Mandatory courses for employees in Danish pig herds
Hygiene course
This course mainly focuses on infection route of pathogens from farm to society. The course is mandatory for all employees who work with pigs in Denmark and must be completed during the first thirty days of employment.
Handling of veterinary medicines
Kursus i anvendelse af lægemidler til produktionsdyr – Fødevarestyrelsen (foedevarestyrelsen.dk)
The farm manager and employees who administer medication to farm animals must complete a mandatory course about handling of medicine. The course is held by the different danish veterinary practices.
Local anesthetic prior to castration
Kastration – Fødevarestyrelsen (foedevarestyrelsen.dk)
The farm manager and employees must complete a course in administration of local anesthetics if they wish to castrate male piglets. The course is held by the different danish veterinary practices.