Animal Welfare (Cattle) Regulations 2023
10Use of devices
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10 Use of devices
(1) In this regulation –
electric prodder means a handheld device used to deliver an electric shock.
(2) A person must not use an electric prodder –
(a) on the genital, anal or udder areas of cattle; or
(b) on cattle that are unable to move away; or
(c) in an unreasonable manner; or
(d) unless there is a risk of harm to a person or animal, on –
(i) the facial areas of cattle; or
(ii) calves less than 3 months of age.
Penalty: In the case of –
(a) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding 100 penalty units; and
(b) an individual, a fine not exceeding 50 penalty units.