51Damage to infrastructure

51 Damage to infrastructure

A person must not use, or cause or permit the use of, a vehicle or combination that is the subject of an exemption unless, before the vehicle or combination is used on a particular route, the route is assessed by that person and the person is satisfied that the vehicle or combination can be used on that route without causing –

(a) disruption to telecommunication, electricity, rail, gas, water or sewerage services; or

(b) damage to any road (including a bridge), structure or rail crossing.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) a first offence, a fine not exceeding 20 penalty units; or

(b) a subsequent offence, a fine not exceeding 40 penalty units.