(1) If a sample taken in accordance with this Subdivision is analysed, it must be analysed—
(a) in accordance with the prescribed standards, if any; and
(b) by an analyst authorised under this section, if the regulations so require.
(2) The Minister may authorise, by notice published in the Government Gazette, persons whom the Minister considers to be appropriately qualified to carry out analyses for the purposes of this Subdivision.
(3) An authority given under subsection (1) may be in respect of a particular type of analysis specified in the authority.
(4) The Minister must cause the name of a person authorised under this section to be laid before the Legislative Council and the Legislative Assembly before the expiration of the seventh sitting day of the Council or the Assembly, as the case may be, after the date of publication of the notice in the Government Gazette.
S. 464ZC inserted by No. 84/1989 s. 5, substituted by No. 129/1993 s. 7.