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Water Services Act 2021

Standards, enforcement, and other matters - Remedial action

127: Power of chief executive to take other remedial action

You could also call this:

"Chief Executive's Power to Fix Serious Water Problems"

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You can think of the chief executive as a person in charge. They have the power to take action if they believe something is wrong. The chief executive can take this action if they think someone is not following the rules, but they cannot find that person. They can take steps to fix the problem if it is a serious risk to public health. You might want to look at the related law for more information. The chief executive's power to take action is an important part of keeping you and your community safe. They will take the necessary steps to fix the problem and keep everyone healthy.

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Part 3Standards, enforcement, and other matters
Remedial action

127Power of chief executive to take other remedial action

  1. This section applies if the chief executive reasonably believes that—

  2. circumstances exist in which a compliance order can be issued; and
    1. a compliance order cannot be issued at a place because, after taking reasonable steps, the person to whom the order could be issued cannot be found.

      1. The chief executive may take any remedial action necessary to address serious risks to public health.

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