34Division of samples

34 Division of samples

(1)  After taking a sample in accordance with regulation 33 , the inspector is to mix the sample or composite sample thoroughly and divide the sample or composite sample into 3 equal parts.

(2)  The inspector is to seal each part of the sample divided in accordance with subregulation (1) in a suitable package in the presence of the person apparently in charge of the premises or conveyance where the fertilizer has been sampled.

(3)  The inspector is to mark each package with –

(a) the date of sampling; and

(b) the inspector's name; and

(c) the address at which the sample was taken; and

(d) the name of the person apparently in charge of the premises or conveyance or fertilizer; and

(e) any details necessary to distinguish that part of the sample from parts of other fertilizers sampled at the premises or conveyance; and

(f) in the case of a composite sample, the number of packages from which samples were taken to contribute to the composite sample.

(4)  After marking each package, the inspector is to –

(a) provide one to an analyst for analysis; and

(b) retain one; and

(c) give one to the person referred to in subregulation (2) .