32Reliance on results of research

#### 32 Reliance on results of research (1) In particular, but without limiting what constitutes taking reasonable steps as required by section 15, 16 or 19, for the purpose of the application of those sections to carrying out research, testing and examining plant or a substance, a person on whom the obligation is imposed under section 15, 16 or 19 is taken to have taken such reasonable steps as that section requires, if subsection (2) applies. (2) This subsection applies if: (a) the research, testing or examination has already been carried out by or on behalf of someone else; and (b) it was reasonable for the person to rely on that research, testing or examination.