471Power to take samples on entry under warrant

471 Power to take samples on entry under warrant (1) An inspector who enters premises under a search warrant or monitoring warrant may take samples of anything the inspector believes on reasonable grounds is connected with the matter to which the warrant relates. (a) give a receipt for the sample to the occupier of the place from where the sample was taken; and

(b) divide the sample into 2 parts as nearly as practicable identical in size and composition to each other; and (c) ensure that each part is suitable for the purpose of analysis; and (d) place each part in a separate container and seal the containers; and (e) attach to each container a label that is signed by the inspector and states the date and time when, and the place where, the sample was taken; and (f) give 1 of the containers to the occupier.