S.L. 437.72 Art. 26Provisions applicable to official sampling for purpose of analysis.

(1) Where products are sampled for the purpose of analysis, the Veterinary Services shall adopt the provisions necessary -

(a) to ensure that those subject to checks are entitled to a second opinion,

(b) to ensure that officially sealed reference samples are preserved.

(2) The Veterinary Services shall draw up a list of laboratories responsible for carrying out analyses, and shall ensure that such laboratories are designated on account of their capabilities.

(3) Sampling and analysis are carried out in accordance with European Community rules.

(4) In the absence of European Community rules and methods, the Veterinary Services shall take all necessary steps to satisfy itself that inspections are carried out -

(a) in accordance with standards recognised by international bodies;

(b) in the absence of such standards, in accordance with scientifically recognised rules which comply with the general principles of the agreement with Member States.

(5) Detailed rules for the application of this rule may be adopted in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 23 of European Union Council Directive 95/53/EC.