Commonwealth Consolidated Acts

DEFENCE ACT 1903 - SECT 51SP

             (1)  A member of the Defence Force who is being utilised in accordance with section 51D may, in connection with the exercise of any power under this Division, require a person to operate a facility, vessel or aircraft, or machinery or equipment on a facility, vessel or aircraft, in a particular manner.

             (2)  However, the member may do so only if the member believes on reasonable grounds that it is necessary for the purpose of preserving the life or safety of other persons or to protect Commonwealth interests against the threat concerned.

             (3)  A person commits an offence if:

                     (a)  the person is required to operate a facility, vessel or aircraft, or machinery or equipment on a facility, vessel or aircraft, in a particular manner under this section; and

                     (b)  the person fails to comply with the requirement.

Penalty for contravention of this subsection:   30 penalty units.