1730-04-.11
Unprofessional Conduct
Cite as Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1730-04-.11
Unprofessional conduct shall include but not be limited
to the following:
(1)
Failing to maintain a record of each animal euthanized, and the euthanasia and/or pre-
euthanasia solution dosages, or failing to maintain a record of how the euthanasia and/or pre-
euthanasia drugs were obtained.
(2)
Failing to employ a C.A.E.T. to whom euthanasia functions are delegated or assigned.
(3)
Revealing without written permission knowledge obtained in a professional capacity about an-
imals or owners. Exceptions:
(a)
When said information is requested during a formal investigation by representatives of
the State of Tennessee; or
(b)
Other law enforcement agencies; or when required to do so pursuant to any action in a
court of law; or
(c)
When required by law to report state or federal agencies; or
(d)
When animals are adopted.
GENERAL RULES GOVERNING CERTIFIED ANIMAL CONTROL AGENCIES
CHAPTER 1730-04
(4)
Failing to cooperate with authorities investigating incompetent, unethical, or illegal practices of
a C.A.C.A.
(5)
Performing euthanasia techniques or procedures without proper education and/or certification.
(6)
Engaging in acts of dishonesty which relate to the operation of a C.A.C.A.
(7)
Treating or professing to treat, or issuing any pharmaceutical to any human.
(8)
Any violation of T.C.A. §§ 63-12-124.
(9)
Violation of the provisions of the Non-livestock Animal Humane Death Act codified at T.C.A.
§§ 44-17-301, et seq.
(10) Violation of Rule 1730-04-.13 and Rule 1730-05-.14 regarding the dispensing and distribution
of pharmaceuticals.