70Guidelines and directions for handling of dangerous goods

70 Guidelines and directions for handling of dangerous goods

70 Guidelines and directions for handling of dangerous goods

(1) The relevant authority for a port may, from time to time, issue written guidelines or directions (the port guidelines or directions) for the handling of dangerous goods in or on a port operational area of the port.

(2) The port guidelines or directions must not be inconsistent with this Part.

(3) Without limiting subsection (1), port guidelines or directions may make provision for the following—

(a) the specification of maximum NEQs for explosives,

(b) the specification of minimum separation distances for dangerous goods,

(c) the specification of separation requirements for dangerous goods,

(d) the specification of time limits for the storage or handling of dangerous goods at port facilities,

(e) the prohibition of the handling of specified kinds of dangerous goods,

(f) the approved form or method for applications, approvals or notices under this Part,

(g) the supporting documentation and other information required by the relevant authority for the purposes of this Part,

(h) the training required under this Part for—

(i) personnel of a port facility operator involved in handling explosives or chemicals, and

(ii) ship personnel involved in handling explosives or chemicals.

(4) The power to issue port guidelines or directions includes the power to amend or revoke the port guidelines or directions.

(5) Port guidelines or directions may incorporate, by reference wholly or in part and with or without modification, guidelines, standards, rules, codes, specifications or methods that are—

(a) prescribed or published by an authority or body, whether or not a New South Wales authority or body, and

(b) in force at a particular time or as in force from time to time.