Fish Inspection Act ([RSBC 1996] Chapter 148).

Subject

Food & nutrition

Keyword

Hygiene/sanitary procedures Authorization/permit Standards Fish products Inspection Food quality control/food safety

Geographical area

Americas, North America

Abstract

This Act establishes a broad legal framework for the regulation of fish markets. "Fish" is defined as "any fish, including shell fish and crustaceans, and aquatic animals, and any parts, products or by-products of them" (sect. 1). Powers of inspectors, including seizure, detention and disposal of fish and containers are set out in sections 6 and 8. The Lieutenant Governor in Council may issue regulations on the following matters, inter alia: (a) fish marketing standards; (b) handling, processing

Full text

English

Website

www.qp.gov.bc.ca

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Form of Oath Regulation (B.C. Reg. 233/93).

Legislation | Canada | 1993

Keyword: Inspection, Contract/agreement, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fish Inspection Regulation (B.C. Reg. 12/78).

Legislation | Canada | 1978 (2012)

Keyword: Processing/handling, Transport/storage, Inspection, Standards, Authorization/permit, Internal trade, International trade, Aquatic animals, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Food quality control/food safety

Source: FAO, FAOLEX