Co-Regulation Import Schemes: Standard Terms

1. Section 66B(1) of the Quarantine Act 1908 (Cwlth) provides that a Director of Quarantine may, on behalf of the Commonwealth, enter into a Compliance Agreement with a person in connection with:
   

1. 1. the application of particular procedures in respect of goods, which may include the doing of anything under the Act, or the doing of anything in connection with activities carried out in the performance of actions related to quarantine; and
      
   2. the supervision, monitoring and testing of the person's compliance with those procedures.
      
      
2. A Compliance Agreement assists the protection of Australia from the introduction, establishment or spread of diseases or pests that will or could cause significant damage to human beings, animals or plants, other aspects of the environment or economic activities. Contravention of a Compliance Agreement is a serious matter and may constitute a criminal offence.
   
   
3. The particular procedures covered by this Agreement are specified in the Table of Schedules and Schedules to this agreement.

• Compliance Agreement Standard Terms Quarantine Act 1908

If you experience any trouble accessing the files in the above link, copies can be obtained from:

National Compliance Agreement Co-ordinator
Co-regulation Administration and Support
Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
GPO Box 858
CANBERRA ACT 2601
Email: Compliance Agreement