(1) This regulation applies if the quantity of a Schedule 11 hazardous chemical used, handled, generated or stored at a workplace exceeds the manifest quantity for that hazardous chemical.
(2) A person conducting a business or undertaking at the workplace must give a copy of the emergency plan prepared under Part 3.2, Division 4 for the workplace to the primary emergency service organisation.
Maximum penalty:
(a) in the case of an individual – $6 000.
(b) in the case of a body corporate – $30 000.
Note for subregulation (2)
Strict liability applies to each physical element of this offence. See section 12B of the Act.
(3) If the primary emergency service organisation gives the person a written recommendation about the content or effectiveness of the emergency plan, the person must revise the plan in accordance with the recommendation.
Maximum penalty:
(a) in the case of an individual – $6 000.
(b) in the case of a body corporate – $30 000.
Note for subregulation (3)
Strict liability applies to each physical element of this offence. See section 12B of the Act.