PART VIMEASURES ON CONFIRMATION OF LOW PATHOGENIC AVIAN INFLUENZA
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1
If the Department confirms that low pathogenic avian influenza or low pathogenic avian influenza virus exists on any premises other than a regulated place, it must—
a
apply, by notice served on the occupier of the infected premises, such of the measures in Part I of Schedule 6 as it considers necessary to reduce the risk of the spread of avian influenza; and
b
ensure that a veterinary inquiry continues at the infected premises.
2
If the Department confirms that low pathogenic avian influenza or low pathogenic avian influenza virus exists at a regulated place, it may apply, by notice served on the occupier of that place, such of the measures in Part I of Schedule 6 as it considers necessary to reduce the risk of the spread of avian influenza.
3
The Department shall not grant a licence for any movement otherwise prohibited under Part I of Schedule 6 unless it is satisfied that it would not significantly increase the risk of the spread of low pathogenic avian influenza.
4
When reaching a decision under paragraph (3), the Department must, in particular, take into account the criteria in Part II of Schedule 6.
5
An inspector who knows or suspects that any poultry, other captive bird or any thing on a vehicle is infected or contaminated with low pathogenic avian influenza, may by notice served on the owner or driver of the vehicle or on the occupier of any premises—
a
require the detention at such place as the inspector directs of any vehicle, equipment or other thing suspected of being contaminated; and
b
direct that the vehicle be moved to such premises as the inspector directs.
6
Any expenses arising from the movement or detention of any bird or any thing (including the cost of feeding and watering any bird) must be paid by its owner.