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About Member Services
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Agsafe Member Services supports businesses involved in the handling, storage and transport of agricultural and veterinary (AgVet) chemicals. Through the Agsafe Industry Standards, Premises Assessments, training and ongoing support, Member Services helps businesses strengthen safety, compliance and responsible chemical management.
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Agsafe Member Services is available to eligible businesses involved in the AgVet chemical supply chain. This includes rural retailers, distribution facilities, storage sites and other organisations seeking support with certification, compliance and industry best practice.
If you're unsure whether your business is eligible, please contact the Agsafe team.
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Agsafe Members have access to certification, Premises Assessments, industry-recognised training, guidance materials and ongoing compliance support. Membership helps businesses strengthen operational systems, manage regulatory obligations and demonstrate their commitment to safe and responsible chemical management.
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Getting started is easy. Contact the Agsafe team to discuss your business operations and we'll guide you through the membership and certification process, including eligibility, assessment requirements and available support.
Agsafe Industry Standards & Certification
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The Agsafe Industry Standards are Australia's national benchmark for the safe handling, storage and transport of agricultural and veterinary (AgVet) chemicals. They provide a practical framework that helps businesses manage risk, meet regulatory obligations and demonstrate responsible chemical management.
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Eligible businesses involved in the handling, storage and transport of AgVet chemicals can apply for Agsafe Certification. This includes rural retailers, distribution facilities, storage sites and other organisations seeking certification against the Agsafe Industry Standards.
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Agsafe Certification is an industry certification program. Whether certification is required may depend on supplier requirements, customer expectations, contractual arrangements or other business obligations.
If you're unsure whether certification is appropriate for your business, please contact Agsafe.
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Agsafe Certification operates on a three-year certification cycle, provided the business continues to meet the requirements of the Agsafe Industry Standards and maintains its certification status.
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Premises Assessments are undertaken throughout the certification cycle to verify ongoing compliance with the Agsafe Industry Standards. Monitoring or review activities may also occur during the three-year certification period to support continuous improvement.
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If an assessment identifies areas requiring improvement, corrective actions may need to be completed before certification can be granted or maintained.
The certification process is designed to support continuous improvement, and Agsafe provides guidance to help businesses understand and address any identified gaps.
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Agsafe provides practical guidance, training, resources and ongoing support to help businesses understand the requirements of the Agsafe Industry Standards and maintain compliance throughout the certification cycle.
Premises Assessments
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A Premises Assessment is an independent evaluation of how a business manages the safe handling, storage and transport of AgVet chemicals. Conducted by experienced Agsafe Field Officers, the assessment reviews both documented systems and day-to-day site practices against the requirements of the Agsafe Industry Standards.
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An Agsafe Field Officer reviews relevant documentation, inspects the site and discusses systems and operational practices with key personnel. Following the assessment, businesses receive a report outlining areas of compliance, any corrective actions that may be required and the certification outcome.
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The assessment report summarises the findings of the site assessment, including areas of compliance, any corrective actions that may be required and recommendations to support ongoing improvement where appropriate.
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Simply contact the Agsafe team to discuss your business requirements. We'll guide you through the certification process, explain what information is required and arrange a suitable assessment time.
Training and support
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Agsafe offers a range of industry-recognised training programs designed to support safe, compliant and responsible AgVet chemical operations. Training is available in a variety of delivery formats to suit different business needs.
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Yes. Agsafe can provide onsite training tailored to your business operations, helping staff apply industry requirements and best practice within their own workplace.
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Online training provides a flexible way for individuals or small groups to complete training remotely. Onsite training is delivered at your workplace and can be tailored to your business, allowing staff to apply learning in their own operational environment.
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Agsafe continues to support certified businesses throughout the certification cycle by providing guidance materials, training opportunities and assistance with maintaining compliance and addressing corrective actions where required.
Fees and general information
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Fees may apply for membership, certification, Premises Assessments, training and related services. For current pricing, please contact Agsafe.
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The Agsafe Certified Members directory is under construction and will allow you to search for businesses that currently hold Agsafe Certification. You will be able to search by business name or location to verify a site's certification status.
Still have a question?
If you can't find the information you're looking for, please contact the Agsafe team. We'll be happy to answer your questions and help you determine the most appropriate certification, assessment or training pathway for your business.
