: Certification Company: Signature: Date: IMI Global, Inc.