All animals that show a positive reaction to a Tb test will be tagged with an official AHB orange reactor ear tag. Depending on policies for the herd or area, the animals will either be directed to slaughter, or be eligible for re-testing.

Reactor-tagged animals, including those being sent to slaughter, must remain on the farm until a permit to move is issued. Reactor tags must remain in the animals until they are slaughtered or cleared on a re-test.

When cattle are directed to slaughter, the AHB will make arrangements for transport and slaughter. Owners will be paid compensation according to current policy (65% of the fair market value of the animal).

When deer are directed to slaughter, owners must make their own arrangements for transport and slaughter at a licensed slaughter premises. Owners will not be paid compensation, in line with policies adopted by the deer farming industry.