South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-43 - STANDARDS FOR THE PERMITTING OF AGRICULTURAL ANIMAL FACILITIES
Part 400 - MANURE BROKER/LAND APPLIER OPERATIONS
Section 61-43.400.90 - Vector Control Requirements
Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-43.400.90
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024
A. A Vector Abatement Plan shall be developed for the dry animal manure and other animal by-products storage or treatment facility or land application areas (if applicable). The Vector Abatement Plan shall, at a minimum, consist of the following:
1. Normal management practices used at the
dry animal manure and other animal by-products storage or treatment facility to
ensure there is no accumulation of organic or inorganic materials to the extent
and in such a manner as to create a harborage for rodents or other vectors that
may be dangerous to public health.
2. A list of specific actions to be taken by
the broker/land applier if vectors are identified as a problem at the dry
animal manure and other animal by-products storage or treatment facility or
land application site. These actions should be listed for each vector problem,
e.g., actions to be taken for fly problems, actions to be taken for rodent
problems, etc.
3. If the broker is
not performing land application, but is only transferring the manure to a
person who is accepting responsibility for handling the manure in accordance
with this regulation, the person accepting the manure shall be responsible for
correcting any nuisance problems resulting from the land application of
manure.
B. No broker/land applier may cause, allow, or permit vectors to breed or accumulate in quantities that result in a nuisance level, as determined by the Department.
C. For an existing broker/land applier, if the Department determines a vector problem exists, the Department may require these abatement or control practices, including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Remove and
properly dispose of vector infested materials;
2. Methods in handling and storage of
materials that minimize vector attraction;
a.
Compost solid manure;
b.
Appropriately use vector control chemicals, poisons, or insecticides (take
caution to prevent insecticide resistance problems);
c. Utilize traps, or electrically charged
devices;
d. Utilize biological
agents;
e. Utilize Integrated Pest
Management; and/or
f. Incorporate
manure and other animal by-products immediately, within twenty-four (24) hours
after land application.
3. Prescribed standards in the maintenance of
premises to reduce vector attraction;
a.
Remove any standing water that may be a breeding area for vectors;
b. Keep storage and/or treatment facilities
clean and free from trash or debris;
c. Properly use and service bait
stations;
d. Keep grass and weeds
mowed around the manure storage and/or treatment areas;
e. Cover or reduce the surface area of manure
and other animal by-products storage. (Vents shall be provided for release of
pressure created by manure gases if completely sealed covers are
used);
f. Conduct a weekly vector
monitoring program;
g. Be aware of
insecticide resistance problems, and rotate use of different insecticides;
and/or
h. Ensure proper grading and
drainage around the buildings to prevent rain water from entering the buildings
or ponding around the buildings.
4. Utilize the best available control
technology to reduce vector attraction and breeding.
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