Infectious Diseases Act · 2023 Revised Edition · Part · Prevention of Introduction of Infectious Diseases Into Brunei Darussalam
38. Vessels within waters of Brunei Darussalam
Official textFrom Attorney General's Chambers, unchanged
The master, owner or agent of any vessel whilst in
master
“master”, in relation to vessel, means the person for the time being in charge of or command of the vessel;
Brunei Darussalam shall —
take such precautions as may be directed by any health officer to prevent rodents from leaving or entering the vessel, and take such measures for the destruction of rodents on board the vessel;
take all measures directed by any health officer to abate any nuisance that may be present on board the vessel within such time as may be specified by the health officer; and
take such measures to clean, disinfect or whitewash, or any other measures which any health officer may direct, to improve the condition of the water tanks, living spaces or any other part of the vessel.
Any master, owner or agent who fails to comply with any directions under subsection (1) within the specified time is guilty of an offence and liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $5,000, and to a
owner
“owner”, in relation to any premises or vessel, means the person for the time being receiving the rent of the premises or vessel whether on his own account or as agent, trustee or receiver or who would receive the same if the premises or the vessel were let or chartered;
Infectious Diseases further fine not exceeding $500 for every day during which the offence continues after conviction.
Terms defined in s 2
health officer
Defined · s 2“health officer” means any person who is authorised by the Director-General to carry into effect any provisions of this Act or the regulations made thereunder, and includes any person appointed as a health officer or a port health officer under the repealed Quarantine and Prevention of Disease Act;
master
Defined · s 2“master”, in relation to vessel, means the person for the time being in charge of or command of the vessel;
owner
Defined · s 2“owner”, in relation to any premises or vessel, means the person for the time being receiving the rent of the premises or vessel whether on his own account or as agent, trustee or receiver or who would receive the same if the premises or the vessel were let or chartered;
vessel
Defined · s 2“vessel” includes any ship, boat, aircraft, vessel or motor vehicle or trailer of any description used in navigation by land, sea or air.