(a) A container which contains untreated embryonic
and fetal tissue remains must be placed in an outer container that
is leak resistant, impervious to moisture, of sufficient strength
to prevent tearing and bursting under normal conditions of use and
handling, and sealed to prevent leakage.
(b) The outer container holding untreated embryonic
and fetal tissue remains must be labeled with a warning legend in
English and in Spanish, along with the international symbol for biohazardous
material on the sides of the container. The wording of the warning
legend must be substantially similar to the following: "CAUTION, contains
material which may be biohazardous" and "PRECAUCIÓN, contiene
material que pueden ser peligro biológico."
(c) Untreated embryonic and fetal tissue remains being
transported for disposition in accordance with these rules shall be
transported using units that:
(1) have a fully enclosed, leak-proof remains storage
area;
(2) protect the remains from mechanical stress or compaction;
(3) carry spill cleanup equipment; and
(4) have a compartment where remains are transported
that must:
(A) be maintained in a sanitary condition;
(B) be locked when the vehicle or trailer is in motion;
(C) be locked or secured when remains are present in
the compartment except during loading or unloading of remains;
(D) have a floor and sides made of an impervious, nonporous
material;
(E) have all discharge openings securely closed during
operation of the vehicle or trailer;
(F) maintain a temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit
or less for remains transported for longer than 72 hours during post-collection
storage period; and
(G) be disinfected before being used to transport any
material other than remains or untreated medical waste.
(d) Cremated embryonic and fetal tissue remains may
be transported in any manner in this state and must be disposed of
in accordance with this chapter.
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