(1) An inspector has the following functions and powers under this Act:
(a) to provide information and advice about compliance with this Act;
(b) to require compliance with this Act through the issuing of notices under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011
, part 10 (Enforcement measures);
(c) to investigate contraventions of this Act and assist in the prosecution of offences.
(2) The Work Health and Safety Act 2011
, section 161 (Conditions on inspectors' compliance powers) and section 162 (Inspectors subject to regulator's directions) apply to an inspector in relation to the exercise of a function or power under this Act.