The Genetically Modified Organisms (Deliberate Release) (Scotland) Regulations 2002 No. 541

SCHEDULE 3 S INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN APPLICATIONS FOR CONSENT TO RELEASE OR MARKET ORGANISMS OTHER THAN GENETICALLY MODIFIED HIGHER PLANTS

PART V S INFORMATION ON MONITORING, CONTROL, WASTE TREATMENT AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS

Monitoring techniques S

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73.  Methods for tracing the genetically modified organisms and for monitoring their effects. S

74.  Specificity (to identify the genetically modified organisms, and to distinguish them from the donor, recipient or, where appropriate, the parental organisms), sensitivity and reliability of the monitoring techniques. S

75.  Techniques for detecting transfer of the donated genetic material to other organisms. S

76.  Duration and frequency of the monitoring. S

Control of the release S

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77.  Methods and procedures to avoid and/or minimise the spread of the genetically modified organisms beyond the site of release or the designated area for use. S

78.  Methods and procedures to protect the site from intrusion by unauthorised individuals. S

79.  Methods and procedures to prevent other organisms from entering the site. S

Waste treatment S

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80.  Type of waste generated. S

81.  Expected amount of waste. S

82.  Description of treatment envisaged. S

Emergency response plans S

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83.  Methods and procedures for controlling the genetically modified organisms in case of unexpected spread. S

84.  Methods, such as eradication of the genetically modified organisms, for decontamination of the areas affected. S

85.  Methods for disposal or sanitation of plants, animals, soils, and any other thing exposed during or after the spread. S

86.  Methods for the isolation of the area affected by the spread. S

87.  Plans for protecting human health and the environment in case of the occurrence of an undesirable effect. S