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he/she is in possession of a permit issued by the Mining Timber Permit Board (Section 45). The Minister of Mines
and Energy may also require that certain measures be taken by the owner or occupier of private land to prevent
environmental damage resulting from tree felling or cutting methods (Section 56).
2.9.3.5 Natural Resources Act (20:13 – Revised 1996)
The Natural Resources Act provides for the conservation and improvement of natural resources both inside and
outside Communal Lands. It also allows for establishment of the Natural Resources Board, Intensive
Conservation Areas, and soil and water use restrictions. It does not provide legislative authority for the
establishment of a Natural Resources Ministry and Department to manage natural resources, control pollution or
carry out environmental assessments.
2.9.3.6 Hazardous Substances Act (Chapter 322 - 1972)
The Hazardous Substances and Articles Act assigns substances to one of three groups for regulation and control
and is administered by the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare. The Act can apply to any substance or mixture of
substances which may endanger the health of human beings, domestic or wild animals, birds or fishes as a result
of its toxic, corrosive, irritant, sensitory, inflammable or radio active nature.
2.9.3.7 Explosives Act (Chapter 307 - 1961)
The Explosives Act deals with the manufacture, purchase, possession, delivery, storage, use and conveyance of
explosives. Licences and/or permits are required for these activities. There are no sections within the regulations
or the Act that could be interpreted as being related to environmental protection.
2.9.3.8 Public Health Act (15:09 – Revised 1996)
The Public Health Act makes provisions to safeguard public health. In environmental terms it can prohibit or
regulate activities likely to pollute streams, which, in time, can become a nuisance or danger to health (Section 68).
In addition, nuisances are prohibited. Nuisance, as defined by the Act, covers a wide variety of health, safety and
hygiene aspects. The powers of this Act could be broad ranging if required.
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