7BChemicals to which early introduction permit can apply

7B Chemicals to which early introduction permit can apply

For paragraph 30A(1A)(c) of the Act, the criteria are: (a) set out in: (i) clauses 2 and 3 of Schedule 1AA; or (ii) clause 2 of Schedule 1AB; and (b) the requirement that the introduction of the chemical is consistent with the reasonable protection of occupational health and safety, public health and the environment, taking into account the following matters: (i) the proposed nature of the use of the chemical; (ii) the extent of the proposed use of the chemical; (iii) the effect of the chemical on the environment; (iv) the effect of the chemical on occupational health and safety and public health; (v) the structure and activity of the chemical; (vi) whether, in Australia or overseas, the chemical is the subject of: (A) investigations initiated by a person because of concerns about a possible adverse effect on occupational health and safety, public health or the environment; or (B) action taken by a person to control the use of, or access to, the chemical.