At the ERMA New Zealand / Retail Fireworks Industry liaison meeting
held in Auckland on 6 December 2007, proposals for further amendments to
the Hazardous Substances (Fireworks) Regulations 2001 were discussed.
The intent of these proposals is to lead to better control over the
acceptable level of percussive effect of retail fireworks.
ERMA New Zealand is now formally seeking submissions on the proposals
for changes to the Hazardous Substances (Fireworks) Regulations 2001.
The
attached consultation document outlines the changes proposed and
presents a number of questions relating to the changes for which comment
is specifically requested.
Submissions on this discussion document will close on 15
February 2008.
It is very important that you provide us with your comments by way of a
submission as your input will be carefully considered in determining the
nature and scope of any recommendations that will be put forward to the
Ministry for the Environment in respect of regulation amendments.
Thank you, in anticipation, for your assistance with this process for
improving the HSNO controls in this area. If you want any further
information on the proposals in the
attached document or on the amendment process being followed, please
do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to your response.
Please forward your submissions to:
Nikki McKenzie
Hazardous Substances Group
ERMA New Zealand
Ph: +64 4 918 4804
Email:
nikki.mckenzie@ermanz.govt.nz
