Pipeline licensees must eliminate or control hazards that risk pipeline integrity; failure to do so is a criminal offence.

Inspectors can enter any land related to pipeline operations.

Inspectors can force people on that land to help them; they can also order people to attend meetings if the CEO approves.

Inspectors cannot enter residential premises without a search warrant.

People following a direction can enter land if they give 7 days' notice; they can enter immediately in an environmental emergency.

Inspectors must give a receipt within 7 days for any items they seize.

Pipeline licensees must maintain their pipelines and use measures to remove or control risks to the pipeline's integrity. Licensees who fail to operate pipelines continuously or maintain these safety measures face criminal charges.

Inspectors can enter and search land or buildings used for pipeline operations. They can also require people on that land to help them during the inspection.

Inspectors cannot enter residential areas without a warrant or other legal permission.

With the CEO's approval, an inspector can order a person to attend a specific time and place for questioning or an investigation.

People required to answer questions or provide documents for these investigations cannot refuse to give information to avoid incriminating themselves.

People can enter private land to follow a legal direction if they give the owner 7 days' written notice. In an emergency where there is a risk of environmental harm, they can enter immediately.