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SUPREME COURT RULES 1987
6Duty of competence
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6 Duty of competence
(1) An interpreter must only undertake work the interpreter is
competent to perform in the languages for which the interpreter is
qualified by reason of the interpreter's training, qualifications or
experience.
(2) If it becomes apparent in the course of a matter that expertise
beyond the interpreter's competence is required, the interpreter
must inform the Court immediately and work to resolve the
situation, either by withdrawing from the matter or pursuing another
course of action acceptable to the Court.