Building Regulations 2016
39Operation of plumbing installations
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39 Operation of plumbing installations
Each of the following persons must ensure that a plumbing installation is operated and maintained in accordance with the Act and the National Construction Code:
(a) a person who –
(i) occupies the premises where the plumbing installation is installed; and
(ii) has a contractual obligation to operate or maintain all, or part, of the plumbing installation;
(b) the owner of the premises where the plumbing installation is installed.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 50 penalty units and, in the case of a continuing offence, a further fine not exceeding 15 penalty units for each day during which the offence continues.