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Answer:
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The use of ice or mechanical refrigeration is not
required for the transport of bi-valve shellstock such as mussels, clams or
oysters from the harvest site to the processing plant when the duration of
transport is less than two hours; however, the shellfish must be protected from
exposure to the adverse environmental conditions (e.g., hot sun in summer, cold
in winter) and contamination (e.g., birds). This policy also applies to the
transport of gastropodian molluscs (i.e., whelks, periwinkles) and to
echinoderms (i.e., sea urchins)
This decision reflects the recommendation (May 1992 - Meeting) of the
Committee of Shellfish Program coordinators from all regions, who were
concerned about unacceptable bacteriological growth or deterioration as a
result of the duration of transportation and ambient temperatures or
conditions.
Note: Policy amended 09/01/97 to include gastropods and
echinoderms
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