(1) An arbitrator may
authorise, in writing, a person (whether or not an arbitrator) to take
evidence on behalf of the arbitrator for the purposes of any proceeding.
(2) The arbitrator may
authorise evidence to be taken under this section outside the State.
(3) The arbitrator may
give directions as to the taking of evidence under this section.
(4) If a person other
than an arbitrator is authorised to take evidence the person has all the
powers of an arbitrator in relation to the taking of evidence.
(5) Evidence taken
under this section must be regarded as having been given to the
arbitrator.