19Obligations of manufacturers, importers and suppliers of explosives

19 Obligations of manufacturers, importers and suppliers of explosives

(1)  A manufacturer, importer or supplier of explosives has the following obligations:

(a) to ensure that the explosives are in a condition that is safe for handling;

(b) to ensure that appropriate information about the safe handling of the explosives is provided with, or before the receipt of, the explosives.

(2)  For subsection (1)(b) , information is appropriate if it clearly identifies the explosives and specifies –

(a) the precautions to be taken for the safe handling of the explosives; and

(b) the hazards associated with the handling of the explosives.