As part of the applied scientific activities carried out by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Karbala to develop the skills of its students, the Veterinary Public Health Branch, in collaboration with the Sustainable Development Unit organised a scientific field visit to the Karbala Model Slaughterhouse for red meat with the participation of fifth-year students and postgraduate students under the direct supervision and guidance of the Dean of the Faculty Assistant Professor Dr. Mohammed Asaad Al-Kaabi.
The visit aimed to reinforce the concepts of food safety and public health by introducing students to the scientific methods used in slaughtering and meat processing in accordance with health and environmental standards, in addition to following up on the approved veterinary procedures to ensure the meat is fit for human consumption.
The programme included an overview of the stages of veterinary inspection before and after slaughter, cooling, transport and storage mechanisms as well as modern methods of safe disposal of animal waste to reduce environmental pollution and preserve public health.
During the visit, the faculty members highlighted the important professional and supervisory role of veterinarians in food control and the prevention of the transmission of common diseases emphasising that this type of field training contributes to honing students’ skills and enhancing their readiness for future field work.
This visit is part of the faculty’s vision to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 3 on good health and well-being and Goal 13 on climate action and environmental conservation by raising awareness of the importance of food safety and reducing contaminants in the food chain.
The visit concluded with the students expressing their appreciation to the slaughterhouse management for their cooperation and hospitality emphasising that such activities represent a valuable practical experience that enhances the integration of theory and practice and contributes to the preparation of qualified veterinary cadres to serve the community and protect public health.
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