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Introduction
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Anthony Battaglene
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AUSTRALIAN GRAPE & WINE INCORPORATED
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I have confidence in Australia’s current measurement framework.
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I have the same confidence in those measurements I do not actively monitor (e.g. electricity supply) as those which I do (e.g. weighing groceries on a scale).
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To the extent that I have responsibilities, I know what my responsibilities are under Australia's measurement framework.
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On balance, measurement in Australia could benefit from greater:
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Previous Consultation
Would you like to provide your thoughts on the Scope of Australia's Measurement Law discussion paper?
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Scope of Australia's Measurement Law
Please provide your thoughts in response to the Scope of Australia's Measurement Law discussion paper in the field below.
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My comment is a general one. Australia has a very goood measuremnt system. however, uncertainty arises when measuremnt is used for regulation and the uncertainty of measuremnt instruments and processes is not taken into account. for example, if there is a maximum residue limit for an agricchemical it can be rjested on the basis of exceding the MRL, even it the level measured falls within the bounds of measurement uncertainty.
Measurement uncertainty should be incorporated in and regulatory decision making process.
This also reflects the need for standardised testing methodologies, ring testing to asess the capability of laboratories (particularly in the international context).
There is also confusion between the reponsibilities for intational mesuremnt in the fields of labeling, where there can be adiffernce in OIML standards and Codex Standards. Codex should have primacy for food.
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Traceable Measurement - linking results with standards
Measuring Instruments - how they're approved
Measurement-based Transactions - buying and selling
Traceable Measurement
3.2.1. The need for a provision that specifies how measurements are to be ascertained
when, for any legal purpose, it is necessary to determine whether a measurement has
been made or is being made correctly with reference to Australian legal units of
measurement (ALUM)
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yes
3.2.2. Mechanisms of legal assurance for a measurement system applied broadly to
non‑trade purposes
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yes
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Measuring Instruments - how they're approved
Measurement-based Transactions - buying and selling