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