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Allegation by Third Parties Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
This protocol is to provide inquiring third parties with the appropriate information on how to report matters of non-compliance to the OGTR.
OGTR Allegations Protocol
Allegation by Third Parties Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
Generic Risk Assessment Framework for Organisms
This conceptual discussion paper proposes a generic framework for the environmental risk assessment (ERA) of organisms including a set of generic risk factors based on biological attributes of organisms and bio-physical characteristics of interactions of organisms with the environment.
OGTR Monitoring and Compliance Framework July 2018
The Regulator is an independent statutory office holder who administers the Act and has powers under the Act to monitor for compliance, and to take enforcement action when required.
Monitoring Compliance Update June 2018
This update outlines the work of the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) in ensuring compliance with Australia’s gene technology legislation and regulations.
OGTR Stakeholder Engagement Framework Summary
People and organisations wishing to work with Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) have been able to do so provided they follow laws designed to protect people and the environment.
Monitoring and compliance risk analysis protocol
This protocol outlines the broad framework used by the Monitoring and Compliance Section when undertaking risk assessments. It also informs any risk management plans.
Review Protocol
This protocol describes the review system used to assess operational and compliance issues that arise during monitoring, auditing and investigation of dealings with genetically modified organisms.
Compliance and Enforcement Policy 2016
This document sets out the policy framework the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) will use when dealing with possible contraventions of the legislation in accordance with criminal, civil and administrative provisions.
OGTR Audit Protocol 2016
Audit Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
Practice note: Field monitoring patterns
This note describes a number of field monitoring procedures that provide an accurate basis upon which to determine
compliance or non-compliance in relation to field trials conducted under Dealings involving Intentional Release (DIRs).
Monitoring Protocol February 2015
Monitoring Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000.
Unannounced spot checks February 2015
Practice Note: Unannounced Spot Checks In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
Risk Analysis Framework (2013)
The Risk Analysis Framework outlines the OGTR's approach to conducting risk assessment and preparing risk management plans and licence conditions. It also outlines how we communicate with stakeholders about risk analysis.
Risk Analysis Framework April 2009
The Risk Analysis Framework provides guidance on how the Regulator, together with staff under the Regulator’s direction in the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR), implements risk analysis of GMOs in accordance with the Act and the Regulations.
Risk Analysis Framework January 2005
The Risk Analysis Framework describes the principles of risk analysis used by the Regulator to protect human health and safety, and the environment, in accordance with the Gene Technology Act.