55GCarriage of offensive matter

#### 55G Carriage of offensive matter 55G Carriage of offensive matter > If a vessel is used on any navigable waters for the carriage of refuse or other offensive matter, the master and owner of the vessel must ensure— > > > (a) the vessel— > > > > > (i) is not secured to any public wharf, except where necessary for loading or unloading operations, and > > > > > (ii) is not secured in the vicinity of any recreation reserve or launching ramp or among other secured vessels, and > > > (b) the refuse or matter is, except during loading or unloading operations, effectively covered with canvas or such other material as Transport for NSW, the Port Authority of New South Wales or the relevant harbour master may approve. > > Maximum penalty—50 penalty units. > > **cl 55G:** Ins 2016 (613), Sch 1 \[13\].