S.L. 424.27 Art. 10Confined spaces.

(1) A confined space shall, unless there is other adequate means of egress, be provided with a manhole, which may be rectangular, oval or circular in shape, and shall not be less than 45 centimetres long and 40 centimetres wide, or if circular, shall not be less than 58 centimetres in diameter: Provided that where the nature of the hazards and risks necessitate that a person entering a confined space uses breathing apparatus, the dimensions of the manhole shall be adjusted accordingly.

(2) No person shall enter, or shall be expected to enter, a confined space which is less than 0.9 metres high and 0.6 metres wide.