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Australian Builders Plate Discussion

by Shane Wilson, BIA Australia 25 Nov 2019 06:55 GMT 4 December 2019
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Whether you manufacture, import or operate as a dealer for Australian or overseas manufactured boats, you have an obligation to demonstrate, and take responsibility for compliance with the Australian Builders Plate Standard and regulations.

The BIA Boat Manufacturers Division will be hosting a series of 3-hr consultation workshops, in conjunction with state marine agencies. Workshops will be attended by ARBSC (Australian Recreational Boating Safety Committee) representatives who will explain the reasoning behind the new draft standard and the proposed changes. BIA will provide support to members in relation to technical detail and use of the standard and will facilitate feedback/questions and answers.

When - 4 December, 9am
Where - White Bay 6 Marine Park, Robert Street, Balmain - parking is available onsite

Click on this link for google maps - goo.gl/maps/NQNddCtvZZTuYXTv7

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Why attend the Boat Manufacturers Division ABP Consultation workshop?

If you are uncertain as to any of your obligations or responsibilities under the ABP or are concerned that you may not understand the application of the supporting standards, you are strongly encouraged to attend the workshop. If you would like to have a say in the future of the ABP Standard, the workshop is a must-attend event.

  • Boat Manufacturers Division
  • Australian Builders Plate Standard Consultation Workshop
  • 4 December 2019, White Bay 6 Marine, Robert St, Balmain NSW 2041
  • Customer service lounge
Agenda (9am start)

9.00am Welcome
Overview of aims for the workshop

9.05am Australian Builders Plate 101
History, development and basic requirements
Roles and responsibilities

9.20am ABP review
Background, objectives, changes
Proposed ABP Standard Edition 5

10.00am Consultation feedback
Initial comments, individual Q&As
Collective industry response

11.15am BIA remarks and updates
Boat shows and ABP compliance
ABP ongoing education
AS1799 revision

11.30am Close

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