Logbook - March 2012

NEWSLETTER

March 2012

LOGBOOK

The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd

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LogBook

March 2012

NewsLetter

The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd PO Box 1204 CrOWS NEST NSW 1585 Australia 53 Hume Street CrOWS NEST NSW 2065 Australia ABN: 61 000 618 468

Telephone: (02) 9438 2077 Facsimile: (02) 9439 3983 Email: info@bia.org.au

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www.bia.org.au www.sydneyboatshow.com.au www.marinedirectory.com.au www.50pointcheck.com.au www.shipwrights.com.au www.boatshows.com.au General Manager Roy Privett Marketing & Events Manager Domenic Genua Financial Controller Simon Hazelbrook Manager BIA Divisions Alan Barrett Event Operations Manager Belinda Close Secretary Linda English Member Support & Development Aaron McKenna Education & Training Coordinator Corrina McMillan Marketing & Events Coordinator Natalie Walker

General Manager’s Catch-Up National perspective on boating issues

by Nik Parker

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The case for a central Sydney boat ramp

by Michael Chapman

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Managing Your Cash Flow

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Logbook gratefully acknowledges all that have contributed to this edition. In particular; Roy Privett Editorial Bob Wonders Media Service (07) 5562 2867 Robin Copeland SPINS 0414 266 768

Board Bill Breakspear, Ken Bullen, Paul Burgess, Matt Hundleby, Jon Hunt, Michael Jarvin, Doug Olding, Alan Steber, Terry Wise

Please send editorial contributions to Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au For advertising rates contact the BIA (02) 9438 2077 Please send editorial contributions to Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au For advertising rates contact the BIA (02) 9438 2077

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© Copyright 2012 BIA of NSW. The opinions, advice and information contained herein have not been sought by any member or any other person but are offered as an information service and should not be relied upon as a substitute for detailed advice or as a basis for formulating business decisions. BIA intends by this statement to exclude any liability for any such opinions, advice or information within this publication.

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Marine Rescue’s new VHF radio repeater

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Industry News & Issues

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Education, Training & Development

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Apprenticeship Incentives Program

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As I see it ... We face another challenging year

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elcome to another year of Logbook and a year which will be challenging for member business undertakings and industry issues faced by your Association.

After four years of difficult trading conditions and an extremely poor summer boating season in NSW we certainly need an improvement in market conditions and we are hoping for better things and improved consumer confidence in 2012.

We are all searching for positive outcomes.

BIA will be faced once again with many challenges. In this issue Nik Parker gives an overview of the activities and issues before our national association the Boating Industries Alliance of Australia.

Our major industry showcase the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) faces a period of uncertainty with the Government’s announcement to develop new facilities at Darling Harbour. BIA has participated with the Exhibition & Events Association of Australasia in bringing together major users of the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Infrastructure NSW and consortia to develop new facilities.

It is too early to advise on the redevelopment package and timetable.

What is certain the BIA together with other major users are at the forefront in influencing design, functionality of the project, business continuity during a period of time which may include

a complete rebuild of the Convention, Exhibition and Enter tainment Precinct.

We are confident SIBS will operate as usual for 2012 and 2013.

Detailed planning and discussions have commenced to minimise disruption during the reconstruction phase. BIA is full of confidence and determination that the industries principle showcase and economic driver will continue to deliver although for a period of time in a different format. Upon completion of this project we will emerge with a world class facility to continue our world class display supporting the recreational boating industry.

The 2012 SIBS Invitation to Exhibit has been released and we are looking forward to this year’s presentation of events within the event. Rosehill Trailer Boat Show, as an indicator, is shaping up to be our biggest ever – again with free public entry – and this is a positive sign for SIBS. To assist in hard times exhibitor rates have again been held at last year’s rates despite known cost increases between 4-6%. We trust this will assist members with exhibition rates being held four out of the last five years. BIA is currently

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submitting a development application to strengthen and expand the temporary marina facility in Cockle Bay an investment in the future.

We are pleased to announce that work will shortly commence to deliver a national recreational boating web based portal.

This long awaited project will deliver a highly flexible online publishing platform that will become a hub of information for all things “recreational boating”.

This portal will provide a valuable resource for current boaties to enhance the boating experience and to grow participation and promote the pleasures and activities for new comers to enjoy the lifestyle on offer from recreational boating.

Our next Logbook will provide details and launch dates.

This year BIA is committed to pursuing a Boat Smart Safe Boating Program for school students in partnership with Roads and Maritime Services Agency and Marine Teachers Association.

This program will endeavour to establish training hubs and a Boating and Water Safety Training Centre on Sydney Harbour.

Thank you to members who have attended our Australian Consumer Law seminars around the state and BIA’s networking functions Boaties BBQ sponsored by I.C. Frith & Associates, BIA’s Insurance Brokers. A new round of seminars will be held in coming months on the new OH&S Regulations.

The five NSW Coastal Catchment Management Authorities are partnering with BIA, Boat Owners Assoc, Recreational Fishing Alliance, NSW Dept. of Primary Industries (Fisheries) and Roads and Maritime Services Agency to undertake an Environmental Education Strategy for Boaters and Fishers.

Educational presentations are available and recommended for boaters, fishers, clubs and groups. A flyer titled Healthy Waterways=better boating and fishing is included in this edition of Logbook.

BIA welcomes the recent announcement of $4.5m to improve NSW Boating Facilities.

The NSW Government has assigned $4.5m in grants to provide new and improved boating facilities across the State.

This is boaters licence and registration fees at work to improve access and infrastructure.

The funding comes from the Better Boating Program which Roads and Maritime Services will support 52 projects in regional NSW and four ramp developments in Sydney Harbour, including an $800,000 facelift for the Lyne Park boating facility at Sydney’s Rose Bay. These projects are welcome but we always seem to be in a catch up mode with more launch and storage facilities urgently required.

A reminder that our most important meeting of the year the Annual General Meeting will be held Tuesday 8th May 2012 and we look forward to meeting as many members as possible on this occasion.

BIA’s fortnightly E-News will bring you the latest information and event news. As always we appreciate member and Logbook reader comments which remain a valuable source of information.

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A national perspective on boating issues

by Nik Parker, General Manager BIAA

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he boating industry in Australia has not been immune to the recent impacts of global economic turmoil and uncertainty. Concern about the increasing cost of living has seen a dip (slide some may say) in consumer confidence over the last 12 months, particularly in the industry’s core market of family boating.

Coupled with a similar increase in the cost of doing business, and the inescapable rise of offshore competition brought on by the value of the local currency, distressed markets in Europe and US and the modern consumer’s ability and desire to source products directly, the day-to-day business of running a boating business cannot have been tougher.

The boating industry is of course not alone in feeling the pressure, but for an industry of such diversity of businesses – sector, size, location, maturity – which relies on customer discretionary spend, the impacts have been considerable.

This diversity is matched by the range of issues, over and above the economy, which are starting to make a mark on the boating industry. New national consumer legislation has been introduced which, with a high profile of public awareness from the government, requires that businesses are ever more mindful of the quality of product and service that they offer and provide.

New national health and safety legislation is also being rolled in 2012, along with the, as yet for the boating industry, uncosted but much vaunted carbon tax. Later in the year will see the likely declaration of the first of a new wave of commonwealth

marine parks, followed at the end of 2012 by the implementation of new national legislation concerning commercial vessels.

An additional workload for any business to keep a track of, let alone attempt to understand.

That’s where the boating industr y associations come in, to not only provide Nik Parker, General Manager BIAA. members with guidance, assistance, training and if necessary direct support, in dealing with change – whether brought on by the global economy or home-grown government regulation – but also in developing and delivering programs that will support the industry and help it to survive and indeed expand.

But with the focus of all change being at the national level – and therefore affecting the boating industry right across Australia – a national coordination and response is required to ensure all members benefit from the support, no matter where in the country they are doing business.

The Boating Industries Alliance Australia, launched fully just over a year ago, has taken on the role of representing the industry nationally – making the case for recognition of the industry and boating as a whole, as important elements of Australia’s economy and lifestyle.

In representing the boating industry, it’s vital that BIAA has access to up-to-date, credible, accurate and relevant data. We can ascribe a value of somewhere between $5bn and $6bn

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to the boating industry in Australia and while this is in itself a significant number, understanding the wider and considerably more substantial economic benefit of boating is a key reason behind a new project BIAA is developing in partnership with the Marina Industries Association of Australia.

The Australian Boater Survey, due to launch in the coming months, will provide BIAA with access to an ongoing stream of data from a panel of 25,000-plus active boaters, enabling an accurate picture of the value of boating to be drawn. We know there are over one million boat licence holders and that around three million people enjoy boating each year, but what do they actually spend on their boating?

Initial estimates of a five-fold increase on the industry value seem realistic, but by having the evidence to support this, the case BIAA can make to government to encourage and facilitate boating and ensure the sustainability of the industry is much stronger – a sector that generates over $25bn in revenue is a major player and it’s concerns about new legislation will be heard all the louder.

