63Disconnection of supply if entry refused

63 Disconnection of supply if entry refused (1) If an electricity officer seeks to enter a place under this Division and entry is refused or obstructed, the electricity entity may, by written notice to the occupier of the place, ask for consent to entry by an electricity officer. (2) The notice must state the reason and the date and time of the proposed entry. (3) If entry is again refused or obstructed, the electricity entity may: (a) if it is possible to do so – disconnect the electricity supply to the place without entering the place; or (b) if not – obtain a warrant under Part 8 to enter the place for the purpose of disconnecting the electricity supply, enter the place under the warrant and disconnect the electricity supply. (4) An electricity officer may not enter a place under a warrant unless accompanied by a member of the Police Force. (5) An electricity entity must make good any damage caused by the exercise of powers under this section as soon as practicable or pay reasonable compensation for the damage.