Australian Capital Territory Current Regulations

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATION 2011 - REG 331

    (1)     This section applies if—

        (a)     a hazardous chemical is a research chemical, waste product or sample for analysis; and

        (b)     it is not reasonably practicable for a manufacturer or importer of the hazardous chemical to comply with schedule 7, section 7.1 (Safety data sheets—content).

    (2)     The manufacturer or importer must prepare a safety data sheet for the hazardous chemical that complies with schedule 7, section 7.2 (Safety data sheets—research chemical, waste product or sample for analysis).

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).