In another national project BIAA will be launching later

In the next edition of Logbook, BIAA will report on the seemingly remote matter of the definition of a commercial vessel and the potential this has to cause a considerable negative impact on boating participation models such as share boats, syndicated boats and even sailing schools.

BIAA is working with Yachting Australia to challenge this threat to a sector that is all about introducing new people to boating and providing a time- and cost-effective means of ownership, just as we are working with other user representatives to challenge the spread and impact of marine parks and the potential for declaring fishing off-limits.

It may be considered a little extreme to suggest that, but as the national body, BIAA has received commentary from right around the country that this may in fact be the end result

this year, the promotion of boating as a lifestyle that can be enjoyed by the majority of Australians is to be stepped up with a new website and supporting material under the theme of Discover Boating.

This is an entirely new approach to engaging boaters and with the team at BIANSW driving and developing a program that takes advantage of all facets of modern connective communication technology, the BIAA will be looking to generate and sustain interest and enthusiasm for the boating lifestyle among boaters and potential boaters.

Growing the boating industry by increasing participation and expanding our share of the leisure-time market is key to longer-term success and with Discover Boating planned as the first phase of a national promotional and experiential program, the boating industry associations aim to provide a boost to counter the current turbulent conditions and the impact of change in the future.

In the coming months, BIAA will be working to influence the impacts of legislation not yet finalised and to continuing to press the case for government support for the industry.

if the matter is left to the government and environmentalists to work out.

A BIAA delegation will be visiting Canberra in the next few months to discuss these and other issues affecting and concerning the boating industry and the outcome of our representations will be reported in later editions of Logbook as it becomes clear that the message has been heard and understood.

The recent internal turmoil of political leadership wrangling should be over by then and we plan for a receptive and constructive hearing. Stranger things have happened at sea …

Your support for your boating industry association as a member and for the BIAA additionally is invaluable in ensuring the representation on key national issues can continue.

There are many positive tacks being taken to promote, protect and enhance the boating industry, but a vigilant watch is required to hold the course steady, right around the country.

BIAA helps to provide this hand on the tiller, and working cooperatively with all state associations, we plan to see the boating industry thrive. h

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New thinking and new ideas are required Local Sydney councils have recently taken to the media voicing concern about non-residents parking boat trailers near boat ramps in the eastern and northern suburbs. These councils are proposing that State Government establish a taskforce to determine appropriate time limits.

This raises the spectre of discrimination against boat owners. Poor waterways access, launching and storage facilities have inhibited recreational boating activities.

While it is unclear whether legislation can discriminate between boat trailers and other trailers such as caravans and box trailers, what could certainly be improved upon is access to the harbour for Sydney residents.

In an article from the Boat Owners’ Association Newsletter Michael Chapman puts forward the case for a large public boat ramp on vacant government land at the western foot of the ANZAC Bridge.

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uring the early 1990s Rozelle Bay was cleared of sunken timber lighters, derelict wharves and rail lines were pulled up, and the foundations of the Anzac Bridge were being bored at each end. The Waterways’ one-stop shop and head office were built on an area cleared of sheds.

Waterways (now NSW Maritime) developed a plan for a regional boat ramp near the new Anzac Bridge to serve trailer boats from all over Sydney. Because Parramatta River was being dredged for a Rivercat service from Circular Quay, it was believed that fast ferries driven to a timetable would make recreational boating difficult from the many boat ramps on the river.

Boaters, living in the western suburbs and wanting to spend a day on the harbour, or outside, needed a better boat ramp near a major traffic route. Anzac Bridge was the logical location and the suggested site was between the western end of the shipping wharf and the northern embankment to the old Glebe Island Bridge.

Endless problems for 20 years defeated this common sense solution.

But every problem is an opportunity if new thinking is applied and politicians are open to new ideas.

Obstacles and solutions The time has arrived to look again at obvious opportunities for recreational boaters in Western Sydney.

NEW MEMBERS The BIA Board of Directors welcome the following new members: Andrea and George Sevastelis – World Wide Accessories Pty Ltd T/as Jettribe Australia & The Cover Guys Chris Lowe – Silver Spirit Cruises Pty Ltd T/ as Maritime Training School Gavin Moloney – Rhino Covers David O’Toole – Paddle Pedal Sail Pty Ltd Paul Kanngieser – Kuringai Marine Electrics

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Problem 1 – RTA owned part of the land and refused access.

Opportunity 1 – The Minister for Waterways is also responsible for Roads and has joined Roads and Maritime.

Problem 2 – Sydney Ports owned part of the land although the wharves ended short of the site (see photo).

Opportunity 2 – Shipping has been vacated to Port Kembla and the wharf area is unused, mothballed awaiting planning processes. The access is patrolled by Sydney Port’s security but the same Minister responsible for Waterways is responsible for Ports.

Problem 3 – Dragon boaters wanted a site without conflict with power boaters.

Opportunity 3 – Dragon boaters have been granted a site on the south bank opposite and upstream of the site in the photo.

Problem 4 – Dragon boaters and rowers using Rozelle Bay insisted on a policing presence to prevent traffic conflict.

Opportunity 4 – Sydney Water Police established its regional headquarters in Cameron’s Cove adjacent to the site.

Problem 5 – And, perhaps the killer blow of all. Successive Labor governments were supported by a Labor MP in Port Jackson or Balmain who bowed to pressure from residents who wanted no boat ramp.

Opportunity 5 – The seat is now held by a Green MP and the coalition government does not need the MP’s support.

Problem 6 – There was no political commitment from Maritime to assist boaters needing a boat ramp.

Opportunity 6 – Now we have a NSW Premier, also appointed Minister for Western Sydney, to ensure the western electorates get a fair go and continue to support the Liberals.

There is no better way to help western Sydney boaters and fishers than providing them with direct route to a major boat ramp with hectares of trailer parking right on the harbour doorstep.

Every problem is an opportunity It just needs new thinking and new Ideas.

Minister for Roads and Ports, Duncan Gay MLC, has shown new thinking in taking away speed cameras serving no safety purpose.

He has re-directed, with Cabinet approval, spending priorities to ease Sydney road congestion.

He reversed dodgy speeding fines in the Lane Cove tunnel.

Duncan Gay can deliver new thinking and new ideas.

How suitable and achievable is the project?

Construction Because the site adjoins, but is not part of, the massive shipping wharf whose bearing surface is capable of sustaining several layers of shipping containers, there would be no significant demolition of concrete substructure.

Parking This would require planning approval but there is space near Maritime, both west and east of the Anzac Bridge.

Access for Boat Trailers Access and exit roads were constructed after the Anzac Bridge and specifically to meet the needs of the port including car carriers, container trucks and semi trailers.

These roads and roundabouts will be more than adequate for boat trailers.

Adequate Waterfront for Safe, Efficient Design The width of the re-entrant or recess in the shoreline, would provide space for multiple lanes of ramp each separated by finger pontoons for safe loading and unloading.

Based on estimate, due to Sydney Port’s security refusing access for close review, up to eight boat trailers could be launched at any time. This could be expected on peak days.

If the old Glebe Island Bridge were removed, this estimate could be doubled. It is mistakenly assumed by many that the bridge is heritage listed.

However, the bridge is a small version of the Pyrmont Bridge in Darling Harbour and is not unique.

The old Glebe Island Bridge is a navigation hazard to large vessels and fishing trawlers transiting the Blackwattle and Rozelle Bays, and the Superyacht Base. It limits vessel beam for Sydney City Marine. Navigation would be significantly improved if the redundant bridge were removed.

Keeping it now would be like retaining the Spit Bridge after a Gladesville type concrete span ridge was built linking Mosman with Seaforth.

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Lighting For 24 hour use of the ramp in safety, the existing port flood lights on the towers will be adequate for launching and trailer hitching. The tower lights simply need to be turned on. Fishers going offshore, leaving or returning in darkness need 24 hour lighting.

Navigation The site adjoins a shipping wharf. If the navigation channel is adequate for cargo and container shipping, it is surely adequate for a dozen recreational trailer boats travelling up and downstream at 4 knots for the first few hundred metres.

If there is a compliance problem, Sydney Water Police is less than a kilometre away.

In addition, the shipping wharf and the Anzac Bridge and approaches are already captured by CCTV for security and anti-terrorism purposes. h Reproduced courtesy of Michael Chapman and the Boat Owners’ Association.

All prices are for finished artwork supplied by the advertiser and exclude GST. Advertising is subject to space availability and the BIA reserves the right to reject advertising.

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Managing your Cash Flow

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hat you are about to read is some of the most important information you will ever receive about running your business. Why is it important? Because it’s all about the serious subject of managing your cash flow.

If you want to stay in business you need money coming through the door. It’s as basic as that.

