Animal food products

Description

The principles of traceability, hygiene and processes involved in the production, manufacture, storage and putting into circulation of animal feedstuffs, or foodstuffs of animal origin intended for human and/or animal consumption.

Alternative labels

food intended for animal consumption
foodstuffs of animal origin
animal products and food safety
animal food product
animal feedstuffs

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Animal food products is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

General veterinarian: General veterinarians are professionals with a comprehensive scientific education. They have the authority to carry out, in an independent, ethical and personally responsible capacity, all aspects of veterinary medicine, in the interest of the health and welfare of animals and public health in accordance with national and international legislation. The generalist veterinarian can work with any species, however they may choose to work with a single species or types such as equine, companion or production animals.

Optional knowledge

Animal food products is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Zoology technician: Zoology technicians provide technical assistance in researching and testing animal species using laboratory equipment. They aid in research concerning animals as well as their environments and ecosystems. They collect and analyse data, compile reports and maintain laboratory stock.

 


 

References

  1. Animal food products – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022