137ACodes of practice

137A Codes of practice

137A Codes of practice

(1) The Secretary may approve codes of practice setting out standards to be met by a licensee to ensure a safe environment on the licensed premises.

(2) The Authority must consider an approved code of practice if—

(a) the Authority is deciding whether a licensee has failed to address a significant risk to the safety of employees or other persons on the licensed premises, and

(b) the Authority has been given, or is otherwise aware of, the approved code of practice, and

(c) the code of practice is relevant in the circumstances.

s 137A: Ins 2025 No 73, Sch 1[38].