Electrical Safety Regulation 2026
sec.47Requirement on person in control to fix defect
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sec.47 Requirement on person in control to fix defect
This section applies if an inspector or an electricity entity reasonably believes a defect exists that affects the electrical safety of electrical equipment. The inspector or electricity entity may, by notice, require the person in control of the electrical equipment to take all reasonable steps to ensure the defect is fixed within a stated period. The person in control of the electrical equipment must comply with the notice unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units. (sec.47-ssec.1) This section applies if an inspector or an electricity entity reasonably believes a defect exists that affects the electrical safety of electrical equipment. (sec.47-ssec.2) The inspector or electricity entity may, by notice, require the person in control of the electrical equipment to take all reasonable steps to ensure the defect is fixed within a stated period. (sec.47-ssec.3) The person in control of the electrical equipment must comply with the notice unless the person has a reasonable excuse.