Operations and waste management of slaughterhouses in the Province of Laguna
Issue Date
12-2008
Abstract
This study was done to provide an overview of environmental and public health concerns in relation to the operations and waste management practices of slaughterhouses in the Laguna Province. An interview with slaughterhouses masters, meat inspectors or pollution officers in each slaughterhouses was accomplished using a standard survey form. Results revealed that only four (36.4%) of the eleven slaughterhouses in the province were accredited with the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS), which implies that the majority of the slaughterhouses in Laguna do not comply with the set standards for abattoir operations. Moreover, the non-accredited establishments operate with substandard and outdated facilities and equipment. Wastewater treatment was absent in four (4) slaughterhouses. Notwithstanding the presence of wastewater lagoons in some establishments, further treatment of the effluent was found to be lacking. Solid wastes were not utilized into useful by-products. The generated waste water does not undergo treatment and purification prior to its disposal into the environment. The study shows the need for compliance with the set standards for operation by the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) as well as strict implementation of the waste management programs in these establishment in order to provide wholesome and safe products for consumers in an environmentally acceptable manner.
Source or Periodical Title
Journal of Environmental Science and Management
ISSN
0119-1144
Volume
11
Issue
2
Page
32-41
Document Type
Article
Frequency
semi-annually
Physical Description
tables
Language
English
Recommended Citation
Maranan, Rojie Faith R.; Paraso, Michelle Grace V.; Alcantara, Antonio J.; Espaldon, Ma. Victoria O.; Alaira, Sofia A.; Sevilla, Cesar C.; and Valdez, Conrado A., "Operations and waste management of slaughterhouses in the Province of Laguna" (2008). Journal Article. 4238.
https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/journal-articles/4238