How power may be exercised
281 How power may be exercised
The inspector may exercise the powers mentioned in sections 279(1) and 280(1)(b) and (5) (the emergency powers) with the help, and using the force, that is necessary and reasonable in the circumstances.
In exercising or attempting to exercise emergency powers, an inspector must take all reasonable steps to ensure the inspector causes as little inconvenience to any person at the place, and does as little damage, as is practicable in the circumstances.
If an inspector authorises a person to take steps under section 280(1)(c)—
the person may exercise the powers mentioned in section 280(5); and
the inspector must inform the person—
of the steps the person is authorised to take; and
of the person’s powers under this part.
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