Section R3-11-1005. Minimum Standards for an Animal Crematory

The owner shall ensure that:

1.        The animal crematory complies with all federal, state, and local laws;

2.        The animal crematory is at a fixed location;

3.        The retort is constructed to withstand temperatures high enough to reduce animal remains to bone fragments yet protect persons and property from damage from exces- sive heat or harmful emissions;

4.        The retort is shielded from public view;

5.        The retort is competently installed. If the retort is installed in Arizona after the effective date of this Article, the retort shall be installed according to the manufac- turer’s recommendations and in accordance with all state, federal, and local laws and ordinances;

6.        If the retort is inside a building:

a.        It is vented to the outside of the building; and

b.        There is adequate exhaust to prevent heat buildup;

7.        The cremation chamber receives fresh air to aid in com- bustion;

8.        The animal crematory has a storage facility that:

a.        Chills animal remains to at least 40 °F;

b.        Is secure from access by unauthorized individuals; and

c.        Preserves the dignity of the animal remains;

9.        The animal crematory has the equipment and supplies necessary to conduct cremations in a manner that protects the health and safety of crematory employees and the public; and

10.     All city, county, and other building codes, restrictions, and guidelines applicable to the animal crematory are fol- lowed.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 13 A.A.R. 513, effective April 7, 2007 (Supp. 07-1). Amended by final

rulemaking at 19 A.A.R. 1886, effective October 7, 2013

(Supp. 13-3).