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(1) When the Technical Regulations Division has reason to suspect that the information on the label or fiche of a product is incorrect he shall request the supplier to forward the evidence within the meaning of regulation 6 concerning the accuracy of the information supplied on their labels or fiches.

(2) In the event of non-compliance to these regulations and the relevant implementing regulations, including unauthorised use of the label, the Technical Regulations Division shall require the supplier or dealer to put an end to the non-compliance. OTHER RESOURCES BY ENERGY RELATED PRODUCTS

(3) Where there is sufficient evidence that a product may be non-compliant to these regulations and the relevant implementing regulations, or in the case of unauthorized use of the label, the Technical Regulations Division shall take the necessary preventive measures at ensuring compliance within a precise time frame taking into account the damage caused.

(4) Where the non-compliance, including unauthorized use of the label, continues, the Technical Regulations Division shall take a decision as to:

(a) restrict the placing on the market of the product; or

(b) prohibit the placing on the market of the product; or

(c) prohibit the putting into service of the product; or

(d) withdraw the product from the market.

In the instances described by paragraphs (b) and (d) the Technical Regulations Division shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States.

(5) The Technical Regulations Division shall submit a report to the Commission including details about the enforcement activities being undertaken in Malta and the level of compliance in Malta.