The obligation
Authorised officers may issue investigation notices, and failing to comply while a notice is in force is an offence.
An authorised officer who has exercised a power under Part 4 may issue an investigation notice if they believe on reasonable grounds it is necessary to facilitate the exercise of those powers. The notice must set out the grounds on which it is issued, remains in force for the period it specifies, and may be renewed more than once.
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- Authorised officers may issue investigation notices, and failing to comply while a notice is in force is an offence.
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- legislation.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Investigation notices and failure to comply is a WHS requirement set out in Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Act 2008 (NSW). The relevant provision is Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Act 2008 > Part 5 > ss 26-27 § 26-27.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Investigation notices and failure to comply is a WHS obligation under Dangerous Goods (Road and Rail Transport) Act 2008 (NSW). In short, Authorised officers may issue investigation notices, and failing to comply while a notice is in force is an offence.
What changed recently?
Investigation notices and failure to comply was last updated on 19 October 2026.