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Construction, repair, and maintenance work in a low-level certified facility
This fact sheet aims to clarify what level of notification and advance warning is required for low-level (PC1 and PC2, excluding PC2 Large Scale) certified facilities that undergo maintenance work.
Construction, repair, and maintenance work in a low-level certified facility – decision tree
This decision tree provides assistance on which type of form needs to be completed when conducting maintenance or repair work on a low level containment facility.
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 2 August 2023
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 34th videoconference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (2 August 2023).
GTR Statement of Intent
This Statement of Intent outlines the activities of the Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator) and the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) over the next 3 years from 2023-2026.
Letter of Expectations
This letter lays out the Minister's expectations of the Gene Technology Regulator.
Accredited Organisation Annual Report to the Gene Technology Regulator
Accredited Organisations use this form to demonstrate that they are meeting their obligations and responsibilities. Completion of the form is an condition of accreditation.
OGTR Online Services Portal Frequently Asked Questions
This document provides answers to frequently asked questions relating to the OGTR's Online Services Portal (Portal).
OGTR Online Services Portal Registration Guide
This document provides step by step instructions on how to register for the OGTR's Online Services Portal.
Classification of Notifiable Low Risk Dealings (NLRDs) - reporting form requirements
This documents helps with the correct classification of NLRDs being included in the Record of Assessment for reporting online.
OGTR Online Services Portal User Guide
This guide provides assistance from the point of logging into the OGTR Online Services Portal. It follows from the OGTR Online Services Registration Guide.
OGTR Online Services Portal NLRD Form Guide
This document provides a step by step guide on how to access the NLRD Form in the OGTR's Online Services Portal.
Notifiable Low Risk Dealing (NLRDs) Reporting Form
Use this form to notify the Regulator of any NLRDs assessed during the financial year.
Quarterly activities report for April – June 2023
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 30 June 2023.
Application for a DIR licence for limited and controlled release of GM plants - example answers
This is a hypothetical case study provided as an example. It should not be cited as evidence in an application. Although the data and discussions are representative, this example may not include all considerations needed when assessing risks from a proposed GM plant limited and controlled release.
Application for a DIR licence for the limited and controlled release of GM plants
This application form is for dealings (activities) involving limited and controlled release of genetically modified (GM) plants into the environment.
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 15 May 2023
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 33rd videoconference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (15 May 2023).
Infographic outlining OGTR and FSANZ regulatory remits
This infographic gives a brief description of the difference between OGTR and FSANZ regulatory remits, where the OGTR conducts risk analysis and licensing for commercial cultivation, while FSANZ conducts food safety assessments, approves food for sale and sets labelling requirements.
OGTR Newsletter Issue 8
This issue focusses on the OGTR Online Services Portal and NLRD intermittent reporting.
Notification of change in contacts for organisation
Use this form to provide or update contact and authorised persons details for organisations and Institutional Biosafety Committees (IBCs).
Model Form – Record of Assessment for a Notifiable Low Risk Dealing (NLRD)
IBCs can use this model form when making an NLRD record of assessment (RoA) and recording that it has been given to the proponent.
Application for a confidential commercial information (CCI) declaration
Use this form to apply for a declaration that specified information is confidential commercial information (CCI) under the Gene Technology Act 2000.
Application for Accreditation of an Organisation
Use this form to apply for accreditation of an organisation under the Gene Technology Act 2000 and any applicable state legislation.
Genetically modified (GM) crops in Australia
Four genetically modified (GM) crops have been approved for cultivation in Australia: cotton, canola, Indian mustard and safflower. GM flowers have also been approved for growing or importing into Australia. Other crops are undergoing field trials.
Quarterly activities report for January - March 2023
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 31 March 2023.
Quarterly activities reports
These reports detail the monitoring and compliance activities by the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) for each quarter.