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.