Which officer has the power to issue an Emergency Prohibition Order (EPO)?

According to the PERA Force Laws, the power to issue an Emergency Prohibition Order (EPO) is vested in an Enforcement Officer. The EPO allows immediate action to prevent potential violations or hazards before they escalate. This authority ensures rapid enforcement in critical situations, enabling the officer to temporarily prohibit certain activities or operations to protect public safety, compliance, or regulatory integrity. Other officials such as the Sub Divisional Enforcement Officer, Hearing Officer, or Board Chairperson do not hold this specific power under the law, as the EPO is a direct enforcement mechanism intended for officers actively conducting inspections or investigations. Section provisions of the PERA Force Laws emphasize that issuing an EPO is a key enforcement tool, and it must be executed by the Enforcement Officer to maintain efficiency, legal compliance, and public protection.