(1) The mutual recognition principle and the provisions of this Act may be taken into consideration in proceedings of any kind and for any purpose.
(2) Nothing in this Act prevents a person from relying on the mutual recognition principle in relation to more than 2 States.
Note: The mutual recognition principle applies in relation to goods (see section 8), occupations that are equivalent (see section 16) and activities covered by occupations (see section 42A).