The Biological Control Quarantine Laboratory

Texas A&M University
Department of Entomology
Mike Rose
1995

Preface
Acknowledgments
The Quarantine Laboratory: An Overview
Figure 1: Basic Implementation Procedures for Classical Biological Control
Statement on Quarantine Procedure, Natural Enemy Field Release Authorization, and Possible Categorical Exclusion from the Federal Plant Pest Regulations, 330.200, for Non-Plant-Feeding Natural Enemies of Arthropod Pests.
Table I. Literature.
Introductory Summary
Conditions of Safeguard
Function, Operational Format, Procedure and Protocol
Responsibilities of the Quarantine Supervisor
Responsibilities of the Project Leaders and Authorized Quarantine Personnel
Entry to the Quarantine Laboratory
Regulations and Procedures
Inside the Quarantine Laboratory
Records, Identifications and Consignment
Egress from the Quarantine Laboratory
Space Allocation and Use
Summary
Attachment 1: Application and Permit to Move Live Plant Pests and Noxious Weeds
Attachment 2: Anticipated Arrival of Shipment Under P.P.Q. Permit 18
Attachment 3: Sender/Receiver Form
Attachment 4: Identification of Materials Imported Through Quarantine
Attachment 5: Information Required for Submission of Vouchers
Attachment 6: Flow Diagram of Importation
Attachment 7: Texas A&M University Biological Control Quarantine Laboratory