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The Docks Regulations 1988

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Hatches, ramps and car-decks

10.—(1) A hatch covering shall not be used unless it is of sound construction and material, of adequate strength for the purpose for which it is used, free from patent defect and properly maintained.

(2) A hatch covering shall not be used unless—

(a)it can be removed and replaced, whether manually or with mechanical power, without endangering any person; and

(b)information showing the correct replacement position is clearly marked, except in so far as hatch coverings are interchangeable or incapable of being incorrectly replaced.

(3) A hatch shall not be used unless either the hatch covering has been completely removed or, if not completely removed, it is secure.

(4) A hatch covering shall not be replaced contrary to information showing the correct replacement position.

(5) A load shall not be placed on a hatch covering if it is likely to affect the safety of the hatch covering or endanger any person.

(6) Except in the event of an emergency endangering health or safety, no—

(a)ship’s ramp or door associated with a ship’s ramp;

(b)power operated hatch covering;

(c)retractable car-deck; or

(d)shore-based ramp,

shall be operated in the course of a dock operation except by a person authorised to do so by the person in control of that operation.

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