S.L. 646.19 Art. 5Work in a confined space to be authorised by competent person.

(1) No person shall enter or be allowed to enter a confined space to carry out work for any purpose unless it is not reasonably practicable to achieve that purpose without such entry.

(2) It shall be the duty of an employer to ensure that no person enters, and that no work is carried out in a confined space unless a valid, written permit to work has been issued by a competent person authorising entry and work under appropriate conditions, except in exceptional circumstances, for rescue or evacuation purposes, and provided that such entry and work is carried out by persons wearing suitable breathing apparatus and that all other possible measures required to protect health and safety are taken.