LAC 7:XXIII.3107. Determination of Appropriate Action

A. Upon determination by the commissioner that a threat or reasonable expectation of a threat to human health or to the environment exists or that the maximum contaminant level standards as adopted herein have been exceeded he shall: 1. promptly direct that thereafter the emergency procedures established by Chapter 29 of this Part be employed; 2. complete sufficient investigation as to permit appropriate action. B. In determining appropriate action as to the pesticide involved the commissioner shall consider: 1. registration denial; 2. stop orders for use, sales or application; 3. label changes; 4. remedial or protective orders; 5. injunctive relief; and 6. any other relevant remedies. C. In determining appropriate action as to the responsible party the commissioner shall consider: 1. referral for criminal prosecution; 2. referral to the commission; 3. remedial or protective orders; 4. injunctive relief; and 5. any other relevant remedies.