Controlled Substance Licence for VTAs (issued by EPA - Environmental Protection Authority - previously ERMA)
For full details on the EPA website on Controlled Substance Licensing please go to:
http://www.ermanz.govt.nz/hazardous-substances/certifications/csl/Pages/default.aspx
Applicants need to be:
1. 17 years of age or over
2. Adequately trained to handle that substance (have an approved handler certificate)
3. Require the substance for their work
4. Complete a fit and proper person assessment.
Applicants will need to complete
1. EPA application form (see link below)
2. Approved Handler Assessment Paper
3. Toxin Assessment Papers
4. Work Assessment / Verification - completed statutory declaration form which has been witnessed by an approved person (e.g. a JP) or satisfy a Test Certifier that you meet the work need requirements.
From 1 July 2011 EPA will no longer accept a firearms licence as proof that the fit and proper person criteria for a CSL has been met. All applicants will need to undergo a police check.
This requirement from EPA is also why the fees have been increased - everyone now has to pay for a police check.
New Controlled Substance Licence: $390.00 inc GST
Renewal of Controlled Substance Licence: $255.00 inc GST
To find the Guide and Application for Applicants for VTA and Fumigants click on this link:
http://www.epa.govt.nz/hazardous-substances/certifications/csl/Pages/apply-csl.aspx
Then select:
Application Form or
Guide for Applicants
NB: The same form is used for a new application and the renewal of an existing licence. When sending in a renewal application a signed declaration form also needs to be included.
Declaration form: Declaration keychanges HSNO Act.pdf
Geoffrey Paul Allinson
Test Certifier for EPA No. TST000045
Please send all completed documentation to:
Can Train NZ Ltd
PO Box 362, Oamaru 9444.