P-29, r. 1 - Regulation respecting food

Section 6.4.3.3 Disposition versions

2012-09-01

6.4.3.3. Bleeding and plucking: Bleeding, scalding and plucking of poultry must be carried out in the slaughter room.

Such operations must be carried out in conformity with the following prescriptions:

(a)  the poultry must be placed on the conveyor or overhead rail, immobilized, rendered unconscious and bled in compliance with section 6.4.2.2;

(b)  bleeding must be complete;

(c)  plucking must not damage the carcass or affect its preservation;

(d)  carcasses and offal must not be deposited on the floor.

R.R.Q., 1981, c. P-29, r. 1, s. 6.4.3.3; O.C. 725-94, s. 36.