Under what circumstances might a PSO issue an interim or temporary order?

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Under what circumstances might a PSO issue an interim or temporary order?

Interim or temporary orders are about acting quickly to reduce immediate danger. A PSO may issue such an order in urgent situations where there is an immediate risk to people or property, even while the longer remedy process is being pursued. This allows urgent measures to be taken—like shutting down a hazardous operation, vacating a space, or securing a site—so risk is mitigated without waiting for a full hearing or extended review. It isn’t about having no risk, and it doesn’t require the owner to request it or to have already appealed; these orders are meant to protect health and safety as the formal enforcement steps proceed.

Interim or temporary orders are about acting quickly to reduce immediate danger. A PSO may issue such an order in urgent situations where there is an immediate risk to people or property, even while the longer remedy process is being pursued. This allows urgent measures to be taken—like shutting down a hazardous operation, vacating a space, or securing a site—so risk is mitigated without waiting for a full hearing or extended review. It isn’t about having no risk, and it doesn’t require the owner to request it or to have already appealed; these orders are meant to protect health and safety as the formal enforcement steps proceed.

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