54   Single occasion fireworks permit

(1)  An individual may apply to the WorkCover Authority for a single occasion fireworks permit to:

(a)  receive or use display fireworks, or

(b)  use a distress signal other than as a distress signal, or

(c)  use a model rocket propellant device containing an ignitable substance or ignitable substances exceeding 62.5 grams in mass.

(2)  An application must:

(a)  set out the purposes for which the fireworks are, or the signal or device is, to be used, and

(b)  nominate the period for which the permit is required, and

(c)  be made in an approved manner, and

(d)  be accompanied by the fee fixed for the time being by the WorkCover Authority to cover expenses in connection with applications for a permit of the type concerned.

(3)  The WorkCover Authority may issue a single occasion fireworks permit, for a period not exceeding 7 days, to an applicant if it is satisfied that he or she:

(a)  is of or above the age of 18 years, and

(b)  has a good and sufficient reason for using the fireworks, signal or device for the purposes set out in the application, and

(c)  has attained a level of competence in the safe use of the fireworks, signal or device, that is recognised by the WorkCover Authority for the purposes of obtaining a permit, and

(d)  in the case of an application to use display fireworks, can be trusted to receive, have in possession, convey and use the fireworks.

(4)  A permit issued under this clause is subject to the conditions specified in it (including conditions that the WorkCover Authority considers appropriate in the interests of the safety and the welfare of the community).

(5)  Subject to clause 58, a permit issued under this clause authorises its holder to:

(a)  in the case of a permit to receive and use display fireworks—receive and use display fireworks of the types specified in the permit, and

(b)  in the case of a permit to use a distress signal or model rocket propellant device—use the signal or device for the purposes set out in the permit,

      but only if the person does so in accordance with the permit’s conditions.

(6)  Subject to clause 58, a permit issued under this clause authorises any person acting under the direct supervision of its holder to:

(a)  in the case of a permit to receive and use display fireworks—use display fireworks of the types specified in the permit, and

(b)  in the case of a permit to use a distress signal or model rocket propellant device—use the signal or device for the purposes set out in the permit,

      but only if the person does so in accordance with the permit’s conditions.

(7)  A permit issued under this clause is in force only for the day or days specified in it.