All businesses need money – lots of it coming in regularly, just like those cursed bills. That day-to-day money for running the business is called working capital. Then there is debt capital, borrowed funds to be repaid to a bank. (And for the record, the money you put into your business is called equity capital or owner’s equity.)

Keeping track Generally, to avoid a cash hiccup you have to know what is happening with: • Operating expenses • Overheads • Stock levels • Debt collections • Your profits By doing a cash flow projection you can make sure that each month there will be sufficient funds to keep you and your bank happy. Failure to do this is a common cause of business collapse.

Hope for the best, plan for the worst The starting point is to predict your sales and expenses.

This is much harder for a new business as there is no history to look at for guidance.

Experts suggest you do a few cash and profit projections ranging from blue sky scenarios to projections from hell, where everything goes wrong. Then do a number of sensible average projections.

As these are guesses, odds are you will be wrong. But if you monitor the projections – month by month, say, or even week by week – you can make some running repairs.

Remember, this exercise is crystal ball stuff but people who do it regularly do actually become good at knowing their business, including their customers and debtors. They are not only in control, they are less likely to go belly up.

What are you guessing?

Try working out estimates for these items to get an idea of cash flow: • Cash in, or receipts (sales and other income) • Expenses, including both permanent or fixed expenses, such as rent, and changeable or variable expenses, such as advertising and transports costs • Monthly loan repayments • Outlay on stock or raw materials • Stock levels • Remaining capital • Set-up costs

Where do you start?

The starting point should be the brighter side of the whole show; that is, a sales revenue projection. Clearly, if you have drawn up a marketing plan to sell your products or services, then you already have it.

The next step is to knock up a list of estimated expenses.

Ask yourself what you estimate the following to be: • Kick-off costs for fitouts, purchase of the business, legal costs, and so on.

• Fixed costs, such as rent and wage.

• Variable costs, which include advertising, telephone, paper bills, and similar items.

These latter costs will go up and down with the success and failure of the business and have to be carefully monitored.

Estimates in percentage terms can be worked out to help your projections as sales increase or decrease. For example, you might work out that your advertising bill is 2% of sales, so if sales jump from $1,000 a week to $2,000, your ad bill will, or should, go from $20 to $40.

Take some time to become an expert at cash flow. Your bank manager will love you for it!

To find out more or arrange a Health Check call the BIA NSW on 9438 2077 or visit WEBPAGE LINK today. h As this advice has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs, you should, before acting on the advice, consider its appropriateness to your circumstances. BIA NSW may receive a fee from the Commonwealth Bank of Australia for each successful referral.

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These products can help you manage cash flow and risk and help you expand your business.

As a BIA member you’re entitled to a free Business Financial Health Check. A Business Banker can look at every aspect of your business to ensure you have just what you need to help you succeed.

Special rates on Merchant Services for BIA members As a BIA member you’re also entitled to special rates and reduced terminal rental for Merchant Services (EFTPOS terminals). This could mean that your BIA membership pays for itself.

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Marine Businesses, Beware!

by Marcel Vaarzon-Morel

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ver 79 years ago, in the Scottish town of Paisley, a young woman was meeting with a friend at a local café when she decided to order a bottle of ginger beer.

After drinking a glass of the refreshing beverage, she started to pour herself a refill from the opaque bottle, when out flew the decomposing body of a snail.

The sight alone was enough to send her into hysterics; a doctor later diagnosing her as suffering from Gastroenteritis and nervous shock.

Despite no previous claims being successfully made between a consumer and a manufacturer where there was no direct relationship, she decided to sue the manufacturer directly, claiming compensation for her illness caused by the consumption of the tainted soft-drink.

In one of the most important legal decisions of the 20th century, the House of Lords accepted her arguments and for the very first time recognised that all manufacturers have a general duty of care to ensure his or her goods are free from defects that could cause injury to members of the public.

Seven years later and shifting our attention down to London, another young woman was walking along a footpath in the borough of Yiewsley when she was suddenly hit in the leg by a flying metal object.

This object turned out to be a flange that had become detached from the wheel of a passing lorry and having suffered significant injury, the pedestrian decided to sue the owner of the vehicle for negligence.

The case would have ended there, if it had not been for the fact that immediately prior to this incident, the lorry had been at a mechanic’s garage where they had undone the flange in

question in order to take off a wheel and repair a puncture.

In court, the owner unsurprisingly argued the metal component hadn’t been reattached properly by the mechanics, and claimed the injury was therefore not his fault. The court agreed and stated that he was entitled to assume the work had been done to a satisfactory standard.

Like the manufacturers of ginger beer, the court found the repairers owed a duty of care for the work they completed and were therefore entirely liable for the injury, despite there being no direct contractual relationship between the repairer and the young woman.

Back To The Future While at first glance, these two somewhat obscure UK cases may appear to have little consequence on the modern marine industry, the legal principles they championed have gone on to form the backbone of our system of commercial law and consumer protections.

Common law (judge made law) actions such as those taken by these two women still exist and their principles have been enacted by parliament into legislation. This legislation not only forms the basis of some claims, it also sets down the legal standards taking up the slack when it comes to ensuring both the safety and quality of services and goods sold in the Australian marketplace.

In 2010, the Federal Government’s Australian Consumer Law (‘ACL’) replaced the aging Trade Practices Act (TPA) and unified several different state consumer protection systems.

While this new legislation covers a wide range of commercial practices, the focus of this article is on understanding some key legal tests and definitions in relation to ‘consumer guarantees’ and ‘safety defects’. Much of this should be familiar to those who have worked in the manufacturing sector however a revision may be helpful as the ACL couches things in a slightly different language.

Does the ACL apply?

A ‘consumer’ is defined in the ACL as a person who has acquired goods either for a purchase price less than $40,000, or acquired goods that were of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or household use or for consumption.

However, a person is not a consumer if they have purchased the goods for the purpose of re‑supply or to use the goods in any commercial venture. Therefore, if your client falls into the bracket of being a consumer the act and its definitions will assist you in understanding what standards are required in providing goods (and services).

Consumer Guarantees Looking first to consumer guarantees the ACL states that an ‘affected person’ may pursue damages against a manufacturer of goods, if the manufacturer has, in trade or commerce, supplied goods to a consumer that are not of ‘acceptable quality’.

Goods here aren’t just referring to the finished product, but also include any accessory or component parts. This means a consumer is able to sue a person who makes, assembles or simply applies their own name, brand or mark on goods or imports goods, where the quality is not acceptable.

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Acceptable Quality So what is ‘acceptable quality’? As with most things in law its not black and white. The question is would a reasonable consumer still have purchased the goods had they known about the flaw at the time of supply. In making this determination, the court will look at the nature and price of the goods, statements or representations made about the goods by the manufacturer, as well as any other relevant circumstances.

These include whether the goods: • were fit for all the purposes for which they are commonly supplied, free from defects • are of acceptable appearance and finish • are safe • and finally are durable to the extent that a reasonable person would regard as acceptable.

Safety Defects One significant difference between the old TPA and the new ACL is that the TPA was silent on the safety of services with legal action only available in regards to the safety of a product.

The legal test in relation to safety defects is, ‘are the goods (products and services) not as safe as a person is generally entitled to expect?’ Again, there is no definitive answer as this is an objective standard of safety based on community knowledge and expectations. However, the assessment decision is not all lost in the wash at sea, there is some guidance in the act which states the court should consider; • the circumstances including the manner and the purposes for which the goods have been marketed • any instructions or warnings in relation to the goods issued at the time of purchase • what use might reasonably be expected.

Reporting Serious Injury or Illness Under the ACL a mandatory reporting obligation now exists for when a supplier of goods becomes aware that goods or services it supplied caused death, serious injury or illness.

Serious injury is defined in the ACL when an injury requiring medical or surgical treatment by a medical practitioner or a nurse and where an illness is suffered being significant enough to warrant hospitalisation and ongoing treatment.

Penalties Under the ACL the failure to notify the relevant government body of death, serious injury or illness caused by a product or service provided by your business carries significant penalties.

A failure to report may result in penalties of $16,650 for companies and $3,300 for individuals.

In respect to serious breaches of product safety and services there are penalties of up to $1.1 million dollars for companies and $220,000 for individuals. At this stage your probably questioning whether you should have sold your business years ago when things seemed simpler, but the reality is even if you feel you are doing the right thing, your business should not rely on verbal agreements as evidence.

Given the potential for these serious fines if your business is going to survive the new consumer laws and any potential claim apart from maintaining high standards of product and service your business should keep accurate written documents, for the best evidence is written evidence in any defence.

While there is no argument about the onerous expectations on business in today’s market place not all the blame can be sheeted back to the expectations required under consumer laws.

The reality is that this type of law was created as a response to the industrial revolution, finding its modern roots over 79 years ago. And once the genie or should I say snail was let out of the bottle the idea of product liability and laws that developed have in many cases developed as a response to bad practices and rooted in the principle of protection of the consumer.

The writer strongly suggests, as this article cannot cover all the new changes under the ACL, that concerned business owners contact a solicitor with expertise in this area to do a thorough legal business check.

