The regulations have changed - you now need a 1080 Endorsement to purchase and use 1080 Baits in Victoria.

From 1 January this year, a new system for the purchase and use of 1080 Baits has been implemented in Victoria. You are now required to complete a 1080 training course and obtain a 1080 Endorsement.

Fully subsidised 1080 Endorsement courses are available until 30 June 2008 as part of the North Central CMA's Drought Employment Program.

Am I eligible for the 1080 Endorsement subsidy?

FCUC subsidies also available

Frequently Asked Questions

1080 Endorsement Course dates

Farm Chemical Users Course dates

How do I register?

Useful Links

Am I eligible for the 1080 Endorsement subsidy?
* Do you own or manage 20ha or more of land in the North Central Catchment?
* Have you successfully completed a Farm Chemical Users Course (FCUC) or equivalent?
* Do you want to use 1080 Bait for fox control purposes as part of an Integrated Pest Management plan?

If so, you may be eligible for government assistance towards completing your 1080 Endorsement.

FCUC subsidies also available
If you haven't done one and can satisfy the eligibility criteria, then subsidised Farm Chemical Users Courses (FCUC) are also available. Successful completion of the FCUC is required to obtain your Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (ACUP) through the Department of Primary Industries . Courses are being run throughout the catchment, and are also part of the Drought Employment Program.
Eligibility criteria for the FCUC is the same as the criteria for the 1080 Endorsement courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 1080 Endorsement?
In order to purchase 1080 pest animal bait products you need to complete a Course in Minimising the Risks in the Use of 1080 Pest Animal Bait Products for Vertebrate Pest Control and obtain a 1080 endorsement to your Agricultural Chemical User Permit (ACUP).

Do I need an Agricultural Chemical Users Permit to purchase and use 1080 Bait Products?
Yes, you need to apply to the DPI for your ACUP Permit in order to use 1080 Bait Products.

Why do I need an ACUP if I have successfully completed a Farm Chemical Users Course and want to purchase and use 1080 Bait Products?
The ACUP system was introduced in August 1996 to restrict the use of high-risk chemicals to people who were appropriately trained in safe chemical use.
1080 Bait Products is listed as a "restricted use" chemical in Victoria
Link: DPI ACUP information http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/DPI/nreninf.nsf/childdocs/-49A21C225110DAB74A2568B30004DB83-374ADF63FBF2E89BCA256BC700833E68-06ECF56A08EE79904A256DEA0027F033-491BB0C74C85A089CA25720C00101199?open

Will I be able to purchase and use 1080 Bait Products?
If you have:
* successfully completed a FCUC
* successfully completed a 1080 Endorsement Course
* have applied to the DPI for your ACUP and 1080 Endorsement
You will be able to purchase and use 1080 Bait Products.

These courses are run in conjunction with Chemcert Victoria and will be delivered through a selection of Region Training Organisations and delivered to members of our communities as part of the Victorian Government's drought relief efforts.

Date	Location/Time	Venue
Fri 16 May	Echca 1pm to 4pm	BRIT, Hare St Echuca
Mon 19 May	Quambatook 2pm to 6pm	Quambatook Golf Course
Wed 21 May	Maryborough 6pm to 10pm	Maryborough BRIT, Neil St.
Tue 10 June	Castlemaine 1pm to 4pm	Castlemaine BRIT, 27 Lyttleton St
Thurs 12 June	Bendigo 1pm to 4pm	BRIT, Charleston Rd Bendigo
Tues 17 June	Newlyn 6pm - 10pm	Newlyn Football Club, Midland Hwy
Wed 18 June	Heathcote 1pm - 5pm	RSL Hall, 127 High St Heathcote
TBA	Baynton 1pm - 5pm	Baynton Hall, Darlington Rd
Tues 24 June	Creswick 1pm - 5pm	Timber Training, Moore St, Creswick
Wed 25 June	Avoca 1pm - 5pm	Avoca Information Centre, High St

Farm Chemical Users Course dates

Bendigo
Duration: Three full days
Venue: BRIT, Charleston Rd
Dates and times: 12 May, 15 May and 22nd May from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

Bendigo (Refresher)
Venue: BRIT, Charleston Rd
Date: 20 May
Time: 9am to 4pm

Avoca
Duration: Two full days
Venue: Avoca Information Centre, 122 High Street
Dates and times: 22 May 9am to 5pm, 23 May 8am to 5pm

Creswick
Duration: Two full days
Venue: Timber Training, Moore Street Creswick
Dates and times: 2 June 9am to 5pm, 3 June 8am to 5pm

Heathcote
Duration: Two full days plus half day asessment
Venue: RSL Hall, 127 High St Heathcote
Dates and times: 4 June 9am to 5pm, 5 June 9am to 5pm, 11 June (assessment) times to be announced by trainer.

Baynton
Duration: Two full days
Venue: Baynton Hall, Darlington Rd Baynton
Dates and times: 12 June 9am to 5pm, 13 June 9am to 5pm

Echuca
Duration: Three full days
Venue: BRIT, Hare Street
Dates and times: 10 June, 12 June and 17 June from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm

Echuca (Refresher)
Venue: BRIT, Hare Street
Date: 19 June
Time: 9am to 4pm

Castlemaine
Duration: Two full days
Venue: Old Castlemaine Gaol, Bowden Street
Dates and times: 5 and 6 May, from 8.30 am to 5 pm

Serpentine
Venue: Serpentine Shire Offices
Date: 13 June
Time: 2pm to 6pm

How do I register?

To register for any of the 1080 or FCUC courses or for more information, please freecall the Drought Relief Hotline on 1800 751 751.

Further information is also available via the links below.

Useful links
Department of Primary Industries
1080 information
http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/dpi/nrenfa.nsf/LinkView/8BA2FD6B7124F249CA2572FA007A2A9480B3AA027C37CD6ACA256C85007F6F93

Agricultural Chemical Users Permit information
http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/dpi/nrenfa.nsf/linkview/b00ef00049d82471ca256c760019c86b58055e7274a3e6c3ca256c380018edbb

Chemcert
Trainers and course information
www.chemcertvic.org.au

Agsafe
Accredited 1080 retailers
www.agsafe.com.au/guardian/content.php?id=3
Or Contact Agsafe on (02) 6230 4799 for more information

Department of Health & Safety
List of authorised perishable bait manufacturers
http://www.health.vic.gov.au/dpu/1080_poison.htm
Or Contact DHS on 1300 364 545 or email dpu@dhs.vic.gov.au