The obligation
Part 8 provides for recognition of agencies, persons and classes of persons, with duties, conditions, suspension, withdrawal, surrender and a public register.
The Director-General may recognise agencies, persons and classes of persons, and may impose or vary conditions of recognition. Recognition has a set duration and may be renewed before expiry; ongoing fees, charges or levies may apply. Recognised agencies and recognised persons have statutory duties and are accountable to the Director-General. Recognition can be suspended, withdrawn or surrendered.
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- Part 8 provides for recognition of agencies, persons and classes of persons, with duties, conditions, suspension, withdrawal, surrender and a public register.
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Animal Products Act 1999 — Recognition of Agencies and Persons is a WHS requirement set out in Animal Products Act 1999 (NZ). The relevant provision is Part 8 § 101–124.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Animal Products Act 1999 — Recognition of Agencies and Persons is a WHS obligation under Animal Products Act 1999 (NZ). In short, Part 8 provides for recognition of agencies, persons and classes of persons, with duties, conditions, suspension, withdrawal, surrender and a public register.
What changed recently?
Animal Products Act 1999 — Recognition of Agencies and Persons was last updated on 19 October 2026.