October 2024

THE HUMANE HAND:

A resource for developing careful and confident livestock handlers in meat plants.

HHI RECEIVES STUNNING GIFT FROM VALUED SUPPORTER

Denise Perry, Ph.D. (second from right) consultant for the meat industry, meat science professional, and valued animal welfare supporter recently combined career with creative passions to create a beautiful gift for HHI to display in their classroom space.

Perry shared, “I have always been drawn to the front end of the process from animal handling through harvest. The employees have such a critical role in the delicate and stark process of converting muscle to meat. The skill, compassion and empathy required of these employees are often very misunderstood or mischaracterized by the outside world. Because of this, the handlers and slaughter floor employees I have managed over the years were my inspiration for the quote and overall theme of the (stained glass) project. There is a true harmony of contrasts that exist when it comes to humane handling and slaughter.”

“I have always loved art as an enjoyable hobby that allows me to tap into my more creative side,” said Perry. Her interest in glass began after purchasing a 1909 Craftsman-style home that featured a built-in hutch with stained glass. Perry learned the craft by reading, observing and “a whole lot of trial and error.”

The gift to HHI features hybridized stained glass,

a technique Perry has been working with for five years.

TRAINING TIP

Join the HHI team for a live, online discussion of real-life challenges with humane handling and stunning.

Part of the WI-DATCP Bureau of Meat and Poultry Business Office Hours series

When: Friday, Nov. 15, 9-10 a.m. CST

Discussion will include:

Choosing the right stunning tool based on the age and species of animal
The importance and benefits of having a robust humane handling plan
Effective and humane animal restraint
And more, based on audience questions

Join ZoomGov Meeting Here

SLAUGHTER PERSONNEL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Humane Restraint and Stunning

Work alongside experienced and caring experts in a comfortable, judgement-free environment. Come away with sharpened skills, more confidence and a deeper understanding of the "hows" and "whys" of humane handling and stunning.

Upcoming Dates:

Oct. 31- Nov. 1
Nov. 7-8

Build a Robust Systemic Approach to Animal Welfare

Trainees will create a written humane handling program to comply with the Humane Slaughter Act and leave with a complete collection of documents and training materials specific to their slaughter establishment.

Upcoming Dates:

Oct. 24-25

The fee to attend a workshop is $1,000 per trainee. Most qualify for free registration from DATCP and AMSA. No registration fees are paid out of pocket. You simply need to attend and cover your own travel expenses. For out-of-state attendees, Kinder Ground is providing up to $500 in travel reimbursement. Register to confirm if you qualify.

Humane Handling Institute

hhi@uwrf.edu

715-425-4987

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