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About Us

Over 40 Years of Service

Established in 1964, the Aerosol Association of Australia Inc. has approximately 50 members involved in the manufacture and marketing of aerosol products and major suppliers to these companies.

Our mission is to:

  • Foster high standards for the industry, and concern for the health, safety and environmental impacts of its products;
  • Address legislative and regulatory challenges at the Federal and State levels;
  • Meet the needs of industry for technical and legal guidance;
  • Provide a forum to encourage and share ideas; and
  • Foster the growth and well-being of the industry and promote the image of the aerosol package.

Activities

PROMOTIONAL - The Association has an extensive promotional campaign, designed to correct the widespread misconception that aerosols still damage the ozone layer and to promote the recyclability of tinplate aerosols.

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In conjunction with the Aerosol Association of New Zealand, the Association developed the "It's OK to Spray" logo (a registered Trade Mark) which is used widely in the campaign and on products.

 

This slogan has subsequently been adopted by the US and South African aerosol industries and was the theme of the 2001 International Aerosol Congress held in Maastricht.

The Association has invested over $4 million in print, television and radio campaigns and in project material for primary and secondary school students.

These campaigns have won recognition at home and abroad and in 1999 the Association's radio campaign - developed by the John Bevins agency - won a Silver WorldMedal (TM) at the prestigious New York Festivals.

Click on the title to listen to the award winning radio ads:

 

RECYCLING - Through its membership of the Steel Can Recycling Council Inc. the Association helps fund the CansmartTM Steel Can Recycling Campaign.

GRAFFITI - Concern with graffiti vandalism has led some to propose legislative controls on the sale and display of spray paints.

In contrast, the Association promotes voluntary initiatives to address shop theft including the "responsible retailer" initiatives adopted in some US cities, along with greater community debate about the complex social issues of which graffiti is but one - albeit highly visible - symptom.

Graffiti Article 2008

 

STATISTICS - An annual survey of aerosol manufacture is coordinated by the Association and the collated results distributed free to participating companies.

STANDARDS - The Association takes a lead role on the PK/13 Standards Committee, responsible for AS2278 - "The Aerosol Standard".

  to purchase a copy of the Standard. 

REGULATORY - The Association has representation on a number of bodies and through these is involved in issues such as:

  • Dangerous Goods Storage and Transport;
  • Registration of Pesticides;
  • Poisons Scheduling; and
  • Occupational Health and Safety.

NEWSLETTER - A bi-monthly newsletter to members keeps them informed on current issues and includes information from the Association's extensive contacts with 'sister' organisations overseas.

MEMBERS' FUNCTIONS - Regular breakfast briefings are held for members on topical issues.

The Association also works with major members and overseas associations to host visiting speakers on aerosol technology and overseas developments.

STRUCTURE - The Association is incorporated under the NSW Associations Incorporation Act 1984 and governed by a 10 person elected Executive Committee which includes representation from all sectors of the industry.

Administration and day-to-day management is by a full time Executive Director and part time Executive Assistant.

Specialist sub-committees deal with major areas of concern including:

  • Household Insecticides;
  • Dangerous Goods (transport & warehousing);
  • Technical Matters; &
  • Public Affairs.

RELATIONSHIPS - The Association is a member of the following organisations:

Europe - Fédération Européenne des Aérosols ('FEA').

USA - Consumer Specialty Products Association ('CSPA').

 
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Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in the publications and articles found in this website,
the Aerosol Association of Australia Inc. does not guarantee its correctness nor accept any legal responsibility.

"It’s OK to Spray" is a registered trademark of the Aerosol Association of Australia Inc.

Last Updated: 17 August 2010