Dangerous Goods (Road Transport) Act 2009
51Direction in relation to pt 3.2 vehicle—dangerous
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51 Direction in relation to pt 3.2 vehicle—dangerous situation (1) This section applies if a part 3.2 vehicle is involved in an incident resulting in a dangerous situation. (2) An authorised person may give directions to the driver or a person apparently in charge of the vehicle about— (a) the transport of any goods in the vehicle from the place of the incident; or (b) how otherwise to deal with the goods. (3) The direction must— (a) be in writing and signed by the authorised person; and (b) state the name of the person to whom it is given; and (c) identify the incident; and (d) identify the goods to which it relates.
Other powers in relation to pt 3.2 vehicles Division 3.2.3 (4) However, if it is not practicable to give the direction in writing, the direction may be given orally and confirmed in writing within 48 hours.