1. (a) Dislocation of the neck by separating the cervical vertebrae from the base of the skull shall be performed quickly to induce rapid unconsciousness with a minimum of excitement and discomfort to the poultry.
2. (b) Bleeding shall immediately follow cervical dislocation.

Where dislocation of the neck is used as the humane method of slaughter, it shall be subject to the following requirements.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 407 and 19501.5, Food and Agricultural Code. Reference: Sections 19501 and 19501.5, Food and Agricultural Code.

History

1. Renumbering of former section 1245.11 to new section 1246.10, including amendment of Note, filed 3-19-2009; operative 4-18-2009 (Register 2009, No. 12).