S.L. 437.52 Art. 13Empowering provisions.

(1) The following may be established in accordance with the procedure referred to in rule 4(1):

(a) detailed rules for the application of these rules;

(b) rules regarding the origin of animals;

(c) the criteria for classifying authorised third countries or regions thereof with regard to animal diseases;

(d) provisions for the use of electronic documents relating to model veterinary certificates as provided for in rule 7(e);

(e) models of veterinary certificates as provided for in rule 11(1).

(2) The Schedules may be amended in accordance with the procedure referred to in rule 4(1), with particular account being taken of:

(a) scientific opinions and scientific knowledge particularly concerning new risk assessments;

(b) technical developments and, or amendments to international standards; and

(c) the setting of safety targets for animal health.