FSIS Guideline to Control Salmonella in Swine Slaughter and Pork Processing Establishments
Replaces: FSIS-GD-2012-0023
This guideline contains information and recommendations for pork producers to control Salmonella in market hogs from pre-harvest through slaughter. In particular, the guideline covers: Pre-harvest controls, including farm rearing, multi-hurdle interventions, transport, and lairage; Slaughter controls; and Pork fabrication controls, including processing, packaging, and distribution controls for pork cuts and comminuted pork products. This guideline relates to FSIS regulations in 9 CFR parts 310, 313, 416, and 417.
Disclaimer: The contents of this guidance document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.