Enforcement

Definition of safe and unsafe

'Safe' and 'unsafe' are defined terms and are not opposites. They are better understood as defined points on a spectrum of risk of harm or damage to property.

Infringement notices

If an investigation or audit made by us indicates that there is serious non-compliance, or there is a previous history of non-compliance, an infringement notice may be issued. This is accompanied by an infringement fee.

Offences and prosecutions

We may prosecute rather than issue an infringement notice. This will usually happen when this is considered necessary for deterrent effect or when an infringement notice has not achieved correction of a non-compliance situation. This will be considered on a case by case basis.

Prohibitions and urgent instructions

If it is determined that a serious safety risk is occurring or could occur, then a prohibition or an urgent instruction may be issued.

Warnings, advisories, bans and recalls

Warnings, advisories, bans and recalls are different enforcement measures that can be used by us if we believe there is an issue with a product or installation.