College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and BioSecurity (CoVAB)

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    Assessment of the knowledge, attitudes and practices of animal handlers on the pre-slaughter welfare of sheep and goats in selected abattoirs in Kampala
    (Makerere University, 2021) Tumusiime, Joseph
    Sheep and goats suffer various welfare stresses during the time they spend at abattoirs before they can be slaughtered. This study aimed to assess animal handlers in two abattoirs in Kampala for their knowledge, attitudes and practices on the pre-slaughter welfare of sheep and goats. These animal handlers included traders, transporters and caretakers in Kalerwe Slaughterhouse and Kampala City abattoir. This was a cross-sectional study and obtained responses using a pre-tested structured questionnaire. 72 respondents took part in this study and were selected randomly from the two abattoirs. The questionnaire had four sections; the first section assessed the socio-demographic characteristics of the participants. The second and third sections aimed at evaluating animal welfare knowledge and attitudes respectively. Results were transferred from the questionnaire to Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet. The data was then exported to Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software for analysis. Majority of the respondents agreed that sheep and goats have feelings (40.28%), followed by 34.72% who strongly agreed, and they also agreed that they suffer from pain when grossly mishandled (48.6%) followed by 25% who strongly agreed. However, majority of the respondents (40.28%) weren’t sure about the effect of pre-slaughter stress on meat quality. In addition, majority of the respondents (50%) weren’t sure whether there were any benefits to the consumer if they had meat from sheep and goat accorded good pre-slaughter welfare, and an additional 18% disagreed. Majority of the respondents disagreed with the statement that sheep and goats shouldn’t be transported for more than 12 hours continuously. Generally, the responses to the rest of the attitude questions were good and indicated good attitudes towards the pre-slaughter welfare of sheep and goats. Majority of the respondents (44.44%) agreed that it was good to feed and water sheep and goats kept alive at the abattoir beyond 12 hours, and to clean their environment for their comfort. However apart from these responses, the rest of the questions were poorly answered indicating poor welfare practices by these respondents. In this study, generally, the respondents demonstrated a good level of knowledge on the pre-slaughter welfare of sheep and goats, and good attitudes but poor practices. Level of education, religion and age were found not to be significant influencers of the respondents’ attitudes. Sensitization campaigns, improved supervision of animal handlers by veterinarians, health inspectors and police, and more research on the subject are suggested recommendations.
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    Ergonomic hazards faced by Kalerwe abattoir workers
    (Makerere university, 2022-04-01) Kirabo, Martha
    Ergonomic hazards are very common among abattoir workers though the workers don't recognize them as a risk to their lives and health. Every day the abattoir workers lives are put at risk as they use the different equipment and as they are in the abattoir facilities. The study set up to determine the facility and equipment ergonomic hazards affecting the Kalerwe abattoir workers. Data was collected from 238 abattoir workers at Kalerwe using a survey questionnaire. The data was analyzed using SPSS version 20. Data was evaluated using chisquare test at 0.05 level of significance. The study showed a significant relationship between the work at the abattoir being physical and the possibility of getting an injury (ꭓ2=60.8, p<0.05), a significant relationship between kind of equipment used at the abattoir and the possibility of getting an injury at the abattoir (ꭓ2=20.2, p<0.05). The study showed that equipment ergonomic hazards are mostly experienced by workers involved in slaughtering of the animals, dressing and cleaning of the abattoir facility whereby different sharp tools are used such as pangas, axes, and knives that render workers vulnerable to accidents such as cuts, and fractures. The study recommended that abattoir workers require special training on how to use some tools used in the meat business since most of these tools are the major causes of facility and equipment ergonomic hazards affecting the Kalerwe abattoir workers.
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    Knowledge, attitude and practices of abattoir workers towards waste management in Wambizzi and Kalerwe abattoirs
    (Makerere University, 2024-09) Sserubula, John Paul
    Despite the fact that operating an abattoir can be very beneficial to humans by generating meat for consumption and other important byproducts, the wastes generated by these facilities can nevertheless constitute a major threat to public health. Effective management of abattoir waste is crucial for environmental protection and public health. This study evaluated the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of abattoir workers regarding waste management at Wambizzi and Kalerwe abattoirs in Kampala, Uganda. The research employed a cross-sectional design using both qualitative and quantitative methods to gather data from 250 workers. Data collection involved questionnaires, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and observation checklists. Stratified random sampling was used to select respondents from different departments, with a sample size determined using Yamane's formula. Ethical approval was obtained from relevant authorities, and data collection was conducted with stringent quality control measures. The study found that 71.6% of workers had good knowledge of abattoir waste management, though gaps in waste sorting were identified. Positive attitudes towards waste management were observed in 71.2% of workers. However, challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, poor abattoir design, and inconsistent waste collection were prevalent. Despite these challenges, workers demonstrated good practices, with 50.4% exhibiting effective waste management practices. The study highlights the need for improved waste sorting knowledge, enhanced infrastructure, and better logistical support. Future research should explore the impact of the long-term benefits of infrastructure improvements on waste management efficiency. These findings underscore the importance of addressing both knowledge and practical challenges to achieve sustainable waste management in abattoirs.
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    Knowledge, attitude and practices of abattoir workers towards waste management in Wambizzi and Kalerwe abattoirs
    (Makerere University, 2024) Sserubula, John Paul
    Despite the fact that operating an abattoir can be very beneficial to humans by generating meat for consumption and other important byproducts, the wastes generated by these facilities can nevertheless constitute a major threat to public health. Effective management of abattoir waste is crucial for environmental protection and public health. This study evaluated the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of abattoir workers regarding waste management at Wambizzi and Kalerwe abattoirs in Kampala, Uganda. The research employed a cross-sectional design using both qualitative and quantitative methods to gather data from 250 workers. Data collection involved questionnaires, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and observation checklists. Stratified random sampling was used to select respondents from different departments, with a sample size determined using Yamane's formula. Ethical approval was obtained from relevant authorities, and data collection was conducted with stringent quality control measures. The study found that 71.6% of workers had good knowledge of abattoir waste management, though gaps in waste sorting were identified. Positive attitudes towards waste management were observed in 71.2% of workers. However, challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, poor abattoir design, and inconsistent waste collection were prevalent. Despite these challenges, workers demonstrated good practices, with 50.4% exhibiting effective waste management practices. The study highlights the need for improved waste sorting knowledge, enhanced infrastructure, and better logistical support. Future research should explore the impact of the long-term benefits of infrastructure improvements on waste management efficiency. These findings underscore the importance of addressing both knowledge and practical challenges to achieve sustainable waste management in abattoirs