§ 381.230 - Scope and applicability of rules of practice.

(a) The Uniform Rules of Practice for the Department of Agriculture promulgated in subpart H of part 1, subtitle A, title 7, Code of Federal Regulations, are the Rules of Practice applicable to adjudicatory, administrative proceedings under sections 6, 7, 8(d) and 18 of the Poultry Products Inspection Act (21 U.S.C. 455, 456, 457(d), and 467). In addition, the Supplemental Rules of Practice set forth in §§ 381.232 through 381.234 of this subpart shall be applicable to such proceedings.

(b) The rules of practice set forth in §§ 381.235 and 381.236 shall be applicable to the suspension of assignment of inspectors for threats to forcibly assault or forcible assault, intimidation or interference with any inspection service employee pursuant to § 381.29 of the regulations (9 CFR 381.29) under the Poultry Products Inspection Act. In addition, the definitions applicable to proceedings under the Uniform Rules of Practice (7 CFR 1.132) shall apply with equal force and effect to proceedings under §§ 381.235 and 381.236 of this subpart (9 CFR 381.235 and 381.236).