Sydney, NSW (release-news ) June 29, 2022 - Established in 2014, Vigil Training College has been providing exceptional vocational education training to students to build their skills for the real world to achieve employment and perform better in workplaces. They are a registered Australian Vocational Education Organisation and deliver quality education through courses such as aged care course, business course, HSR training, CPR course Sydney, and more.


When asked about this, "When it comes to vocational education, our tutors at Vigil Training College are a step above the rest in the Sydney, New South Wales area. When you study with us, you gain the skills and knowledge necessary to not only help you get a job but also stand out from your co-workers," replied the spokesperson of Vigil Training College.

He also continued, "Vigil Training College is committed to being in full compliance with the professional code of conduct for a registered training organisation. We make this happen by reviewing our policies, processes, and operation practices regularly. We have always met the standards of NVR Registered Training Organisations 2012. We work with all our stakeholders to protect the welfare of participating students."

Vigil Training College is a registered Australian Vocational Education Organisation and delivers training courses for people working in security, first aid, hospitality, construction, aged care, HSR, and more. Their aged care course Sydney covers Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community), Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability, Home and Community), and Certificate IV in aged care both online and offline.

When asked about their first aid course Sydney, "With our first aid training course, individuals will learn the necessary skills for dealing with an emergency promptly and efficiently. Our experienced trainers will guide you throughout this course and teach you practical skills required to perform your duties as a first aid officer in your workplace," said the spokesperson.

"Got my RSA certificate here! Was a really well-done class, and it's a really respectful environment with regards to catering to mental health and other issues that may come up with testing and learning," commented Hollie, one of their happy students.

About Vigil Training College:

Since its inception in 2014, Vigil Training College has been providing high-quality and exceptional vocational education training to students working in the following fields: security, hospital, first aid, construction, aged care, HSR, and more. Visit https://vigiltrainingcollege.nsw.edu.au/ for more.

Contact Details:

Contact Name: Sehaj Chawla

Address:

Level 2/12-14 Wentworth St, Parramatta,
Sydney, NSW,
Australia - 2150

Phone Number: +61 1800 97 97 66

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SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is advising stakeholders that the European Union (EU) has signalled its intention to expand the scope of its lead restriction under entry 63 to Annex XVII of Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 ‘Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals’ (REACH).

Circulated by the World Trade Organization (WTO) on June 8, 2022, the draft regulation will restrict lead and its compounds in PVC polymers and copolymers.

There are several derogations in the proposed regulations, including:

• Certain PVC articles containing recovered rigid PVC permitted to be used for 10 years after the date of entry into force of the regulation, but subject to less than 1.5% lead in the recovered rigid PVC, and less than 0.1% lead for a layer of newly produced PVC or other material that covers the recovered rigid PVC. These PVC articles containing recovered rigid PVC are profiles and sheets for 1) specified applications in buildings and civil engineering works, 2) decks and terraces, and 3) specified interior building applications, as well as certain multi-layer pipes and fittings
• Suppliers of PVC articles containing recovered rigid PVC with 0.1% or more of lead directed to provide the statement ‘Contains lead’ on the article – this statement can be placed on the article packaging if it is not possible on the article
• Suppliers of PVC articles containing recovered rigid PVC required to provide documentation to national enforcement authorities, if requested, to substantiate the claims on the recovered origin of the PVC in those articles. Substantiation of such claims may include certificates issued by schemes to demonstrate traceability and recycled content, such as EN 15343:2007 ‘Plastics – Recycled Plastics – Plastics Recycling Traceability and Assessment of Conformity and Recycled Content’, or equivalent recognized standards. Claims made on the recovered origin of the PVC in imported articles must be accompanied by a certificate that provides equivalent proof of traceability and recycled content, issued by an independent third party

The following items are also exempted:

• PVC-silica separators in lead-acid batteries, for 10 years after the date of entry into force
• ‘Jewelry articles’ and ‘articles supplied to the general public that can be mouthed by children’ (paragraph 1, in accordance with paragraphs 2 to 5 & paragraph 7, in accordance with paragraphs 8 and 10) under entry 63 to Annex XVII of REACH
• Articles within the scope of four pieces of legislation:

1. Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 ‘Food contact materials and articles
2. Directive 2011/65/EC ‘Electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS recast)’
3. Directive 94/62/EC ‘Packaging and packaging waste’
4. Directive 2009/48/EC ‘Toy safety’

For more information, read SGS’s original SafeGuardS 077/22.

The WTO document states the draft regulation will be adopted in Q4 of 2022. It will then be brought into force 20 days after publication in the Official Journal of the EU and brought into effect two years later.

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Dr. HingWo Tsang

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Discovery Map International, the leading provider of colorful, hand-drawn maps of top destination cities and towns throughout North America, recently announced Jeff Willis as the new owner of Discovery Map of Melbourne, Florida and Discovery Map of Cocoa Beach. The purchase took place in early June 2022.

