1080 training workshop to support landholders following Code of Practice changes

Media release|31 March 2026

Recent changes to Western Australia’s Code of Practice for Registered Pesticides have revised requirements for the safe use of restricted pesticides, including 1080, PAPP and strychnine. Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group (PHBG) is encouraging landholders to come along to an upcoming workshop to learn about their responsibilities under the revised Code.

“The requirement is still for landholders to complete training, obtain the appropriate permits, and use registered pesticides correctly as part of coordinated pest control efforts,” said Teele Hooper-Worrell, Executive Officer for PHBG.

Under Western Australian legislation, landholders must hold a Registered Pesticide Permit (RPP) to possess or use restricted pesticides such as 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate), PAPP (para-aminopropiophenone) and strychnine. The new Code has updated requirements for training, storage, transport and use of these products for private landholders.

To support landholders who wish to obtain or renew a permit, PHBG will host an RPP workshop on Tuesday 21 April, with a DPIRD biosecurity officer in attendance. The workshop will focus on the process of obtaining an RPP and understanding responsibilities under the revised Code of Practice.

“1080 remains one of the most effective tools for controlling feral animals at a landscape scale,” Ms Hooper-Worrell said.

“It’s practical, cost-effective, and capable of reducing pest populations across large areas when used as part of a coordinated pest control program. However, landholders do need to be properly trained to use 1080—or any restricted pesticide—so pest animals are targeted effectively with minimal risk to non-target species.”

PHBG’s upcoming workshop will cover:

• How to apply for a Registered Pesticide Permit

• Responsibilities under the updated Code of Practice

• Safe storage, transport and use of 1080

• Planning coordinated pest control programs

1080 Workshop Details

• Date: Tuesday 21 April 2026

• Location: Lesser Hall, Civic Centre, Pinjarra

• Time: 10 am- 4 pm

• Bookings: https://www.phbg.org/events  

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