to ask the Speaker:

In respect of electronic detection units at Parliament House that scan for traces of bomb-making materials:

(a)

how many units are there,

(b)

what make and model is each unit,

(c)

where is each unit located,

(d)

when was each unit purchased and at what price,

(e)

how often is each unit calibrated and by whom,

(f)

how many staff are currently trained to operate the units,

(g)

how often are staff given refresher courses in the operation of the units, and

(h)

how many days in the last year was each unit used; and

(i)

if the units are not operated regularly, whynot.