Public Utilities Act 2001 · 2020 Revised Edition · Part 3 · Water Undertaking of Board
34. Notice of obstruction of pipe or other apparatus to be given to Board
Feedback & supportWhere 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 must, immediately on the same coming to the occupier’s knowledge, give notice thereof to the Board.
apparatus
“apparatus” means any water apparatus, equipment or accessory and includes all apparatus, devices and fittings in which pipes are used or of which they form a part;
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 $5,000, and the supply may be summarily discontinued by the order of the Board until the necessary repairs are effected.
occupier
“occupier” means the person in occupation of any premises and includes the person having the charge, management or control of the premises either on the person’s own account or as agent of another person, but does not include a lodger;