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INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT
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THE MEASUREMENT LAW REVIEW
The National Department of Industry, Innovation and
Science is currently undertaking a review of the Act
to ensure the legislative framework is fit for purpose.
The Measurement Law Review is identifying aspects
of Australia’s measurement framework that can be
modernised, streamlined or simplified and has 4
objectives:
1. developing and advancing measurement activities
that support Australia and its economy
2. strengthening strategic measurement capabilities
3. supporting confidence in measurement -
domestically and internationally
4. promoting innovation through a modern approach
to measurement infrastructure.
Through the AHA, the QHA has provided input to the
review via submission and further consultation will
occur pending any proposed options for reform. The
QHA considers that the scope of the current legislation
as it pertains to our membership and industry sector is
sufficiently broad and fit for purpose.
AUDITS ARE EXPECTED (AGAIN)
Members will recall that in 2019, inspectors from the
National Measurement Institute conducted audits on
over 800 hotels, clubs, bars and restaurants across
the country. These were predominantly mystery
shopper style visits where alcoholic products were
ordered and tested for volume accuracy and use of
approved measuring instruments.
Some key numbers from the 2019 audit included:
• 807 premises tested Australia wide
• 213 failed (28%)
• Penalties included letters of warning and fines –
but no prosecutions.
The QHA will be providing education and awareness
materials to members in the coming months in
anticipation of audits later in the year.
We strongly support the responsible service of alcohol
within our venues and understand that staff training
in the correct and accurate measurement of alcohol
dispensation is critical. Through correct measurement
practices both the venue and the consumer can have
confidence in the number of standard drinks being
consumed and that they receive full-measure.