Pig Handling SOP
This Pig Handling SOP lays out handling pigs calmly and safely as ordered steps for swine producers and workers. Read it through first, adapt it to your farm, and keep a copy for the crew.
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The steps on this page
- Plan the move before starting
- Check gates and paths first
- Use boards and paddles for sorting
- Move small groups at a walk
- Stay in the pig's field of view
- Avoid shouting or hitting
- Give pigs time to turn
- Watch for tired or injured pigs
- Protect yourself around sows and boars
How to use this guide
Read the steps once through before you start, then keep the page nearby while you work. Use the notes lines to add what your own setup needs.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and OSHA.
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