### Question
How does the law define designated personnel?


### Answer
Under *21 U.S.C. § 683*, **designated personnel** is defined as:

> inspection personnel of a State agency that have undergone all necessary inspection training and certification to assist the Secretary in the administration and enforcement of this chapter, including rules and regulations issued under this chapter

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 683*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 12-MEAT INSPECTION > SUBCHAPTER IV&ndash;A-INSPECTIONS BY FEDERAL AND STATE AGENCIES**

