41Powers of authorised officers in emergencies

41 Powers of authorised officers in emergencies (a) a road vehicle to which this Division applies is involved in an incident; and (b) the incident results in a dangerous situation. (2) An authorised officer may give directions to the driver or a person apparently in charge of the vehicle about: (a) the transport of any goods in the vehicle from the place of the incident; or (b) how otherwise to deal with the goods. (3) The direction must: (a) be in writing and be signed by the authorised officer; and (b) specify the name of the person to whom it is given; and (c) identify the incident; and (d) identify any dangerous goods to which it relates. (4) However, if it is not practicable to give the direction in writing, the direction may be given orally and confirmed in writing within (5) A person given a direction under subsection (2) must comply with