19 Sep 2019 --- In a bid to “modernize swine slaughter inspection,” the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is imposing a new inspection system for pork processing facilities called the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System (NSIS). Under the new system, plant employees in swine slaughter establishments that choose to enter the program will conduct the manual sorting activities of carcasses currently handled by USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) workers before final FSIS inspection. In addition, FSIS is revoking the limitations on line speeds in hog slaughter plants. The new rules have divided opinions in the meat industry, which leaves some critics concerned that the changes could lead to health and safety hazards.