Audit into NSW Marine Parks released Minister for Primary Industries, Katrina Hodgkinson and Minister for the Environment, Robyn Parker have recognised the efforts of Associate Professor Robert Beeton AM and his panel for their work on the Independent Scientific Audit Report into Marine Parks in NSW. The Report released on 16 February is publicly available on the Marine Parks website.

Significantly, the Report highlights that the method in which marine park zoning was carried out by the former Labor Government was flawed and should have been done in a more sustainable and consultative fashion.

The NSW Government, as part of its election policy, committed to deliver an independent scientific audit into marine parks.

“The NSW Government stands by the existing moratorium on the declaration of new marine parks, alteration of sanctuary zones and review of zoning plans.

The Government will now invite public submissions on the Audit Report and will formally respond to the Audit Report in due course,” Ms Hodgkinson said.

“The NSW Government encourages the public to review the Audit Report and make submissions on the recommendations of the Report,” Ms Hodgkinson said.

“The NSW Government will then consider the Audit recommendations as well as community feedback to develop our formal response,” Ms Parker said.

To view the report and the information considered by the Audit visit: www.marineparksaudit.nsw.gov.au Public submissions close on 30 June 2012 and can be made via yoursayonmarineparks@dpc.nsw.gov.au

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BIA members BBQs kick off

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ydney’s Northern Beaches was the location for the first of the BIA Boaties BBQs which was held on Tuesday 21 February at Royal Motor Yacht Club, Broken Bay. It was followed soon after with a second member Barbeque at the Royal Motor Yacht Club in Port Hacking on the 28th February.

Guests enjoyed a casual evening of networking with other members and industry personnel within the pleasant surrounds of the club. They were hosted by BIA staff and representatives of the evening’s sponsor, IC Frith & Associates.

These BBQs are a new initiative of the BIAs to give members the opportunity to meet and network as well as to find out more about what is occurring in the industry locally.

At the Newport event, BIA General Manager, Roy Privett, welcomed guests and gave a brief summary on the range of activities the BIA is currently working on.

These include various upcoming events such as the Rosehill Trailer Boat Show, Sydney International Boat Show, important Work Health & Safety Regulations Information Sessions; and Australian Consumer Law information sessions.

Roy also talked about the current state of the marine industry and how it compares to new vessel registration statistics.

The next scheduled Barbeque will be at the Rosehill Trailer Boat Show on Saturday 17 March. A BBQ is also planned for the Newcastle region on Tuesday 6 November and members in the area are encouraged to attend.

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50 Point Safety Check flexes its muscles

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he 50 Point Safety Check program is shaping up for its best year ever!

There are now over forty Authorised Providers of the service in NSW, and with the support of Club Marine & Maritime Services, the profile of the Check and these providers is growing well.

Club Marine came on board as a promotional partner in 2011 and have devised an incentive scheme for Club policyholders which delivers a $50 rebate on the cost of the Check.

In addition, Club Marine now accepts the 50 Point Safety Check as a Condition Report where required on outboard-powered vessels. Thanks to Club Marine for their support!

Maritime Services will again include material promoting the 50 Point Safety Check with licence renewals, and a recent review saw the area of coverage grow to include over 150,000 recipients. In their role as the Maritime Safety authority, this is good proactive stuff.

New for 2012, the induction for new service providers will go on line this year and make joining the program easier, with a much reduced time & travel burden for all concerned. The icing is being put on the delivery options, but the 40 minute video-induction features stellar performances from a few industry identities.

To continue the growth of this voluntary health-check for boats, BIA members should think about becoming authorized providers of the 50 Point Safety Check. Position yourself as part of the owners safety-staff, and help fly the flag for hassle-free boating.

If you’d like to know more about the 50 Point Safety Check and becoming a Provider, please contact Alan Barrett at BIA – barrett@bia.org.au or 9438 2077.

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SBA at SIBS 2012

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he SBA committee has begun planning for its presence at the Boat Show, with the boat-building competition and the signature Red Stand on the agenda.

The call has gone out for a strong turnout on Cockle Bay in order to secure the Bledisloe Cup of boatbuilding. Local teams will have to be good to keep the Kiwi’s at bay – revved up as they are with America’s Cup dreams and the rugby World Cup under their belts.

The SBA stand will see the trade showcased before the crowds, and this year’s visual display of members work is planned to be the biggest and best yet.

Featuring an interactive touch-screen display & integrated big-screen, photos and info is sought from all members to make this a high-quality feature of the stand.

Using the system, visitors will access details of member businesses, explore images of their work, and have the opportunity to visit member’s websites, providing a pathway for interested parties to make contact with members.

All SBA members can participate in this promotional opportunity, and while it won’t cost you anything, there’s a few things you’ll need to do: • provide digital photos or Powerpoint presentation with example of your work; • provide details of your website if you have one; • and provide business cards so that prospective customer have something to chew on.

To register your interest, contact David Reimer of the SBA Committee on 02 47292600 and keep your eye on the mailbox for more information over the next few months.

The SBA presence at the Sydney Boat Show is run entirely by volunteer members, so please consider helping out to make this a success when the paperwork gets to your place.

Boat Manufacturers and Shipwrights head for Huskisson

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he Boat Manufacturers and Shipwright & Boatbuilders divisions of the BIA will gather in Huskisson on Wednesday 18th April 2012.

Drawn from across manufacturing & supply-chain members, the Boat Manufacturers Association (BMA) meets twice yearly with a focus on issues affecting the sector, while the Shipwright & Boatbuilders Association (SBA) hosts a range of events throughout the year for the tradesmen & women within the division.

This will be the first joint meeting of the BMA and SBA, and while there will be items of interest specific to either division, the program will support plenty of social and networking activity among the wider group. The venue has been chosen for its comfort, location, and appeal.

To be held on the grounds of the Lady Denman Heritage Complex, many will find it worth the trip just to view the excellent museum collection including the namesake 1911 harbour ferry Lady Denman – in dry-dock within the Complex.

The unassuming museum will warm the heart of all invitees, housing a fantastic array of maritime artefacts and pieces which speak to the role of Huskisson in establishing a vibrant local boatbuilding industry from the 1860s on. Visit http://www.ladydenman.asn.au/ The south coast boat-building industry is not what it once was, but great things still come from the Shoalhaven area and this event will incorporate visits to some of the standouts.

BMA and SBA members will receive further information shortly, but other BIA members who may wish to participate should contact Alan Barrett at BIA – 9438 2077 or barrett@ bia.org.au

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Winner of Bellingham International Marina Scholarship heads to UK

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he Australian recipient of the inaugural Bellingham International Marina Education Scholarship Craig Evans is departing for the UK 23 February. Craig is the Executive Officer of the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia.

The Scholarship enables Craig to travel and participate in the six day Advanced Marina Management (AMM) course being held 26 February - 2 March 2012 in Poole, UK. The course is being conducted by the British Marine Federation and is recognised by the Global Marina Institute (GMI). Craig will also visit a number of UK marinas after completing the course.

Craig will join 13 other course delegates attending from the UK, Portugal, Montenegro, China, UAE, Turkey, Netherlands and Ireland.

“I am excited and privileged to be participating in this truly global AMM course,” Craig said.

“I am sure the information, knowledge and networks I gain from the course and subsequent marina visits will benefit my work at the Cruising Yacht Club.”

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Andrew Chapman, President of the Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) said the Australian marina industry is extremely appreciative of Bellingham Marine Australia for significantly assisting the professional development of the Australian industry.

“The MIAA was very pleased that the UK winner of the Scholarship who attended our September 2011 AMM added significant value to the course outcomes. We look forward to hearing of Craig’s reflections on the course and visits to a number of UK marinas,” Chapman said.

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Operation Blue Water: Wash Up

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he Brunswick River coastal bar came under the spotlight during Operation Blue Water with three bar crossing incidents occurring during the nine-day campaign.

Roads and Maritime Services Acting General Manager Maritime Operations Trevor Williams said Operation Blue Water, focusing on offshore boating safety, finished at dusk on Sunday after kicking off on 11 February. It saw 1593 on-water safety checks conducted by Maritime Boating Safety Officers.

A total of 79 penalty notices or fines were issued, along with 87 formal warnings.

There was an average compliance rate of 89.8 percent across all coastal regions.

Mr Williams said most of the fines related to insufficient carriage of required safety equipment, which included items such as torches, sound signals, fire extinguishers and lifejackets.

“All up there were 37 penalty notices issued for safety equipment breaches, followed by 17 for speed,” Mr Williams said.

There were three incidents on the Brunswick River bar during this period - all on the first Sunday of the campaign.

“One vessel capsized on the bar, the skipper of another vessel fell overboard while unsuccessfully attempting to cross the bar and a commercial vessel with seven on board sustained structural damage while crossing the bar,” Mr Williams said.

