The purpose of a preliminary investigation in relation to a teacher or authorised person is to assist the Board to decide whether or not the Board should do any of the following:
(a) take further action under this Act in relation to the teacher or authorised person without first holding an inquiry;
(b) hold an inquiry in relation to the teacher or authorised person.
Note for section 54
Section 58(3) limits the actions the Board can take without first holding an inquiry.