32Use of force

#### 32 Use of force 32 Use of force > > (1) Reasonable force may be used for the purpose of gaining entry to premises (other than residential premises) under a power conferred by this Part, but only if authorised by the plumbing regulator in accordance with this section. > > > (2) The authority of the plumbing regulator— > > > > > (a) must be in writing, and > > > > > (b) must be given in respect of the particular entry concerned, and > > > > > (c) must specify the circumstances which are required to exist before force may be used. > > > (3) This section does not apply to premises entered under the authority conferred by a search warrant.