A record is kept of each person’s responsibility in the feedlot, and what procedures they perform (e.g. job description).

A written program is developed that describes all practices and procedures in the feedlot, including those related to animals, feed/feeding, health/pharmaceuticals, facilities, equipment maintenance, sanitation, manure management, pest control, and personnel. This program should include some kind of production documentation or records for monitoring and verifying processes and personnel, and a written action plan to deal with problems, including customer complaints. Refer to Recommended Operating Procedures for Feedlot Animal Health for more details.

Staff are instructed to sign off on tasks and all records.

A training program is in place for staff, including permanent and temporary staff, on their respective duties to avoid cattle and worker safety problems. The program is updated regularly as new information becomes available.