3 Del. Admin. Code § 303-3.0 - Definitions
The following words and terms, when used in this regulation, have the following meaning:
"Accredited veterinarian" means a Category 2 USDA-accredited veterinarian has completed formal training from the National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) in the state or states in which they are licensed to practice medicine.
"Approved" means acceptable to the Department based on a determination of conformity with principles, practices, and generally recognized standards that protect public health.
"Approved sampler" means an individual who has met criteria established by the Department for the sampling of raw milk.
"Dairy" or "dairy farm" means a place or premise where 1 or more cows or other lactating hooved mammals are kept and a part or all the milk from which is sold or delivered to any person.
"Department" means the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
"Imminent health hazard" means a significant threat or danger to health that is considered to exist when there is evidence sufficient to show that a product, practice, circumstance, or event creates a situation that requires immediate correction or cessation of operation to prevent injury based on the number of potential injuries and the nature, severity, and duration of the anticipated injuries.
"Milk-derived product" means a product other than liquid raw milk made with or containing raw milk, as defined in these regulations, including liquid raw milk that has had flavorings or other ingredients added.
"Milk Choice Act" means 3 Del C. Ch. 31 Subchapter VI.
"Permit holder" means individual or entity that is legally responsible for the operation of the dairy farm.
"Raw milk" means fresh milk that is unprocessed, unpasteurized, and unhomogenized, and that is derived from a cow, sheep, or goat.
"Secretary" means the Secretary of the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
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