# The REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008, Paragraph 6

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

If and to the extent that it is reasonably necessary to prevent a contravention of a listed REACH provision, the authorised person may—
(a) require any person having authority to do so to open any container or to open any vending machine; and
(b) open or break open any such container or machine where a requirement made under sub-paragraph (a) in relation to the container or machine has not been complied with.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2008/2852/schedule/6/part/3/crossheading/powers-of-entry/paragraph/6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/reach-enforcement-regulations-2008/schedule-6/part-3/crossheading-powers-of-entry/paragraph-6
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