“It is crucial to check the conditions before attempting to

cross a coastal bar. If in doubt, don’t go out, and remember that the safest time to cross is on an incoming tide.”

“However, I’m pleased to report that in all three incidents, all on board were complying with the law and wearing lifejackets,” Mr Williams said.

During the campaign in the Hawkesbury River/ Broken Bay area, there were 17 occasions in which BSO inspected vessels and found the amount of safety equipment to be insufficient. The skippers of these vessels were issued with formal warnings and directed to head inshore.

“Meanwhile, in Sydney, four skippers of boats less than 4.8m long were given directions to either put on a lifejacket or move inshore,” Mr Williams said.

Anyone in a vessel less than 4.8m must wear a lifejacket when: • On open waters, or boating offshore; • Being towed; • On alpine waters • Boating at night • Boating alone • Directed to do so by the master of the vessel Maritime’s Operation Blue Water offshore boating safety campaign resulted in the following: • North Coast – 19 penalty notices issued, 200 vessels checked; • Hunter Inland – 17 penalty notices issued, 290 vessels checked; • Hawkesbury River/ Broken Bay – 8 penalty notices issued, 280 vessels checked; • Sydney – 21 penalty notices issued, 510 vessels checked; • South Coast – 14 penalty notices issued, 313 vessels checked; For more information on when to wear a lifejacket in NSW waters, go to http://www.lifejacketwearit.com.au

Marine Rescue NSW South Coast radio upgrade boosts boating safety

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$36,000 upgrade of marine communications equipment has significantly boosted radio coverage and safety for recreational and commercial boaters on the South Coast.

Marine Rescue NSW (MRNSW), in partnership with the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Trusts, installed a new marine VHF radio repeater at Cambewarra Mountain late last month.

MRNSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos said that with coverage from Kiama to Kioloa and at least 22 nautical miles seaward, the channel 81 repeater would allow boaters to talk to Marine Rescue bases from much further away.

“Marine repeaters are a vital safety tool in allowing boats to provide information about their movements and the safety of the boat and the people on board over a large area,” Commissioner Tannos said. “This repeater provides a real boost for our bases in the region, allowing them to talk to boats in locations they may never have been able to access before.”

The project was jointly financed by MRNSW and the SOLAS Trusts, which provided an $18,300 grant for the vital work.

“Without the generosity of the SOLAS Trusts, this project would not have been possible this year. SOLAS is a solid supporter of marine rescue all over Australia and we thank them for their support for this project,” Commissioner Tannos said.

CYCA SOLAS Ltd Chairman Matt Allen said the muchneeded upgrade to the marine communications network

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was a vital piece of infrastructure for recreational and commercial boaters.

“Many of our members pass through the operational boundaries of the network, whether racing or cruising, and the Trustees of the CYCA SOLAS Trusts view the investment support provided as a natural fit to the objectives of the Trusts,” Mr Allen said.

MRNSW Operational Communications Manager Ian Brown said the repeater was accessible to all vessels equipped with a marine VHF radio by selecting channel 81.

“To check if you are able to access the repeater, press the push-to-talk button on your microphone and if you can hear and audible signal being transmitted after you have released the switch, then you are within the repeater’s footprint,” Mr Brown said.

“Because you can be heard over a large area, it is important to limit your conversation to about a minute – especially if it is between two boats.

“If you can see the boat you are talking to, then use a simplex channel like 72 or 77.

“We’d ask boaters not to use the repeater for a chat because they can be heard over a long way and others might be waiting to use it.”

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Data supplied by

Initial Rego < 6m Initial Rego 6m - 12m Initial Rego 12m - 20m Initial Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr

2011

Initial Rego < 6m Initial Rego 6m - 12m Initial Rego 12m - 20m Initial Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr

2010

Initial Rego < 6m Initial Rego 6m - 12m Initial Rego 12m - 20m Initial Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr

2009

Initial Rego < 6m Initial Rego 6m - 12m Initial Rego 12m - 20m Initial Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr

2008

Annual Analysis

1047 196 27 0 1270 -9.4%

Jan-11

1178 183 40 1 1402 8.9%

Jan-10

1092 167 28 1 1288 -14.1%

Jan-09

1209 255 32 3 1499

Jan-08

876 165 24 2 1067 -4.0%

Feb-11

900 193 18 0 1111 1.7%

Feb-10

901 170 20 1 1092 -6.7%

Feb-09

931 197 40 3 1171

Feb-08

847 202 24 2 1075 -3.9%

Mar-11

900 179 30 10 1119 7.7%

Mar-10

866 131 40 2 1039 -7.2%

Mar-09

906 183 30 1 1120

Mar-08

New Registrations for NSW

757 150 19 1 927 -5.0%

Apr-11

785 157 33 1 976 8.2%

Apr-10

731 149 22 0 902 0.4%

Apr-09

701 162 33 2 898

Apr-08

512 124 22 2 660 -16.6%

May-11

618 138 34 1 791 -1.5%

May-10

653 122 26 2 803 5.2%

May-09

589 147 27 0 763

May-08

421 114 27 1 563 -11.8%

Jun-11

503 113 22 0 638 9.1%

Jun-10

476 94 15 0 585 -7.0%

Jun-09

474 126 28 1 629

Jun-08

384 93 28 0 505 -23.6%

Jul-11

496 122 43 0 661 -5.0%

Jul-10

561 100 34 1 696 -0.7%

Jul-09

529 126 44 2 701 4.6%

Jul-08

663 124 30 5 822 -0.4%

Aug-11

645 150 26 4 825 4.8%

Aug-10

630 126 29 2 787 5.8%

Aug-09

572 137 33 2 744 -14.7%

Aug-08

839 205 28 4 1076 -0.2%

Sep-11

878 176 23 1 1078 -2.0%

Sep-10

881 191 26 2 1100 22.9%

Sep-09

699 171 24 1 895 -18.0%

Sep-08

731 168 22 7 928 -12.4%

Oct-11

852 176 30 1 1059 -10.1%

Oct-10

949 203 25 1 1178 -2.2%

Oct-09

965 208 30 2 1205 1.9%

Oct-08

993 212 26 0 1231 1.3%

Nov-11

950 225 36 4 1215 7.2%

Nov-10

874 212 41 6 1133 5.8%

Nov-09

851 180 38 2 1071 -30.2%

Nov-08

1317 289 38 4 1648 -12.2%

Dec-11

1532 295 48 1 1876 11.1%

Dec-10

1384 262 41 2 1689 1.0%

Dec-09

1364 268 39 1 1672 2.3%

Dec-08

9387 2042 315 28 11772 -7.7%

10237 2107 383 24 12751 3.7%

9998 1927 347 20 12292 -0.6%

9790 2160 398 20 12368

Total

79.7% 17.3% 2.7% 0.2% 100.0%

80.3% 16.5% 3.0% 0.2% 100.0%

81.3% 15.7% 2.8% 0.2% 100.0%

79.2% 17.5% 3.2% 0.2% 100.0%

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Mercury Racing recognised for Environmental Sustainability

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ercury Racing has been awarded the 2011 Environmental Award for Economic Feasibility and Sustainability by the Union International Motonautique (UIM), the world governing body for all power boating activities.

The award recognises outstanding environmental leaders, whether individuals or organisations, which have shown leadership in safeguarding water and the environment through all types of power boating activities.

Mercury Racing was selected for its development and production of low-emissions engines for the greening of outboard powerboat racing worldwide.

Mercury Racing’s influence in the greening of outboard powerboat racing began in 1997. In the legendary 24 Hours of Rouen endurance race in France, two stock 200hp Mercury OptiMax outboard-powered tunnel boats finished a respectable 4th and 5th overall.

Mercury Racing again made history at the 2000 Rouen 24 Hour event when low-emission OptiMax-powered boats took first, second and fourth place overall, beating largerdisplacement traditional race engines of all competitors. This marked the first time a low-emissions engine had won the event since its 1964 inception. Today, the OptiMax 200XS SST race outboard dominates Class 2 competition in Rouen.

The low-emissions OptiMax 200XS SST also powered Chris

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Fairchild to the 2011 UIM SST 120 World Championship last year in Michigan, USA. Global demand for low-emissions race engines continues to grow as event promoters realise the need for creating affordable classes featuring clean, environmentally responsible engines. The OptiMax 200XS SST is the official power of the UIM F1H2O Nations Cup Series. The series features drivers competing in identical boats using identical engines and props.

Mercury Racing has made an impact in the greening of UIM Class 3C offshore racing as well. The low-emissions OptiMax 200XS ROS (Race offshore) has replaced the carburetted 2.0 litre Mercury XR2 race outboard as the power of choice for this exciting outboard offshore racing class.

Mercury’s efforts in sustaining the environment extend to entry-level racing as well. Mercury Racing’s 60hp EFI FormulaRace outboard is featured in the UIM F-4S outboard racing series.

Safety and environment sustainability are the main criteria for the series featuring strong, composite boats with reinforced cockpits and environmentally friendly engines.

