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A tunnel will be driven in compressed air to hold back groundwater.

Which regulations apply?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. The Work in Compressed Air Regulations
  2. B. Only the Noise at Work Regulations
  3. C. No regulations, as it is underground
  4. D. Only the client's own site rules and induction
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says these regulations apply to those doing tunnelling and other construction work in compressed air.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Compressed air work has its own regulations.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Work in compressed air is tightly regulated.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. The Work in Compressed Air Regulations 1996 apply.

Explanation

Tunnelling in compressed air is covered by the Work in Compressed Air Regulations 1996.

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