Environmental Management and Pollution Control (Waste Management) Regulations 2020
17Controlled waste transporters not to transport certain wastes
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17 Controlled waste transporters not to transport certain wastes
(1) A controlled waste transporter must not receive any of the following wastes for transport:
(a) hot ash;
(b) material that is burning or smouldering;
(c) material that is likely to combust spontaneously;
(d) an explosive;
(e) live ammunition.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 50 penalty units.
(2) Subregulation (1) does not apply in relation to a waste if the waste is received for transport –
(a) under and in accordance with a relevant authority; or
(b) in accordance with an approved management method that applies to the receiving of the waste for transport.