Annex

In-transit cold treatment is only permitted in self refrigerated (integral) shipping containers capable of the treatment for the entire duration of the trip.

A record of temperature probe calibration (for all the probes) must be included as attachments to the phytosanitary certificate.

The fruit pulp sensors must be calibrated and placed under the supervision of an officer authorised by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ). The calibration and placement of the fruit pulp sensors must meet Australian requirements.

Pulp temperature is to be recorded on an hourly basis to one decimal place throughout the treatment by using three fruit pulp sensor probes appropriately positioned across the treatment lot to account for temperature variations. Additional probes that measure fruit pulp temperature can be used to monitor cold treatment. Any data from the additional probes must also comply with the treatment requirements.

Shipping containers must be sealed once loading of the fruit is completed and seals must remain intact until the cold treatment is assessed and approved by the department.

The shipping/transport company must download the electronic temperature logs from the container and forward to the department (treatments@agriculture.gov.au) for treatment assessment and approval prior to container clearance.

Containers must be maintained at the required appropriate temperature until the treatment assessment is completed, as turning off power prematurely may lead to discontinuation of treatment.