Section 4 of The Manoeuvres, Field Firing and Artillery Practice Act, 1938
The Officer in Command of the military forces engaged in the manoeuvres shall cause all lands used under the powers conferred by this Chapter to be restored, as soon and as far as practicable, to their previous condition.
Summary
- The officer in charge of the military forces during the exercises has a direct duty to repair any damage to the land.
- All lands used during the exercises must be restored to the state they were in before the military arrived.
- This restoration work must be done as quickly as possible and as completely as is practical.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who is personally responsible for making sure the damaged land is restored?
The Officer in Command of the military forces engaged in the manoeuvres is responsible.
2. What standard of restoration is required for the used lands?
The land must be restored to its previous condition as far as practicable.
3. When must the Officer in Command start restoring the land?
The restoration must be carried out as soon as practicable after using the land.
4. Does this duty apply to all lands used during the military exercises?
Yes, it applies to all lands used under the powers conferred by Chapter I of the Act.
Test yourself
Q1.Whose duty is it to ensure that the lands used for manoeuvres are restored?
Q2.To what condition must the used lands be restored?
Q3.When must the restoration of the land take place?
Q4.Which chapter of the Act confers the powers that trigger this duty to repair?
Q5.Under Section 4, does the commanding officer have to restore the land if it is completely impossible?