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==Proper Conduct of a Shochet== | ==Proper Conduct of a Shochet== | ||
# A shochet or bodek should never become intoxicated.<ref>Simla Chadasha 1:7</ref> | # A shochet or bodek should never become intoxicated.<ref>Simla Chadasha 1:7</ref> | ||
# To avoid forgetting, he must review the laws of shechitah constantly, preferably once every | # To avoid forgetting, he must review the laws of shechitah constantly, preferably once every thirty days. This is usually written in his kabbalah certification.<ref>Simla Chadasha 1:7</ref> | ||
# A shochet who does not conduct himself in a manner befitting someone of such serious responsibility is essentially feeding Nevelot and Terefot to the Jewish people, will receive a fairly excruciating punishment in the next world, and will not be afforded the opportunity to repent.<ref>Simla Chadasha 1:7</ref> | # A shochet who does not conduct himself in a manner befitting someone of such serious responsibility is essentially feeding Nevelot and Terefot to the Jewish people, will receive a fairly excruciating punishment in the next world, and will not be afforded the opportunity to repent.<ref>Simla Chadasha 1:7</ref> | ||
# The local rabbinic authorities should regularly check that the already certified shochetim are continuing to conduct themselves properly and review the laws and are using kosher knives. If they find that not to be the case, the certification should be removed.<ref>Simla Chadasha 1:7</ref> | # The local rabbinic authorities should regularly check that the already certified shochetim are continuing to conduct themselves properly and review the laws and are using kosher knives. If they find that not to be the case, the certification should be removed.<ref>Simla Chadasha 1:7</ref> | ||
