23 May 2016
Who does this notice affect?
This notice is for operators of an approved arrangement:
- biosecurity containment facilities (BC 1-4) animal, microbiological, plant and invertebrates
- classes 1, 2, 3, 4, 8 and operators that have approved arrangements for the collection and transport of waste.
What has changed?
Heading titled ‘Broad Spectrum Disinfectants’ for classes 1, 2, 3, 8:
- added Class 4
Heading titled ‘Approved/Recommended parameters’
- Removed approved/recommended parameters
- Removed ‘Approved’ and ‘higher concentrations may be used
- Added dilution rates’
Disinfectants added
- Cavicide
- Trigene ll
- Sodium hypochlorite
- Powerquat
Disinfectants removed
- Phoraid
Under Notes:
- Removed ‘The above is a guide only as to what may be used’ and replaced it with ‘The above are disinfectants for use’.
- Removed ‘are at higher concentration rates’ and replaced with ‘Disinfectants that have the same active ingredients, and equal parameters will not require approval from the department’.
Please familiarise yourself with and align your business practices to the amended list, which is available on the department’s website.
Further information?
If you require further information please contact approved arrangements.