The international series features low-emissions four-stroke competition in Sweden, Germany, Poland, Latvia, Norway, Hungary, France, the Netherlands, China and other UIM nations, with approximately 60 boats registered worldwide.

Nautilus Marine now covers Trimarans

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wners of multi hull sailing boats know only too well the difficulties involved in obtaining insurance coverage.

Now, thanks to Nautilus Marine, the dark days of getting adequate insurance cover on multi hulls, including trimarans, have passed.

Nautilus Marine has announced that its boat coverage has been expanded to now cover all sailing multi hulls, including trimarans, when used as private pleasure craft. Owners can obtain a comprehensive policy and third party cover.

According to Mark Crockford, National Sales and Marketing Manager of Nautilus Marine, the multi hull market has changed considerably and for the better over recent years.

“As a specialist marine insurer, we saw a real need with a segment of the sailing market where boaters needed professional insurance support,” said Mark Crockford. “Gladly we found a way to step in and assist most owners of multi hulls that satisfy our underwriting criteria.”

“Due to developments in the market, we are now able to cover most multi hull yachts when used in a private pleasure application.”

“All of the standard requirements of a Nautilus Marine policy that apply to a conventional yacht, are applicable to a multi hull yacht.

Some of the features of a Nautilus Marine yacht policy include: new for old on equipment up to 10 years old; $2,000 repatriation costs to home city; $5,000 ambulance cover; nil excess when third party is at fault; marina liability cover and temporary emergency accommodation. Third party cover of up to $10,000,000 is also available.

To obtain a quote or secure cover, owners of multi hulls can go on-line at www.nautilusinsurance.com.au, call the toll free number 1300 78 05 33 or work through their insurance broker.

Bob Vinks joins Nautilus Marine Management Team

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rominent Australian boating identity Bob Vinks has joined the team at Nautilus Marine in the capacity of Business Development Manager for NSW. Over a 30 year period in the Australian marine industry, there isn’t much that Bob Vinks has not accomplished.

For 17 years he owned and operated the Sydney Yachting Centre, manufacturers of Northshore Yachts.

He then moved on to Windcraft where he was responsible for the Hanse and Moody brands, along with the company’s brokerage division.

“Bob Vinks is a great addition to Nautilus Marine,” said Lyndon Turner, CEO of Nautilus Marine.

“Nautilus Marine continues to expand in all market segments as we release new insurance products.

“As we grow further, we continue to recruit high calibre people to ensure that we have knowledgeable and experienced boating and insurance people who can interface between Nautilus Marine and consumers, the marine industry and insurance brokers.”

“Bob appeals to us because of his breadth of experience. He obviously knows the boating and sailing industry exceptionally well. He has an impressive background in selling insurance to his boating customers, has handled many insurance claims and then overseen insurance repairs.”

Nautilus Marine prides itself on its relationship with the boating community. This is achieved by developing a team of boating people to represent the Nautilus Marine company and the Nautilus Marine insurance products.

“I couldn’t be happier joining the Nautilus Marine team,” said Bob Vinks upon his appointment.

“Boating and sailing has been my entire life. I’ve covered most aspects of the industry so I’m sure that my experience will be my greatest asset at Nautilus Marine.

“Nautilus Marine have certainly impressed me with the way they have established themselves as a major player in the boat insurance market in Australia, I have seen this from within the industry and look forward to working with them to continue their growth.”

In his role of Business Development Manager, Bob Vinks will be responsible for working with the boating industry, including marine retailers, boat brokers and yacht clubs, to enhance and expand the Nautilus Marine network of authorised distributors and insurance partners.

“My lifetime of contacts in the industry and experience with boats and insurance will be of great benefit at Nautilus Marine.”

With over 125 years of marine insurance expertise between the senior Nautilus Marine executives, Nautilus Marine is absolutely committed to providing high levels of customer service, backed by local knowledge.

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eaDek non-skid, closed cell EVA foam products offer safe and comfortable alternatives to molded in non-skid, paint-on textures and other marine traction products currently available.

Made in the USA from UV protected non-absorbent foam, SeaDek features an innovative, textured micro-dot surface for added non-slip characteristics.

Formulated with an acrylic based high-bond pressure sensitive adhesive, SeaDek’s robust, peel-and-stick application makes it easy to install and requires no mount hardware.

Easy to clean and highly stain resistant, SeaDek also provides protection for boat surfaces, especially in high traffic areas.

SeaDek can be tailored to fit nearly any application on any type of boat, including: sports fishing boats, flats boats, sailboats, ski boats, commercial marine vessels, house boats, jet boats and personal water craft.

Easy to install and customizable, SeaDek is available in a variety of sizes, thicknesses and colors. SeaDek replaces the need for molded non-skid, helping OEMs save time and money in the manufacturing process.

Southern Cross Textiles is excited about representing SeaDek in Australia and New Zealand.

They also offer other products such as marine carpet, linings, vinyl, upholstery, drainage matting and steering wheels.

Southern Cross Textiles – phone 02 9832 0848, fax 02 9832 0843, email info@sctextiles.com.au website: www. sctextiles.com.au

Don’t go overboard with alcohol.

The blood alcohol limit on the water is the same as on the roads – 0.05%. Be careful as the wind, waves and the sun multiply the effects of alcohol and if there is an accident, your chances of disorientation and drowning are increased. This goes for everyone – the skipper, the passengers and the crew.

GO EASY ON THE DRINK

Be aware, random breath testing now applies to the skipper of a boat in NSW.

ENJOY SAFE BOATING www.bia.org.au Ph: 02 9438 2077 For employment in the marine industry log onto www.bia.org.au and click on ‘Employment ... Jobs Vacant/Jobs Wanted’ For boating weather log onto www.bom.gov.au/marine

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New Buizen 52 makes a splash

the deck, interior design, style and finish.

“The external styling and amenity, sailing function and systems design, together with its beautiful interior, layout and finish, sets this yacht apart from any other semi-custom yacht built in Australia,” Mr Howe said.

“I’m very excited to sail it for the first time… the vacuuminfusion hull has resulted in it being lighter and stronger so the yacht has performance inherent in its design.”

The final fit-out is now underway and sea-trials will take place in late January.

A VIP launch event will be held in early February to introduce the yacht to existing and prospective Buizen owners along with VIP guests and key members of the media.

Buizen Yachts – (02) 9450 2170; www.buizenyachts. com.au

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Local industry identity defies global trends

wo years of design, development and investment have culminated in the launch of the new Buizen 52 – the first new model from Buizen Yachts in over 15 years.

Now keeled, afloat and rigged, the Buizen 52 has crossed its last major hurdles before final fit-out and sea-trials.

The Buizen 52 is an all-new design that continues the company’s philosophy for fundamental quality, luxury fit-out, bluewater capability and ease of sailing. Buizen’s production processes have been enhanced by the application of modern design and construction technology such as CNC cutting, vacuum-infusion hull construction and CAD design for both the interior and exterior.

Buizen Yachts managing director Steve Howe said it was a momentous occasion.

“It has seemed like quite a long couple of years creating a whole new model and we’re immensely proud of the outcome,” Mr Howe said.

“While the Buizen 52 has been built from the DNA of the preceding 48, this model is a new benchmark for Buizen and quite possibly for luxury bluewater cruising yachts in general.

“Buizen Yachts’ core values of quality and capability remain the principle foundations of the 52, and we have taken this philosophy and moved it right to the cutting-edge of yacht design and construction.”

The original brief for the 52 was to have a contemporary European superstructure along with superyacht elements in • Make your next purchase with the utmost confidence from experts offering quality products and service • Thousands of new and used boats for sale • Products listed by accredited marine brokers and dealers • BoatsOnSale.com.au is owned and operated by the Boating Industry Associations of Australia

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ou know a company is doing something right when it expands to larger premises after barely a year in operation.

One individual with such a stor y is Liam O’Halloran, a respected identity in the South-West Sydney boating scene for more than three decades.

Liam’s business ‘Sirocco Marine South’ is growing from strength to strength and is expanding to larger premises Cawarra Rd, Caringbah. Yet it’s not so much where he’s going but how far he’s come that’s particularly remarkable.

The boating industry has been in his blood since he was 16, and after working for Andrew Short Marine since leaving school, Liam has established a niche in the local boating scene. So much so that he went it alone with his own business around 2 years ago.

Liam very much exercises a ‘customer for life’ strategy with many of his original customers remaining loyal customers even today.

So how does he do it? Gaining thorough product knowledge of the craft he sells is vital when selling market-leading brands like Brig, Williams and Sirocco and inflatables. For instance, Liam was so passionate about gaining a thorough understanding of the radical Sealegs amphibious boats from NZ, that he took one for a quick run up the Murray River; a lazy 1,200km journey to be precise. What he learned along the way about the boat’s stability, handling and go-anywhere capabilities will no doubt provide key selling features when talking to customers.

