111Interference etc. with equipment etc.

111 Interference etc. with equipment etc.

(1) A person must not: (a) interfere with or render ineffective; or (b) require or otherwise cause another person to interfere with or render ineffective; any protective equipment or safety device provided for the health, safety or welfare of employees or contractors at work.

Penalty: Imprisonment for 6 months.

(2) Subsection (1) does not apply if the person has a reasonable excuse.

Note: A defendant bears an evidential burden in relation to the matter in subsection (2) (see subsection 13.3(3) of the Criminal Code).