Only authorised officers may officially assess whether a noise is offensive. The comfort of neighbours should be considered at all times. As a result it is usually the local council that will need to require the smash repairer to prevent any emissions that contravene the Act. The EPA has similar powers. Under the law smash repairers must take all possible precautions to prevent or minimise air pollution.
Air pollution includes dust, vapours, ash and odours.
Again, smash repairers should be encouraged to consider the comfort and amenity of their neighbours at all times. A strong smell of vapours is a warning sign of an explosive buildup. One molecule of one of these compounds can decompose thousands of molecules of ozone, and many of the compounds continue to be active for years. There are some exceptions for some recently made air conditioners. Remember, it is an offence to discharge any ozone-depleting gas into the atmosphere.