40Functions of authorised officers

40 Functions of authorised officers

40 Functions of authorised officers

(1) An authorised officer may exercise the functions conferred by Division 2 if the officer believes on reasonable grounds that it is necessary to do so for the purposes of this Act or the regulations, including the following purposes—

(a) an inspection, audit or inquiry under this Act,

(b) to determine whether there has been a contravention of this Act or the regulations.

(2) An authorised officer must not use any more force than is reasonably necessary to enter premises under this Act or to do anything for which entry is effected.

(3) An authorised officer must do as little damage as possible when exercising a function under this Act.