in-20220615-IR-345210540FRA: Amends 345 IAC 7-7-2 to authorize the state veterinarian to approve an extension of time or alternate method for animal carcass disposal in response to an animal disease outbreak, weather emergency, or other catastrophic event. Amends 345 IAC 7-7-3 to authorize disposal of animal carcasses and condemned and inedible waste by above ground burial. Adds 345 IAC 7-7-3.4 to relocate and amend burial standards for animal carcasses and condemned and inedible waste. Amends 345 IAC 7-7-3.5 to clarify what constitutes thoroughly and completely composted material. Amends 345 IAC 7-7-3.6 and 345 IAC 7-7-3.7 to clarify what constitutes thoroughly and completely incinerated and digested material. Adds 345 IAC 7-7-3.8 to establish standards for above ground burial of animal carcasses and condemned and inedible waste. Adds 345 IAC 7-7-4.5 to clarify the requirements for commercial carcass and inedible waste disposal facilities. Effective 30 days after filing with the Publisher.
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The regulation allows the state veterinarian to authorize changes to animal carcass disposal methods during emergencies, such as disease outbreaks or severe weather. It also sets new standards for burial, composting, incineration, and commercial disposal of animal carcasses and inedible waste.
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