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.