The purpose of ante-mortem and post-mortem inspection is to ensure that only meat that is fit for human consumption is placed on the market.

Asylum seekers receive benefits under the Asylum Seekers' Benefits Act (AsylbLG) in the event of illness if they meet the requirements.

With the labeling of beef, a system of traceability for beef was created that applies in addition to the general provisions of food law and food labeling.

The guardianship authorities in the district offices and independent cities are involved in proceedings in which the local court has to decide on the appointment of a guardian as a legal representative.

Among other things, district offices, independent cities and districts offer free advice for people in need of care and their relatives.

Compliance with food law regulations can be achieved by means of mandatory and prohibition orders issued by the food control authorities or by imposing fines and penalties.

The rural districts and independent cities must guarantee hospital care for their citizens.

Pupils (possibly also parents' councils, etc.) are covered by statutory accident insurance under the conditions of the German Social Code Book VII (SGB VII). This does not only apply after an accident has occurred, but also includes accident prevention measures, for example.

Help with running the household mainly includes looking after children and housework if no one else in the household can take on these tasks.