# Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2004 laying down specific hygiene rules for food of animal origin, Division 2

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

The trained person must carry out an examination of the body, and of any viscera removed, to identify any characteristics that may indicate that the meat presents a health risk. The examination must take place as soon as possible after killing.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eur/2004/853/annex/III/section/IV/chapter/II/division/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2004-853/annex-III/section-IV/chapter-II/division-2
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