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Section 6 – Protection in Workings

Describe the regulations concerning fencing of dangerous excavation?

(7.3.2) Entrances to every vertical or steeply inclined shaft, winze, sump, rock-pass or other dangerous excavation shall be kept closed by a fence, barrier, door or gate or shall be kept adequately covered to prevent persons having access to or falling into such excavation.

 

Describe the regulation regarding loose articles where it accidentally can fall down any steeply excavation?

(7.5.1) No timber, rock tools or other articles shall be placed or allowed to remain where it accidentally can fall down any steeply excavation endangering the safety of persons.

 

What tools may be carried on ladder ways?

(7.5.2) No person shall carry any drill, tool or any loose material on a ladder way in a vertical or steeply inclined shaft or winze except so far as may be necessary in executing repairs.

 

When may a person enter an accumulation of water?

(7.8.3) No person shall enter, cause or permit any other person to enter an accumulation of water other than an accumulation known to be insignificant, unless he is secured by a life-line or wear a life-jacket or life belt.

 

What does the regulation stipulates on debris and other loose material and stones close to any open face workings or quarry?

(7.9.2) At any open face workings or quarry all debris and other loose material and stones on the surface shall be cleared to a distance of at least 3m from the edge.

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