Explanatory Notes

Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004

2004 CHAPTER 21

Thursday 22 July 2004

Commentary on Sections

Part 6: Supplementary

Powers of entry

Section 46: Supplementary powers

80.Section 46 sets out the powers and the obligations of an employee of a fire and rescue authority who has entered premises under section 45 to gain information or investigate the cause and progression of a fire. The powers and obligations are similar to those applicable to investigations under health and safety legislation.