5. Analysis of Samples 5.1 Analysis by an Occupier Nominated Independent Analyst When an occupier has nominated an independent analyst pursuant to clause 14.1(b) and that analyst takes a sample, the first portion of each sample or composite sample shall be analysed to determine those characteristics which may be specified by the Council in the occupier’s consent. 5.2 Analysis by a Council Nominated Independent Analyst When an occupier has not nominated an independent analyst pursuant to clause 14.1(b), the Council will collect the sample. It shall deliver the first portion to the occupier if requested according to clause 13.3 and shall have the second portion of each sample or composite sample analysed by an independent analyst nominated by the Council to determine those characteristics which may be specified by the Council in the occupant’s consent. 5.3 Alternative Methods (a) Alternative methods of analysis of any tradewaste characteristic may be used instead of the methods approved in accordance with clause 14 of this Bylaw if the alternative method or methods are agreed upon in writing by both the occupier and the Council at the time the consent to discharge is granted, and the alternative method or methods are described in the notice of consent. (b) Methods of analysis and preservation approved by the Council under clause 14 of this Bylaw are available for public inspection at the offices of the Council. 5.4 Sample Storage (a) When samples are stored prior to analysis, they shall be kept in a manner which as far as possible preserves the samples' characteristics. (b) When it is not possible to preserve a particular characteristic of a sample, then analysis of the sample to determine that characteristic shall begin promptly upon receipt of the sample. 5.5 Completion of Analysis Every analysis shall be completed by an independent analyst within five working days of receipt of the sample by the independent analyst. 5.6 Delivery of Measurement Results Where any analysis is completed by an independent analyst in accordance with the provisions of this Bylaw, the independent analyst shall deliver a copy of the results of the analysis to the Council and to the occupier within six working days. Any non-compliance with the terms of the consent must be reported to the Council and to the occupier as soon as is practically possible and within one working day. Page 25