Time running out to have your say on the future of explosives regulation

There is less than a week left to comment on the future regulation of explosives in Australia with the public comment period closing on Thursday 10 September.

The ‘Explosives Regulation in Australia: Discussion Paper and Consultation Regulation Impact Statement’ has been open to businesses, industries, workers and the wider community since July.

“Safe Work Australia is seeking comment on the current regulation of explosives and the impact this regulation may have on those involved in the explosives industry,” said Michelle Baxter, Safe Work Australia CEO.

“Variations between jurisdictions’ explosives regulation may have an impact on businesses, workers, regulators, interest groups and law enforcement agencies.

“This is an excellent opportunity for individuals, businesses and industries who import, manufacture, transport, store, supply, use and export explosives to provide information on any issues that may be raised by regulatory variations across jurisdictions, including the nature and extent of the impact of such issues on them.”

Baxter said the input received will help inform policy options and shape advice to Ministers on the future regulation of explosives.

For more information, or to have your say, go to Safe Work Australia Public Submissions.