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Part 3 · Prevention of Spread of Disease

26. Disinfection or destruction of articles

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(1)

An authorised officer may give written directions for the disinfection or destruction of any bedding, clothing, harness, fitting, buckets, pails or utensils whatsoever used in connection with any infected animal or bird.

(2)

No compensation is payable in respect of any bedding, clothing, harness, fitting, buckets, pails or utensils destroyed under subsection (1).

(3)

Any person who, without lawful excuse, fails to comply with any written direction given to the person under subsection (1) shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $5,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months or to both.

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Part 4

Animal Welfare and Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Part 5

Control of Livestock

Part 6

Enforcement Powers

Part 7

Licensing of Veterinary Centre, Veterinary Biologics and Keeping, Breeding, Etc., of Animal or Bird

Part 8

Quarantine

Part 9

Offences and Penalties

Part 10

Miscellaneous Provisions