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Maximum penalty for causing serious harm by radiation exposure increased from $10,000 to $2M (corporations); Pesticides Act penalties also significantly increased.
The Act amends the Radiation Act 1990 and the Pesticides Act 1999 to increase maximum penalties in line with the POEO Act reforms. Under Radiation Act s 24, the penalty for causing serious harm by radiation exposure rises from $10,000 to $2,000,000 for corporations. Corresponding increases apply to individual penalties. Pesticides Act maximum penalties are similarly elevated to ensure proportionate deterrence for environmental harm.
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- Maximum penalty for causing serious harm by radiation exposure increased from $10,000 to $2M (corporations); Pesticides Act penalties also significantly increased.
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Increased Penalties Under Radiation Act 1990 and Pesticides Act 1999 is a WHS requirement set out in Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Act 2024 (NSW). It is made under Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 (NSW). The relevant provision is NSW > Environment > Radiation / Pesticides > Penalties § Radiation Act 1990 s 24; Pesticides Act 1999 (various).
What does this WHS obligation require?
Increased Penalties Under Radiation Act 1990 and Pesticides Act 1999 is a WHS obligation under Environment Protection Legislation Amendment (Stronger Regulation and Penalties) Act 2024 (NSW). In short, Maximum penalty for causing serious harm by radiation exposure increased from $10,000 to $2M (corporations); Pesticides Act penalties also significantly increased.
What changed recently?
Increased Penalties Under Radiation Act 1990 and Pesticides Act 1999 was last updated on 3 September 2026.
