A kosher meat processing plant is a facility that prepares meat according to Jewish dietary laws, known as kashrut. These laws dictate specific methods for slaughtering animals, ensuring they are healthy and treated humanely. The process includes a ritual slaughter called shechita, performed by a trained individual known as a shochet. In addition to the slaughtering process, a kosher meat processing plant must adhere to strict cleanliness and separation rules. Equipment and utensils used for kosher meat must not come into contact with non-kosher items. This ensures that the meat remains compliant with kashrut standards for those who observe these dietary laws.