SECTION 35:15-45-71. Responsibilities of a designated brucellosis epidemiologist

(a)   The designated brucellosis epidemiologist is responsible for test interpretation and classification. To evaluate the titer responses for all Cervidae, taking into consideration the animal and herd history and other epidemiological factors affecting the classification. The epidemiologist has the authority to deviate from standard classifications when epidemiological investigation supports such action. To determine the final classification of Cervidae that were initially classified as reactors, following a complete epidemiological investigation of the herd. To evaluate test results on CSI suspects that were returned to the herd of origin under quarantine.

(b)   The designated brucellosis epidemiologist is responsible for epidemiological investigation and evaluation to determine appropriate activities in adjacent herds and other herds having contact or exchanges with an affected herd.

(c)   The designated brucellosis epidemiologist is responsible for the approval of individual herd plans.

(d)   The designated brucellosis epidemiologist is responsible for the continued surveillance of suspicious herds where an initial herd blood test was negative but further evaluation is indicated.

[Source: Added at 16 Ok Reg 2112, eff 6-25-99]