Responsible Entity Risk, Consequence and Contingency Plans (RERCC Plan) are required under the Circular Economy (Waste Reduction and Recycling) Act 2021 (CE Act). They must consider the Circular Economy Risk, Consequence and Contingency (CERCC) Plan and be accompanied by a Statement of Assurance.
The purpose of a RERCC Plan is to:
- identify risks of serious failure, disruption or hindrance to the provision of waste, recycling or resource recovery services
- specify the actions that the responsible entity is taking, or proposes to take, to prevent or minimise such risks
- respond to measures in the CERCC Plan.
How to prepare a RERRC Plan and Statement of Assurance
The Circular Economy (Waste Reduction and Recycling) (Risk, Consequence and Contingency Plans and Other Matters) Regulations 2023 (CE RCCP Regulations) details the information that a RERCC Plan must include. Refer to Regulation 12 for the minimum requirements.
We encourage you to use the optional template to prepare your RERCC Plan and Statement of Assurance. The template addresses the relevant requirements in the CE Act and CE RCCP Regulations and helps you meet the reporting obligations.
To receive a copy of the optional template, email us at responsible.entity@epa.vic.gov.au.
You can develop your own RERCC Plan and Statement of Assurance, provided all relevant requirements from the CE Act and CE RCCP Regulations are met.
Complying with a RERCC Plan
Once you submit your RERCC Plan, you must comply with it and monitor its implementation.
If you become aware that you cannot comply with any part of your RERCC Plan, you must notify us as soon as reasonably practicable by email at responsible.entity@epa.vic.gov.au or by calling 1300 372 842.
Penalties can be applied under Sections 74D and 74H of the CE Act for non-compliance with RERCC Plans and requirements to notify.
Support for responsible entities
We are available to support you with meeting your regulatory obligations. To speak with someone in our team, please email responsible.entity@epa.vic.gov.au or call 1300 372 842.
Information privacy and security
Information provided by responsible entities will be stored and managed in accordance with the Victorian Government guidelines for information and assets security.
Exemptions
You may apply for exemptions from certain provisions in the regulations, regarding the content of your RERCC Plan.
Exemptions cannot be granted for complying with the in-force CERCC Plan, preparing and submitting a RERCC Plan, or submitting a Statement of Assurance.
We encourage you to contact us to discuss your circumstances and request an exemption application form.
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