Distribution of Equipment to the Plant Quarantine Department

The National Ozone Unit has provided assistance to the Plant Quarantine Department through the provision of safety equipment and gas monitoring units. These will be used by the officers during inspection of fumigated containers. Methyl Bromide is a fumigant which is ozone depleting and controlled by the Montreal Protocol. Currently work in being done to phase out the use of this substance by encouraging the use of suitable alternatives.

 

Dr. Gowrie National Ozone Officer presents Mr. Loutan of the Plant Quarantine Department with safety equipment. Looking on are fellow Plant Quarantine officers and Ms. Neera Singh National Ozone Assistant