Australian Capital Territory Numbered Regulations

DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES (EXPLOSIVES) REGULATIONS 2004 (NO 10 OF 2004) - REG 75

    (1)     This regulation applies if a repair or alteration is to be made to—

        (a)     any equipment (for example, mixers, receptacles and tools) that has come into contact with an explosive mixture; or

        (b)     any premises where an explosive mixture is or has been stored.

Note     An example is part of the Act, 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)     If the repair or alteration will require the use of a potential source of heat, flame or sparks (for example, welding, cutting or grinding equipment)—

        (a)     the explosive mixture must be moved to a safe place; and

        (b)     any residual trace of the explosive mixture must be removed before the repair or alteration begins.

    (3)     In this regulation:

"explosive mixture "includes a component of an explosive mixture.