IPA pbr 10.2.2-viewing-and-managing-applications — IP Australia Plant Breeder's Rights Manual – 10.2.2 Viewing and Managing Applications

Also in this Chapter: 10.2.1 Accessing the QP Portal 10.2.3 Submitting PETAs and Detailed Descriptions 10.2.4 Portal Statuses 10.2.5 Application Data and Supporting Tools 10.2.6 Images, Datasheets and Part 2 Applications On this Page Overview Why can’t I see one of my applications? How do I assign an application to myself? How do I know when action is required? Overview The Qualified Persons (QP) Portal is accessed by QPs through Online Services and used to lodge and amend pre-examination trial agreements (PETA) and detailed descriptions. Why can’t I see one of my applications? Applications will only appear in the QP Portal when: the application has been accepted you are recorded as the nominated qualified person you are using the same Online Services as your QP accreditation is linked to the application is active Applications do not appear in the portal after grant, withdrawal or refusal. Each application can only be assigned to one QP. How do I assign an application to myself? Applications cannot be reassigned through the QP Portal. To assign an application to yourself: the applicant or their agent must lodge a Change of QP form; and IP Australia will assess the request if approved, IP Australia will notify you and reassign the application in the system How do I know when action is required? You will be notified when an application requires action. Once an application has been accepted with you nominated as the QP, the examiner will notify you by email. Applications requiring action are also listed under Action required in the QP portal. Status indicators include: Pending PETA Pending Detailed Description Typical actions include: drafting a PETA submitting a PETA amending a submitted PETA drafting a detailed description submitting a detailed description amending a submitted detailed description Following consideration of a PETA or detailed description, correspondence will be issued in accordance with the relevant PBR examination procedures. Enquiries regarding correspondence or examination matters may be directed to pbr@ipaustralia.gov.au.