Bush Fires Regulations 1954

For the purposes of section 22B(4) of the Act, off‑road activity carried out in the circumstances set out in subregulation (2) is prescribed.

The circumstances are that the off‑road activity is carried out —

in the course of trade or commerce or by, or on behalf of, a public authority; and

subject to subregulation (3), in an area other than an area in respect of which a ban is in force under regulation 24C; and

in accordance with the requirements set out in regulations 24ZI to 24ZL.

The off‑road activity may be carried out in an area in respect of which a ban is in force under regulation 24C if the off‑road activity is carried out as part of urgent works in relation to the provision or restoration of an essential service.