Veterinary Services Memorandum No 540.6 Subject: Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication Performance Awards Program To: VS Management Team (VSMT) Director, VS I. Purpose

摘要

A. Revise and update the special performance awards program for bovine tuberculosis (TB) eradication. B. Authorize issuance of awards to Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) food inspectors and Public Health Veterinarians (PHV) assigned to federally inspected cattle, bison, and cervid slaughtering establishments for their significant contributions to the eradication of TB in cattle, bison, and cervids. C. Provide policies and procedures for nominating, selecting, and rewarding such employees under this program. D. Describe the types of awards to be given. II. Background: Instructions for the Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication Performance Awards Program were previously outlined in the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Directive 540.6, June 18, 1996. Recommendation for a cash award under the Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication Program is a part of the Comprehensive Strategic Plan for the Eradication of Bovine Tuberculosis, dated October 2000.