Singapore legislation

Section 33

of Public Utilities Act

Section 33

Notice of obstruction of pipe or other apparatus to be given to Board

(1)

Whenever any pipe or other apparatus placed in or upon any premises for the use or supply of water to the occupier of the premises becomes obstructed or in any way damaged so as to cause a waste of water, the occupier shall, immediately on the same coming to his knowledge, give notice thereof to the Board.

(2)

Any such occupier who neglects to give such notice after acquiring such knowledge shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $1,000, and the supply may be summarily discontinued by the order of the Board until the necessary repairs are effected.