Shechita (shechitah, shehitah, shehita, shehittah) (Hebrew:שחיטה) is the ritual slaughter of mammals and birds according to Jewish dietary laws.[1] The act is performed by drawing a very sharp knife across the animal's throat and allowing the blood to drain out. Islamic dietary laws require a similar procedure.
The animal must be killed with respect and compassion by a "shochet" (ritual slaughterer), a pious Jew who has in mind the life of the animal as he draws the knife across its neck. The animal can be in a number of positions; when the animal is lying on its back, this is referred to as shechita munachat.
Can Anyone Perform Shechita?
Only a Jew specially trained for shechita - a shochet - can perform shechita. He is required to study for a number of years and is examined, in theory and practice, in the laws of shechita, animal anatomy and pathology. He serves an apprenticeship with an experienced shochet before becoming fully qualified. The position of shochet, as a G-d-fearing person of integrity, is a respected one in the Jewish community.
I post this video illustration of the Afghan Jews who was performing the ritual kosher slaughtering handed down by their forefathers. Not that there is pit ground where the blood is fall to the ground. For More information :- Jewish Dietary law
