Transitional Facility Operator Training

A major part of the process to gain approval as a TF Operator is attending a Ministry for Primary Industries course. IVS offers an approved TF Operator course which promotes and reinforces Biosecurity awareness, helps participants understand their legal requirements as an Operator, and gives invaluable assistance with putting Biosecurity measures in place at their facility.

Our full day course focuses on:

• The responsibilities of a TF Operator and the importance of their role in the Biosecurity chain

• The compliance framework with an overview of relevant legislation, regulation and standards

• Preparing or updating Biosecurity operating procedures

• Passing on practical advice and experience from both the trainer and other TF Operators at the course.

Course participants gain new knowledge and skills required to effectively operate an approved transitional facility.  The Certificate of Training is valid for 2 years before refresher training is required.

Under the TFGEN Standard, some transitional facilities are required to have a trained Deputy TF Operator onsite providing cover when the primary operator is not present. This course is also suitable for the Deputy operator.

Course discounts apply if your business is a member of the IVS Biosecurity Support Programme (BSP).

Important!

If your facility already has a Biosecurity Manual or Operating Procedures, please bring these to the course as new and mandatory changes will be covered.

• Each participant is required to bring photographic identification (e.g. a passport or driver's licence or 18+ Card) for proof of ID.

• An applicant must have a current working visa if they are not a New Zealand citizen or resident.

• Please arrive before or at the course time for a prompt start - late arrivals after the course time will be unable to attend on the day and required to re book at a later date.

• After successful completion of this course, participants will receive an IVS Training Certificate. This will then need to be sent to MPI to receive the official approval of a transitional facility operator certificate.

• If English is not the participant's first language, a basic understanding of written or oral English is required to comprehend Ministry for Primary Industries regulations and will help with participation during the course. If you have any concerns about this please contact IVS to discuss alternative options.

• Coffee & Tea are provided on the day.

“I believe the workshop was very beneficial to ensure our facility will fully comply with New Zealand’s Biosecurity requirements and regulations.  Our trainer was very clear and knowledgeable and his instruction was very informative.”

-Bradley Clemm, No 1 Fitness (Max on Line)