Maritime Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
Version of section 256 from 2010-06-03 to 2017-06-19:
256 (1) Compressed air, gas or steam must not be used for blowing dust or other substances from structures, machinery or materials if
(a) there is a risk of any person being directly exposed to the jet or if a fire, explosion, injury or health hazard is likely to result from that use; or
(b) that use would result in a concentration of an airborne hazardous substance in excess of the values referred to in paragraph 255(1)(a) or the limits referred to in subsections 255(5) and (6).
(2) Compressed air must not be used for cleaning clothing contaminated with
(3) If compressed air is used to clean clothing,
(4) Compressed air must be used in a manner that the air is not directed forcibly against any person.
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