Understanding the concept of formal notice

You have been inspected by the environmental inspector. Following this visit, the inspector drew up a report, noting the existence of non-conformities.

On the basis of this report, the Prefect will send you a formal notice to implement certain measures within a set timeframe.

• What is a formal notice?

• What are the formal requirements for administration?

• What's at stake?

During an inspection of your plant, the environmental inspector noted a number of non-conformities, and drew up a report setting out the findings. On the basis of this report, the Prefect issued you with a formal notice.