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The Pesticides Regulation 1995 is due for automatic repeal on 1 September 2009. The Department of Environment and Climate Change is proposing that it be replaced by the Pesticides Regulation 2009. DECC is not seeking to change the legal intent of the current Regulation; rather, it is proposing only minor changes to make the new Regulation more effective and efficient. These changes are summarised in the frequently asked questions (09154pestregfaqs.pdf; 36 KB). Download the proposed Regulation and Regulatory Impact Statement (09131pestris.pdf; 822 KB) or call DECC's Environment Line on 131 555 for a printed copy. Written submissions will be accepted up to the close of business on Friday 17 April 2009 and should be sent to: If you have any questions with the proposed pesticide regulations or would like to make a submission please call the ChemCert Office on 9387 4714. A new notice of approved units of competency is also open for public comment until Friday 17 April 2009.
Farmcare recognised for professionalism and support in establishing leading Industry Weed Management training program. Farmcare Training and ChemCert where chosen my the Agri-Foods Industry Skills Council (AFISC) and the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) as the Registered Training Organisation to work with the Indigenous Community to develop and pilot an industry workplace training programme for indigenous trainees to assist them in gaining substantive employment in the agricultural, horticultural and natural resources sectors. Farmcare Training and ChemCert were pleased to be selected as a key member of the industry steering committee responsible for developing the training resources, providing skilled and experienced trainers, monitoring training, assessing standards and competencies, and providing ongoing trainee support for the pilot program which was in partnership run with indigenous communities in Liverpool, Wyong and Katoomba areas of NSW. The innovative pilot program worked to prepare the essential skills framework for an industry recognised Weed Management Pre-Vocational Sills Sets that would be able to be developed, produced and replicated across Australia by other Registered Training Organisations. Farmcare Training and ChemCert were selected because for their depth of knowledge, skilled trainers and in recognition of many years of work in developing training resources and core role in setting industry standards for the safe and efficient use of pesticides (ag vet chemicals) in the workplace. Farmcare Training is the Registered Training Organisation of ChemCert Australia. ChemCert is recognised as industry’s choice for all weed or chemical training, accreditation and registration. You can contact Farmcare Training and ChemCert on phone 02 9387 4714 or email info@chemcert.com.au If you would like a copy of the Weed Management Pre-Vocational Skill Set, you can download them from the AFISC website http://www.agrifoodskills.net.au/uploaded/file/TOOLKIT%20100708.pdf
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Farmcare Training Pty Limited Chairman Mr Andrew Forrest is pleased to announce that Farmcare has been re-registered as a Registered Training Organisation until 2013. Farmcare is delighted to be able to offer a full qualification, a Certificate II in Rural Operations (RTE20703). This together with our ChemCert Chemical Accreditation units means we can offer a variety of training packages, learning styles and tailored skills training programs to all sectors of industry who use agricultural and veterinary chemicals. The Board of Farmcare would like to thank Chief Executive of Farmcare (actg) Mark Kunnen, Dean Rutledge (ChemCert Administration Officer), Luke Ringland (Policy and Operations Manager) and Anne Philips (Auditor) who together with Carmel Hong (ChemCert Director) worked to ensure that Farmcare’s registration and VETAB audit was successful. The Farmcare board was pleased to see the recognition from VETAB of the extensive improvements and focus on quality training and assessment that the team worked so hard to achieve over the past six months. Farmcare training can offer training in the following courses;
New ChemCert/Selecta - Spraying Resource Brochure Spraying Resources Brochure is available for download now. Please click here to download
Member Thank youThank you to those who attended or arranged for proxies to represent you, the Board was delighted to have all members represented in person or by proxy. Your attendance, contribution and advice was greatly appreciated. As the effort, costs of time and travel to attend the annual general meeting are considerable, the Board would like to acknowledge your commitment and support as we work together in refocusing our efforts for the future. Annual General Meeting overview
Members Dialogue and UpdateThe Board is committed to regular member updates and would welcome any feedback, ideas or comments from members. Given the distance and commitment required to attend meetings in person the Board welcomes and would encourage members to participate in regular member teleconferences as we work together focused on our future. ChemCert Limited BoardThe Board met after the Annual General Meeting, Mr Andrew Forrest was confirmed as the Chairman for 2008/2009, and each director has undertaken areas of responsibility as we work together in growing our future. The ChemCert Limited Board for 2008 / 2009 is; Mr Andrew Forrest, Chairman ConstitutionThe Annual General meeting adopted the recommended Constitution changes as circulated to members with four amendments that were clarification or correction in nature. The Board sees the Constitution as a living document that underpins the business model of ChemCert. In consultation with members, the Board will on a regular basis review the Constitution. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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