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What is the recommended width for the loading chute?
What is the recommended width for the loading chute?
- 0.66 m - 0.76 m (correct)
- 0.5 m - 0.6 m
- 0.8 m - 0.9 m
- 1.0 m - 1.2 m
What feature should a loading chute have to allow easier loading of cattle?
What feature should a loading chute have to allow easier loading of cattle?
- Automatic gates
- Self-cleaning mechanism
- Heating system
- Telescoping side panels (correct)
What should be the slope of a permanently installed loading ramp?
What should be the slope of a permanently installed loading ramp?
- 50%
- 20%
- 40%
- 36% (correct)
For portable or adjustable loading chute, what is the maximum allowable slope?
For portable or adjustable loading chute, what is the maximum allowable slope?
What should the step surface of stair-stepped concrete ramps be like?
What should the step surface of stair-stepped concrete ramps be like?
How many footbaths should be provided according to the guidelines?
How many footbaths should be provided according to the guidelines?
What type of chute should be used for animals of varying sizes?
What type of chute should be used for animals of varying sizes?
According to Table 3, what is the width of the working chute with straight sides for animals under 270 kg?
According to Table 3, what is the width of the working chute with straight sides for animals under 270 kg?
What should the sides of the holding chute/squeeze do according to the text?
What should the sides of the holding chute/squeeze do according to the text?
Which dimension should be added to all chutes to accommodate bull or large cattle?
Which dimension should be added to all chutes to accommodate bull or large cattle?
What type of design should a loading chute have according to the text?
What type of design should a loading chute have according to the text?
What is the height of the holding chute/squeeze for animals over 540 kg?
What is the height of the holding chute/squeeze for animals over 540 kg?
What is the minimum space requirement for cattle weighing 270 – 540 kg in the crowding pen?
What is the minimum space requirement for cattle weighing 270 – 540 kg in the crowding pen?
What should be the minimum height of the solid wall in the crowding pen?
What should be the minimum height of the solid wall in the crowding pen?
In the working chute, what is the recommended overall height including the top rail?
In the working chute, what is the recommended overall height including the top rail?
What is the recommended offset angle for a curved working chute?
What is the recommended offset angle for a curved working chute?
Which type of gate should be provided at the entrance and exit of a working chute according to the text?
Which type of gate should be provided at the entrance and exit of a working chute according to the text?
What is the recommended post spacing for a crowding pen?
What is the recommended post spacing for a crowding pen?
