Australian Capital Territory Current Regulations Australian Capital Territory Current Regulations(1) A person conducting a business or undertaking must—
(a) establish first-aid procedures and rescue procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency in a confined space; and
(b) ensure that the procedures are practised as necessary to ensure that they are efficient and effective.
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).
(2) The person must ensure that first-aid and rescue procedures are initiated from outside the confined space as soon as practicable in an emergency.
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).
(3) The person must ensure, in relation to any confined space, that—
(a) the entry and exit openings of the confined space are large enough to allow emergency access; and
(b) the entry and exit openings of the space are not obstructed; and
(c) plant, equipment and personal protective equipment provided for first-aid or emergency rescue are maintained in good working order.
Maximum penalty:
(a) in the case of an individual—$6 000; or
(b) in the case of a body corporate—$30 000.
Note 1 Strict liability applies to each physical element of each offence under this regulation, unless otherwise stated (see s 6A).
Note 2 See pt 3.2 for general provisions relating to first-aid, personal protective equipment and emergency plans.