The Avian Influenza and Influenza of Avian Origin in Mammals Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2007

PART III DISINFECTION OF LITTER, MANURE AND SLURRY WHICH MAY BE CONTAMINATED

1.  Manure and used bedding which may be contaminated must be—

(a) steam treated at a temperature of at least 70°C;

(b) destroyed by burning;

(c) buried deep enough to prevent access by wild birds and animals; or

(d) stacked to heat, sprayed with disinfectant and left for at least 42 days.

2.  Slurry which may be contaminated must be stored for at least 60 days after the last addition of infectious material unless, in the case of slurry which has been treated in accordance with the instructions of the Department, a shorter storage period is authorised.

3.  Manure, litter and bedding which may be contaminated may, if licenced by the Department, be moved to—

(a) a treatment plant carrying out procedures for the destruction of avian influenza virus;

(b) storage prior to destruction; or

(c) such other place as the Department may licence.

4.  The transport of such manure, litter or bedding must be in closed, leak-proof vehicles or containers and in accordance with the instructions of an inspector.