Legislation Flashcards
1
Q
Why have Legislation
A
To protect markets for our produce and ensure no harm to humans, animals, environ
2
Q
Common Law
A
Legal obligation not based on parliamentary leg. but imposed by society and court
Duty of care
3
Q
Federal Legislation
A
APVMA
Australian Pesticides & Veterinary Medicines Authority
4
Q
APVMA
A
Approve chemicals Registration of product Set residue limits Aprove label Restrict products
5
Q
Other legistlation
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Dangerous goods code
Poision schedu;e
Codes of practice
Residue levels
6
Q
Who manages Acts in NSW
A
EPA
7
Q
What does Pesticides act do
A
Controls use of pesticide in NSW
Set requirements for stage, transport, handling, record keeping, training
8
Q
Codes of practice
A
Provide proceedures to ensure meet standards required by Acts and minimise risk of actions
Not mandatory
9
Q
AERP
A
Adverse experience reporting program