He’s also passionate about service. For Liam, old fashioned concepts like always being there for your customer, delivering on time and making good on all your promises are the ways of the future as much as they’ve been the principles of the past.

So it’s pleasing to see such a vote of confidence for our industry rising up from the south. It’s well worth popping in to see the new showroom and seeing how he’s presented a whole new world of boating in Taren Point. Alternatively, just click onto www.siroccomarinesouth.com.au for a preview of what’s in-store.

Sirocco Marine South – Liam O’Halloran: 0410 131 438.

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Low fees No commissions Run only to benefit members

MTAA Super is the Industry SuperFund for the Motor Industry and anyone can join.

For more information visit www.mtaasuper.com.au Motor Trades Association of Australia Superannuation Fund Pty Ltd (ABN 14 008 650 628, AFSL 238 718) is the Trustee of MTAA Superannuation Fund (ABN 74 559 365 913). You should consider whether or not MTAA Super is appropriate for you. The MTAA Super Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) can be obtained by calling us on 1300 362 415. You should consider the PDS in making a decision.

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news & issues

2011 Year end stats The latest data from NSW Maritime shows that NSW had 11,772 new vessel registrations for the year.

This was down 7.7% on the previous year (12,751). Total registrations at 31/12/11 for PWC were 8,603 and non-PWC were 213,280, a total of 221,883 registered recreational vessels in the state.

The year ended with 41,211 PWC licence holders and 467,543 general boating licence holders.

This is a combined 508,754 licences being held in NSW. • See page 19 for more details.

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BIA submission – Temperate East Marine Bioregional Plan & Commonwealth Marine Reserves The areas specified within the draft zone along the entire east coast of NSW which are accessible by recreational fishers indicate that NO fishing restrictions are being advocated for recreational activities.

BIA suppor ted the proposed recommendations which allow a range of activities to continue.

It was submitted there was NO evidence that recreational fishing, particularly hook and line fishing and sports fishing, had any non-sustainable effect on the marine environment that would justify boating /fishing activities being restricted.

Advocated there is no impact of recreational fishing on marine community structure due to the operational distance of boats offshore and water depths.

In future consideration of management plans for specific areas BIA outlined criteria that must be met in the consideration of Marine Protected Areas.

Diploma of Marine Surveying – EOI

Trailer Boat Fishing Tournament

The BIA continues to work with TAFE under our Strategic Alliance to establish a Diploma qualification in Marine Surveying.

Training and assessment options are due this year, and those who would like further information should contact Alan Barrett at BIA – barrett@bia.org. au or 9438 2077.

The BIA of NSW will again be supporting the upcoming Club Marine Trailer Boat Fishing Tournament.

This event scheduled for March 30, 31 & April 01 in Nelson Bay; Port Stephens is in its 19th year.

It attracts an enormous number of vessels and anglers from around the state. For more information about this event, visit www.tbft.com.au

Boat Show Planning The only marine website owned and operated by the Boating Industry Associations & it’s Members

In particular the justification for any sanctuary zones (no take) and especially management of migratory or highly mobile species must have excellent scientific research and genuine consultation with coastal communities.

BIA advocated maintenance of a responsible user and recreational management approach (tool box of measurers, bag limits, gear requirements, encouragement of catch and release, licensing and education programs).

These measures are well accepted by boaters/fishers and the continued use of best practice will lead to healthy waterways, conservation, better boating and more fish.

BIA also highlighted concerns of future plans of management being declared adjacent to state Marine Parks and the safety implications and greater exposure to risk for boats travelling longer distances further offshore.

If you are in the process of planning the upcoming season of boat shows, we may be able to help.

The BIA has a series of flyers that are guides on how to get the best out of your time at a show.

If you would like a copy, please Email your request to info@ sydneyboatshow.com.au and we will email you a copy.

LIFEJACKETS

You must have an approved lifejacket for each person on board.

Check that they are in good condition and everyone knows where they are stored.

It is recommended that children wear a lifejacket whenever in a boat. Make sure it is the right size and properly fitted.

Be prepared - have a drill so people know what to do if there is an accident.

It is compulsory to wear a lifejacket when crossing a coastal bar.

ENJOY SAFE BOATING www.bia.org.au Ph: 02 9438 2077

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Emergency Response Drill on Pittwater As Logbook goes to print, planning is being finalized for a multi-agency emergency response drill on Pittwater in March.

The accidental brain-child of RMYC Marina Manager Peter Moxham, this exercise has taken on a life of its own.

Incorporating NSW Fire and Rescue and Rural Fire Service, Water Police, Ambulance, and Maritime Services, the drill will simulate a fire aboard a berthed boat within the marina, throwing up some challenging scenarios to test not only emergency personnel, but marina staff as well.

RMYC participated in the BIA’s pilot course Fire Safety Management of late 2011, from which a key deliverable is the building of practical relationships with relevant emergency response authorities.

Obviously confident, RMYC has taken the bull by the horns! This drill will be the first of its kind involving all agencies, and represents a major learning opportunity for both these agencies and marina based businesses in the area.

The RMYC team has extended the invitation to Marina Association colleagues to take part in or observe the exercise, which will get down to details that can really make a difference in first-response and the effective ‘handover’ of an incident to the pro’s.

Further detail on BIA’s Fire Safety Management can be found in the Education & Training area of the BIA website – www.bia.org.au

BIA expresses concerns on a proposal to restrict anchoring at Quarantine and Manly West Concerns have been raised over the proposal to restrict boating activity over the need to protect seagrass beds, potential seagrass habitat and the consultative process.

BIA has advocated with gover nments at all levels for transparency and independent evaluation of science pertaining to restrictions on boating activities.

Golf Day – 27th March Don’t forget that the annual BIA Golf Day is just around the corner.

If you have not as yet registered and are interested in participating, please contact Aaron McKenna on (02) 8197 4759 or 0430 115 043 to see if any openings remain.

BIA acknowledges the occasional need to impose restrictions in the best interests of the environment.

However to date no reports or explanation of the environmental merits of this proposal have been forthcoming.

We keep this matter under review and will advise of the outcome.

Upcoming Easter / Anzac Day Holidays Easter – Friday 6th to Monday 9th April.

ANZAC Day – Wednesday 25th April.

OH&S Research Project The Best-practice research project under taken by BIA in partnership with WorkCover NSW has drawn to a conclusion though we are yet to receive final clearance to publish the report.

BIA will be working to deliver the outcomes of the 18-month exercise to members and the industry at large as soon as possible.

For information, please contact Alan Barrett – barrett@bia.org.au or 9438 2077.

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Education, Training & Development

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ell, it’s the start of another training year, and we’ve some exciting new additions to the training portfolio, designed for and to meet the needs of the marine industry – find out more by visiting www.bia.org.au/training and book your place early.

Booking is simple – call Corrina on 9438 2077 or use the booking form in the back of this issue of Logbook.

If you can’t find a course near to you on the calendar, call Corrina to discuss further options.

Book now for your training in 2012!

Registrations are now open for all training courses planned for 2012 – book early to avoid disappointment.

Spaces are limited on the following courses, so be quick!

Marine Sales Professional Development & Seminar Designed specifically for Marine Brokers and Retailers, this course covers relevant legislation, business and people management, Environmental Health & Safety, Customer

Important changes to the OHS Act & Regulations 2000 The BIA in partnership with the National Safety Council of Australia will be hosting free information and Q & A sessions on changes to the Regulations, in line with the national harmonization that will come into effect on 1 January 2012.

These sessions will be two hours long and will not only give an overview of changes to the Regulations in relation to the industry, but will also give you the chance to ask the experts in WHS Legislation questions pertinent to your business.

• 27, 28, 29 March 2012 – Newport, Point Piper, Penrith, Crows Nest, Port Hacking, Gosford • 17 April – Belmont • 18 April – Port Macquarie • 19 April – Coffs Harbour, Nowra Venues and times are listed on www.bia.org.au/whs These sessions are free to everyone, but you must register – you can do this by calling 9438 2077 or online at www.bia.org.au/whs This program is approved and funded through a WorkCover Assist Grant.

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List a Job Vacant List a Job Wanted for free

www.bia.org.au The BIA website has an active Jobs Vacant or Jobs Wanted notice board.

Listing a Job Vacant or Job Wanted is simple and can be done online.

Go to the BIA home page www.bia.org.au or www.bia.org.au/employment Listings are usually loaded onto the website within 24 hours.

For assistance, please contact Justine Merrony justine@bia.org.au or Linda English linda@bia.org.au Phone: (02) 9438 2077

Care, Marketing and the sales process. A chance to ask the experts, and network with your peers. The course is rounded off with a great social evening.

Managing Environment Health & Safety Aimed at managers and those responsible for health and safety at their workplace, this course provides an understanding of legal obligations and will help you to put into place effective plans, methods and practices to help keep your people safe and your organisation compliant.

Sponsorship places available, and attendance at this course may mean you are eligible to apply for the $500 Safety Solutions Rebate from WorkCover NSW.

