Frequently asked questions about the BAM Act and WAOL

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Further information

Q: Where can I obtain more information about the BAM Act?

A: More information can be found throughout the DAFWA website, alternatively email your query to info@agric.wa.gov.au.

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Frequently asked questions about the BAM Act and WAOL

  1. About the BAM Act
    1. Q: Which Acts have been replaced by the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act?
    2. Q: Why do we need a new Act?
    3. Q: How is the BAM Act different from the Agriculture and Related Resources Protection Act (ARRPA)?
    4. Q: How has the Department of Agriculture and Food (DAFWA) consulted with key stakeholders during the development of the Regulations?
    5. Q: Why is it so important that we establish legislation to support sound biosecurity practices?
  2. Organism classifications
    1. Q: What is the scope of the biosecurity parts of the BAM Act?
    2. Q: How are declared pests categorised under the BAM Act?
  3. Biosecurity Council
    1. Q: What is the Biosecurity Council?
  4. Penalties and inspections
    1. Q: What penalties are proposed under the BAM Act?
    2. Q: What are modified penalties and how are they applied?
  5. Interstate trade
    1. Q: How will the Act affect interstate trade and the movement of goods and services?
  6. Industry standards
    1. Q: Does the BAM Act allow for the recognition of industry standards and quality assurance measures?
    2. Q: What role will sectors of agricultural industries have in the management of pests in Western Australia and what is an Industry Funding Scheme?
  7. Western Australian Organism List (WAOL)
    1. Q: How do I find out if the plant or animal I wish to import is allowed into Western Australia?
    2. Q: What is the Western Australian Organism List (WAOL) and how do I use it?
    3. Q: How do I find my plant or animal if I don’t know its scientific name?
    4. Q: WAOL says the species I want to import is a Prohibited Organism (s12) but says ‘Permit Required’. What does this mean?
    5. Q: WAOL says the species I want to import is a Permitted Organism (s11). What does this mean?
    6. Q: WAOL says the species I want to import is a Permitted Organism (r73). What does this mean?
    7. Q: WAOL says the species I want to import is a Declared Pest (s22). What does this mean?
    8. Q: If an organism is listed as permitted in WAOL and no permit is required, does this mean that I can bring it into Western Australia without any restrictions?
    9. Q: The species I’m interested in is not listed on WAOL, can I have it assessed?
    10. Q: How many species are there on WAOL?
    11. Q: Is there a process for the maintenance of WAOL over time?
  8. Sources of species names
    1. Q: Where can I find references for determining scientific names for organisms?
    2. Q: What can I do if I don’t have access to the internet? Can I still talk to an officer about pest animals?
  9. Permits and applications
    1. Q: Are permits required to import organisms and potential carriers from interstate?
    2. Q: If an organism is prohibited or restricted entry into Western Australia, can I import it for experimental purposes, export of processing?
    3. Q: Where do I get a permit to keep my bird?
    4. Q: Where do I obtain information about the keeping requirements for my aviary bird?
    5. Q: Who should I contact in DAFWA for permit applications?
  10. Diseases and risk analysis
    1. Q: How are diseases going to be managed under the BAM Act?
    2. Q: Will the BAM Act impact on how Plant Biosecurity officers conduct pest risk analysis?
  11. Veterinary chemical control
    1. Q: What is happening with veterinary chemicals?
  12. Animal feed controls
    1. Q: Why do we need controls on animal feeds?
    2. Q: What changes were introduced to the stock feed legislation?
  13. Agricultural chemical control
    1. Q: What changes are being made to agricultural chemical control?
    2. Q: Will aerial spray pilots still require licensing?
  14. Fertilisers
    1. Q: What has changed between the old Fertilizers Act and the new regulations?
    2. Q: Are there any other changes planned in the future?
  15. Chemical residues
    1. Q: Will there be adequate controls on persistent chemicals in soil such as dieldrin?
    2. Q: When purchasing land can I find out if there are any known persistent residues on a property?
    3. Q: As a livestock buyer will I be able to check the status of animals I wish to buy, to ensure they are suitable for my purposes?
    4. Q: Will our consumers and export markets be protected from chemical residues?
    5. Q: Were vendor declarations made mandatory?
    6. Q: Is the Soil and Land Conservation Act being replaced and, if not, why not? Why doesn’t the BAM Act deal with land conservation and land drainage?
  16. Stock identification
    1. Q: How are requirements for the identification and movement of stock dealt with under the BAM Act?
    2. Q: Will I still need to register a brand?
    3. Q: Will I still need to brand and earmark stock, even though I have my animals identified with NLIS devices or tags?
    4. Q: Will I still be able to get identification exemptions?
    5. Q: Will the BAM Act require NLIS electronic devices in all cattle?
    6. Q: Under the BAM Act will I still need waybills?
    7. Q: Is animal welfare part of the BAM Act?
  17. The future
    1. Q: How will the BAM Act meet the State’s future biosecurity needs?
  18. Further information
    1. Q: Where can I obtain more information about the BAM Act?
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