Edition 20, December 2003-January 2004

More information is provided on what the project secretariat has been working on, in particular... read more

The Australian Training Ministerial Council Report covers decisions of the Australian National Training Authority Ministerial Council made at the Gold Coast on 21 November 21 2003.... read more

If you have a view on training packages, then now is your chance to contribute to a national discussion on future options for the building blocks of Australia’s training system.... read more

In one week, all new uses of asbestos and materials containing asbestos will be banned in Australian workplaces.... read more

Tougher regulations for private building certifiers are now in place.... read more

A recognition of prior learning process is being developed to allow workers in the cabling industry to have their experience assessed in order to gain a licence.... read more

The introduction of training packages and the move to an industry-led national training system has brought about a new era of partnership between enterprises and registered training organisations.... read more

An on-line one-stop-shop of information for air traffic controllers has been set up by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.... read more

Public comment is sought on a national project to map a range of occupations in the film and television inustry against appropriate qualifications... read more

Eighteen months after the Dangerous Goods Safety Management Act 2002 was proclaimed Minister for Emergency Services Mike Reynolds said it was timely for all agencies and organisations to review their performance under this legislation.... read more

The Australian Capital Territory has become the first jurisdiction in Australia to pass legislation creating the offence of Industrial Manslaughter.... read more

The Certificate IV in the Safe Management of Fireworks Displays (30337QLD) was accredited on 3 June 2003 to fill a training niche not covered by any existing training packages.... read more

Spot checks by the Office of Fair Trading on fitness service suppliers reveal the majority have embraced the new Fitness Industry Code of Practice.... read more

A new certificate II qualification—PRS 20103—from the Asset Security Training Package, will be the recognised training program for security guards is proposed.... read more

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As of 1 January 2004, all new licensees and nominees for liquor licences will be required to undertake a mandatory training course as part of their application for a liquor licence or transfer.... read more