Marine Fire Safety Management A complete emergency response package designed for marinas and boatyards.

It covers all types of emergency planning, procedures and fire safety training, provides the templates and tools to maintain your marina’s emergency plan ongoing, and helps you to establish a relationship with your local Fire Authority

Apply First Aid & First Aid Refresher Provide First Aid with confidence, in the workplace or at home, with this 1 day course. This course is also for those who need to refresh their current First Aid certificate.

To register – call 9438 2077 or use the booking form in the back of this issue of Logbook.

Full course details can be found at www.bia.org.au/ training

Australian Consumer Law – what you need to know The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) is the single, national consumer law that replaced the provisions of the Trade Practices Act 1974 – it applies in the same way to all Australian consumers and businesses.

The law will have an impact on your business operations, create new areas of risk exposure and change areas of compliance – for anyone who does business this is stuff you need to know, as there are substantial penalties for breach of warranty, or misleading or deceptive conduct.

To help members understand the complexities, the BIA, along with the Motor Traders Association (MTA), ran free information sessions around NSW – from Bega in the South to Coffs Harbour in the North, and everywhere in between.

It was standing-room only in some locations, with an impressive turnout wanting to make sure they had the “I’s dotted and the t’s crossed” when it comes to ACL and compliance.

On the ‘need-to-know’ agenda are: component pricing, unfair contract terms, the Personal Properties Security Register, consumer guarantees and warranties, with an open Q&A to round it all up.

Joining us to answer the tough questions and to walk through the details were representatives from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), and the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), making it a lively and incredibly informative session.

Information from these sessions, including the topics covered, are available for download on www.bia.org.au

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Training Calendar 2012 March

April

May

Marine Sales Professional Development

June

July

August

October

November

18 Sans Souci

14 Sydney

15 Sydney

Apply First Aid & Refresher

19 Sydney 29 Newport

18 Gosford

10 Sydney

21 Port Macquarie

4 Sydney

29 Newcastle

Managing Environment, Health & Safety Fire Training (2 hour)

September

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6,7 Sydney

Electrical Test & Tag

Marine Card

(02) 9438 2077 training@bia.org.au

11 Brooklyn 5,6 Sydney

29 Newport

10 Lake Macquarie

Marina Fire Safety Management

15 Part 1: Sydney

Service & Repair Trailers (AURT23721A)

17 Sydney

21 Sans Souci 28 Part 2: Sydney

WHS Legislation Regulations

Various dates and locations available throughout March and April - full list available from www.bia.org.au/whs

Computer Courses

Various courses available in Sydney throughout the year - full list available from www.bia.org.au/training

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Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program

D

o you currently employ, or are thinking or taking on, an apprentice? Do you have employees that you want to upgrade their qualifications?

The Australian Government offers a range of incentives for the employer to support and encourage development of a skilled workforce, and personal benefits to encourage Apprentices to complete their Apprenticeship.

As a bonus, occupations on the National Skills Needs List may also be eligible for additional incentives and personal benefits, such as the Rural and Regional Skills Shortage incentive, Tools For Your Trade payment initiative, and Support for Adult Apprentices.

What’s the National Skills Needs List?

The National Skills Needs List identifies trades that are deemed to be in national skills shortage based on research conducted by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations, and is used to determine the eligibility for incentives under the Australian Apprenticeships Incentive Program.

The good news is (in a glass-half-full sort of way) is that Boat Builders and Repairers, and Motor Mechanics are on this list and, depending on the qualification your Apprentice is undertaking, may be eligible for incentives or personal benefits.

So, if you are an employer of apprentices undertaking the following qualifications, there are substantial cash incentives to help with costs to you, and to your apprentices; Boat Builder and Repairer undertaking Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction, or Certificate III or IV in Boating Services; Mechanic undertaking Certificate III in Marine.

What Apprenticeship incentives are available?

Standard incentives – commencement, recommencement and completion incentives for Certificate II through to Advanced Diploma qualifications; Special and additional incentives and personal benefits where the Apprentice is undertaking an Apprenticeship leading to an occupation on the National Skills Needs List, including;

LIFEJACKETS

You must have an approved lifejacket for each person on board.

Check that they are in good condition and everyone knows where they are stored.

It is recommended that children wear a lifejacket whenever in a boat. Make sure it is the right size and properly fitted.

Be prepared - have a drill so people know what to do if there is an accident.

It is compulsory to wear a lifejacket when crossing a coastal bar.

Where can I find out more?

ENJOY SAFE BOATING www.bia.org.au Ph: 02 9438 2077

For employment in the marine industry log onto www.bia.org.au and click on ‘Employment ... Jobs Vacant/Jobs Wanted’ For boating weather log onto www.bom.gov.au/marine

• Special Rural and Regional Skills Shor tages Commencement for employers in a non-metropolitan area, for Certificate III or IV • Support for adult Apprentices (aged 25 years or over) to upgrade their skills through an Apprenticeship at the Certificate III or IV level, in an occupation listed on the National Skills Needs List • Tools For Your Trade payment comprising of five tax exempt cash payments paid over the life of the Australian Apprenticeship.

Other special and additional incentives and personal benefits; • Mature Aged Workers Commencement and Completion – for employers • Australian School-based Apprenticeships Commencement and Retention – for employers • Assistance for Australians with a Disability – for employers and Apprentices • Living Away From Home Allowance – for Apprentices Further Australian Government assistance available for Australian Apprentices; • Youth Allowance for Australian Apprentices aged 16-24 • Austudy for Australian Apprentices aged 25 and over • ABSTUDY for Australian Apprentices of any age who are Indigenous Australians.

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For more information about the Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program, and whether you or your employees are eligible, contact an Australian Apprenticeships Centre on 13 38 73, or visit: http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/ FAQ/Documents/SummIncentive.pdf Further information about Youth Allowance, Austudy or ABSTUDY is available from Centrelink on 13 36 33 or www. centrelink.gov.au

The BIA offers a range of courses for the marine industry in professional development, health and safety, fire safety, first aid and legislation, relevant to the industry.

Marine Card WHS General Induction

Managing Environment, Health & Safety

This WHS induction is specifically for the marine industry.

It will give you an understanding of responsibilities under the Act, hazard identification and risk assessment, writing Safe Work Method Statements, and more. This induction is suitable for everyone who works in the industry.

Do you take responsibility for environment and H&S management in your business? This course will give you an understanding of your responsibilities, and the tools and skills needed to keep you on the right side of the law. It will provide you with an understanding of your legal obligations and will help you to put into place effective plans, methods and practices to keep your people safe and your business compliant.

Apply First Aid & First Aid Refresher Provide first aid with confidence, in the workplace or at home. In this course you will learn and practice how to treat: head, abdominal and chest injuries, broken bones, eye injuries, bleeding, hypothermia, burns, stings, poisoning, internal injuries and severe illness.

Apply First Aid provides the relevant training to assist in meeting Work Health & Safety obligations, and the Refresher will ensure that your qualification is kept up to date as required.

Marine Sales Professional Development & Seminar Designed specifically for Marine Brokers and Retailers, this course covers relevant legislation, business and people management, Environmental Health and Safety, Customer Care, Marketing and the sales process.

Included is a half day seminar that updates past and

Electrical Test & Tag

present attendees of the program on current issues,

Safety test your own electrical equipment and manage compliance with this 1 day course encompassing how to identify classes of equipment, working safely, using a tester, identifying faults, applying tagging and completing relevant testing documentation. This course includes an introduction to electricity, its components and dangers, and will walk you through relevant Australian Standards, codes of practice and regulation.

industry, and provides a chance to network with other

matters of concern and new developments in the marine sales professionals.

Marina Fire Safety Management This intensive program is a complete emergency response package designed for marinas and boatyards.

It covers all types of emergency planning, procedures

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Fire Training

helps you to establish a relationship with your local fire

to maintain your marinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emergency plan ongoing, and

This 2 hour course covers the nature of fire, evacuation, common fire hazards, different types of fire and the correct extinguisher to use, hands on practice with a range of extinguishers, plus what NOT to do.

Computer Courses A range of courses are available to help you grow more confident and capable using your computer, at work or at home.

Corrina McMillan Education & Training Coordinator T: (02) 9438 2077 F: (02) 9439 3983 training@bia.org.au

authority.

Service & Repair Trailers (AURT237271A) Boat trailer inspection, adjustment and repair is covered under the Mechanical Repairers act which requires the workshop to be licensed and the repairer suitably qualified. This half day course is for mechanics who do not currently hold this unit, and covers the competency required under legislation.

Keep up to date www.bia.org.au/ training

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Payment: …………………………………………………….…....(date) Invoice #:…………………………………………….………………………

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Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd · ABN 61 000 618 468 · 53 Hume Street Crows Nest NSW 2065 Tel: (02)9438 2077 Fax: (02) 9439 3983 Code: LB2012

30 - March 2012 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK

Walcon Marine Australia

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