Section 7: Functions of Board

7. Functions of Board (1) The Board shall— (a) classify dangerous chemicals in accordance with the Fifth Schedule, after consultation with the Council; (b) disseminate to other law enforcement agencies and public departments information relating to dangerous chemicals; (c) ensure coordination and co-operation amongst the law enforcement agencies, Government departments and other institutions for the effective control of dangerous chemicals; (d) develop such policies and administrative measures as are necessary to ensure prompt and effective consultation on matters relating to dangerous chemicals; (e) consider applications for the grant of licences, permits and authorisations under this Act; [Issue 7] D1 – 6 Revised Laws of Mauritius (f) issue any prohibition notice under section 30; (g) consider any request for the advertisement of a dangerous chemical after consultation with the Council; (h) register dangerous chemicals in such manner as may be prescribed; (i) carry out such other duties as may be necessary for the control of dangerous chemicals. (2) The Board may set up such committees as appropriate for such purposes as it may determine. (3) The Board shall keep such registers as may be necessary for the control of dangerous chemicals. (4) The Board shall keep the Council informed of its activities at such intervals as the Council may direct. PART III – ENFORCING AGENCIES