8Minimisation of dimensions

8 Minimisation of dimensions

(1)  A person must not use, or cause or permit the use of, an oversize vehicle that is a light vehicle unless –

(a) any booms are fully retracted; and

(b) the vehicle and load are reduced to the smallest practicable dimensions.

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.

(2)  A person must not use, or cause or permit the use of, a light vehicle or light combination unless it is loaded so as to minimise its dimensions.

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.