Willis hails from Buffalo, NY, but visits the Cocoa Beach and Melbourne area so often that he feels like a resident. He has a successful career as an executive in the commercial audio and video industry and prior experience in wholesale technology products distribution. In both industries, he led diverse digital and print marketing strategies which successfully drove growth for his customers. After researching several business opportunities and Discovery Map markets, Willis chose the Melbourne and Cocoa Beach markets to establish his business.

Both the Melbourne and Cocoa maps have been published in the past and have a long history of success in the Space Coast. Willis looks to build upon that now that he has purchased the businesses.

“Our goal is to first take care of the existing advertisers and build on their success, and second, aim to attract new advertisers and welcome them to the family,” said Willis. “We will work tirelessly to make sure that our printed maps are available in hundreds of locations in each market, all year long, and that advertisers’ messages are also optimized digitally.

This will be the first time that the Melbourne and Cocoa maps will be under the same owner.

“It was important to purchase both the Melbourne and Cocoa businesses and ensure that advertisers in the Space Coast areas can rely on a consistent, robust approach and strategy,” he added.

Discovery Maps are colorful, hand-drawn maps that have become a favorite of travelers for navigating local dining, attractions, businesses, cultural experiences and tourist destinations.

“As much as we rely on technology, people prefer printed maps when vacationing,” said Willis. “However, Discovery Map also has a strong digital presence that works hand in hand with the printed map and brings even more value to advertisers. The printed and digital maps are truly like works of art and reveal the character of an area... and both Melbourne and Cocoa Beach have plenty of that to go along with the natural beauty of the rivers, parks and beaches along the Atlantic Ocean.”

Discovery Map of Melbourne will feature and build on the local businesses and tourist experiences in Melbourne’s beach areas, downtown Main Street and surrounding areas. The Discovery Map of Cocoa Beach will similarly feature restaurants, shopping venues, experiences and other parts of Cocoa Beach, historic Cocoa Beach Village, Merritt Island, Port Canaveral and Cape Canaveral.

Discovery Maps are typically found on display in local stores, restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions. In addition to the printed map, DiscoveryMap.com offers curated content for visitors and those planning a trip (it’s even great for locals who are unaware of their own town’s hidden gems). The interactive map found on the website is to scale, thus can be used for turn-by-turn directions, as well as to access detailed information about areas of interest, places to eat, lodging and other noteworthy sites.

Discovery Map has more than 130 maps across the U.S. and Canada, including several maps already well established across Florida. Willis added he will work closely with Discovery Map business owners nearest to the Space Coast to ensure the best experience for his clients.

Discovery Map is a consistent winner of Franchise Business Review’s top 50 in franchisee satisfaction.

Businesses interested in placing an ad in the upcoming Discovery Map of Melbourne and Discovery Map of Cocoa Beach editions can call or text Jeff at (321) 408-8971 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Instagram @SpaceCoastMap

To learn more about Discovery Map, visit discoverymap.com

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published an article in its Product Conformity Assessment (PCA) Newsletter looking at the provisions in Tanzania’s pre-shipment verification of conformity (PVoC) program and recent changes to banned and prohibited goods.  

Tanzania has enforced a PVoC program for general goods since 2012. It helps the government to protect citizens and the environment while ensuring products offered onto the market conform to accepted quality criteria.

SGS’s PCA Newsletter article looks at the program’s objectives, labeling requirements and recent changes to the list of banned and prohibited products – plastic bags and cosmetics.  

Read the original PCA Newsletter article, ‘Pre-shipment Verification of Conformity for Tanzania’. [link to: www.sgs.com/en/news/2022/06/pre-shipment-verification-of-conformity-for-tanzania]

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SGS assists companies around the world in successfully accessing markets in Africa and the Middle East. Utilizing an unrivalled network of industry specialists and state-of-the-art laboratories, they provide high-quality conformity assessment solutions to exporters in all industry sectors. SGS is also contracted by several governments to provide pre-export verification of conformity (or PVoC) services. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS PCA Services.

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We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published an article in its Product Conformity Assessment (PCA) Newsletter looking at recent changes to Uganda’s Pre-export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) program.

Uganda has enforced a PVoC program for imported goods for several years. It ensures products offered onto the market in Uganda conform to a set of mandatory standards that are periodically reviewed and updated.

SGS’s PCA Newsletter article looks at the impact of recent changes, covering the updated Schedule of Compulsory Uganda Standards, mandatory PVoC inspections for fishing gear, and the acceptability of laboratory test reports.  

Read the original PCA Newsletter article, ‘New Developments in Uganda’s PVoC Program’

SGS Product Conformity Assessment (PCA) Services

SGS assists companies around the world in successfully accessing markets in Africa and the Middle East. Utilizing an unrivalled network of industry specialists and state-of-the-art laboratories, they provide high-quality conformity assessment solutions to exporters in all industry sectors. SGS is also contracted by several governments to provide pre-export verification of conformity (or PVoC) services. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested. Learn more about SGS PCA Services.

Subscribe to PCA Newsletter

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Website: www.sgs.com/cp

LinkedIn: www.sgs.com/linkedinconsumer  

About SGS

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 96,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.