Health and Safety Executive

Dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres

Dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres
Date of publication:
2003
ISBN:
9780717622030
Series code:
L138
Price:
£15.50
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Approved Code and accompanying guidance aligned to the Regulations regarding protection against risks from fire, explosion and similar events arising from dangerous substances used or present in workplaces. Accordingly, they set minimum requirements for safeguarding workers in such explosive atmospheres. Applicable to employers and self-employed at most workplaces in Great Britain where a dangerous substance is, or could be, present.

In addition to broader issues of safety management at such sites, eg risk assessment, training needs and accident or emergency procedures - the document examines specifics such as warnings signs and matters concerning hazardous containers or pipes. Styled presentation (eg bold, italics or colour-coding) enables easy distinction between texts pertaining to the Regulations, the Approved Code or additional guidance.


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