32.3.1002    HANDLING OF CARCASSES AND CARCASS PARTS OF ANTHRAX INFECTED ANIMALS

(1) The carcasses of animals which have died of anthrax may not be skinned or opened, except when considered necessary by a deputy state veterinarian in order to make a definite diagnosis.

(2) Carcasses and hides of animals that have died of anthrax must be completely burned, covered with a disinfectant approved by the state veterinarian, and buried 6 feet deep from the tip of the carcass, or sterilized in a licensed rendering plant under the immediate supervision of a deputy state veterinarian.

(3) If it is necessary to move the carcass of an animal that has died of anthrax:

(a) The carcass must only be moved the minimum distance necessary for burning or burial; or

(b) Carcasses may be moved in an approved licensed rendering plant truck by written permission from and under the supervision of a deputy state veterinarian.

History: 81-2-102, 81-2-103, MCA; IMP, 81-2-102, 81-2-103, 81-2-108, MCA; Eff. 12/31/72; AMD, 2014 MAR p. 2955, Eff. 12/12/14.