Australian Capital Territory Current Regulations

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATION 2011 - REG 329

The manufacturer or importer of a substance, mixture or article must, before first supplying it to a workplace—

        (a)     determine whether the substance, mixture or article is a hazardous chemical; and

        (b)     if the substance, mixture or article is a hazardous chemical—ensure that the hazardous chemical is correctly classified in accordance with schedule 9, part 9.1 (Correct classification).

Maximum penalty:

        (a)     in the case of an individual—$6 000; or

        (b)     in the case of a body corporate—$30 000.

Note     Strict liability applies to each physical element of each offence under this regulation, unless otherwise stated (see  s 6A).