Australian Capital Territory Numbered Regulations

DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES (EXPLOSIVES) REGULATIONS 2004 (NO 10 OF 2004) - REG 329

    (1)     This regulation applies to fireworks stored for use by the permit-holder in the conduct of the display, if the fireworks are stored at—

        (a)     the display site; or

        (b)     another place stated in the permit for setting up the display.

Example for par (b)

fireworks stored on or near a barge (remote from the display site) where a display is being set up before the barge is towed to the ignition point at the display site

Note     An example is part of the regulations, is not exhaustive and may extend, but does not limit, the meaning of the provision in which it appears (see Legislation Act, s 126 and s 132).

    (2)     This regulation applies during the period, as stated in the permit, required for setting up, conducting and dismantling the display.

    (3)     Fireworks must be stored under this regulation—

        (a)     in accordance with part 2.7 (Storing explosives); or

        (b)     securely aboard a road or rail vehicle in accordance with part 2.6 (Carrying explosives); or

        (c)     in a portable magazine.

    (4)     If the fireworks are stored in a portable magazine, the magazine must be no closer than the defined minimum separation distance from—

        (a)     anyone except the permit-holder or someone authorised by the permit-holder to handle the firework; and

        (b)     any of the following:

              (i)     a building or structure;

              (ii)     a place where dangerous substances are stored;

              (iii)     a route for traffic of any kind (for example, motor vehicle, bicycle or pedestrian traffic);

              (iv)     a place where it is proposed that people will assemble to view the display.

Note     An example is part of the regulations, is not exhaustive and may extend, but does not limit, the meaning of the provision in which it appears (see Legislation Act, s 126 and s 132).

    (5)     While fireworks are stored under this regulation, a person authorised under the permit must be present at all times at the place the fireworks are being stored.

    (6)     In this regulation:

"defined minimum separation distance", for fireworks stored under this regulation, means the greater of the following:

        (a)     the greatest applicable separation distance under regulation 327 (Separation distances—outdoor displays);

        (b)     the greatest separation distance required under AS 2187.1 for the storage of fireworks of that kind.

Note     See AS 2187.1, s 3.