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Safety of workplaces

parts of structures that are being erected, maintained, repaired, dismantled or
demolished.

3.4.3. All openings through which workers are liable to fall should be kept
effectively covered or fenced and indicated in the most appropriate manner.

3.4.4. As far as practicable, guard-rails and toe-boards in accordance with
national laws and regulations should be provided to protect workers from falling from
elevated work places. Wherever the guard-rails and toe-boards cannot be provided:

(a) adequate safety nets or safety sheets should be erected and maintained; or
(b) adequate safety harnesses should be provided and used.

3.5. Prevention of unauthorised entry

3.5.1. Construction sites in built-up areas and alongside vehicular and pedestrian
traffic routes should be fenced to prevent the entry of unauthorised persons.

3.5.2. Visitors should not be allowed access to construction sites unless
accompanied by or authorised by a competent person and provided with the appropriate
protective equipment.

3.6. Fire prevention and fire fighting

3.6.1. All appropriate measures should be taken by the employer to:

(a) avoid the risk of fire;
(b) control quickly and efficiently any outbreak of fire;

(c) bring about a quick and safe evacuation of persons.

3.6.2. Sufficient and suitable storage should be provided for flammable liquids,
solids and gases.

3.6.3. Secure storage areas should be provided for flammable liquids, solids and
gases such as liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, paints and other such materials in order
to deter trespassers.

3.6.4. Smoking should be prohibited and "No Smoking" notices be prominently
displayed in all places containing readily combustible or flammable materials.

3.6.5. In confined spaces and other places in which flammable gases, vapours or
dusts can cause danger:

(a) only suitably protected electrical installations and equipment, including portable
lamps, should be used;

(b) there should be no naked flames or similar means of ignition;

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