About
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) is undertaking a process enhancement initiative to help shape the future of our agency, and drive operational efficiency.
The APVMA is committed to remaining efficient, effective, and accountable. We want to make sure our processes are regularly updated, and remain accessible for regulated entities.
This initiative will improve how we do things today, prepare for long-term change in the agvet chemical sector, and establish a mechanism for ongoing improvement as the APVMA becomes aware of opportunities to meet our legislative obligations more efficiently.
Process maps
The process maps outline each step the APVMA takes in our regular business processes. Process maps have been divided between agricultural and veterinary chemicals and grouped based on the application types defined in our legislation. A how-to guide is available to help you interpret these maps.
The scope of the project is currently limited to mapping Type 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 applications. Please note that the process maps will be updated, and new maps may be added as this initiative progresses.
The APVMA has made best efforts to ensure that each map is accessible. If you experience accessibility issues with this content, you can contact us directly with a request for accessibility assistance.
Have your say
We are looking for constructive feedback on how our processes can be more efficient while continuing to meet the statutory criteria. This could include submissions which:
- identify the impacts of specific inefficiencies at the APVMA
- provide specific recommendations for improvements
- identify comparable examples from similar regulators.
Making a submission
This is an ongoing opportunity for feedback. We will continue to consider submissions received after initial enhancements have been implemented, and may use them to inform future decision making.
Submissions or requests for further information can be sent to:
Process Enhancement Initiative
Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority
GPO BOX 574
Canberra ACT 2601 Australia
Email: innovation@apvma.gov.au
Please note that submissions may be published to the APVMA website unless you request confidentiality by contacting the innovation team in writing. You can change your mind and request confidentiality after making a submission by contacting the innovation team.
All APVMA documents are subject to the access provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and may be required to be released under that Act should a request for access be made.
For more information on how the APVMA manages personal information when you make a submission, see our Privacy Policy.