Application2

1

These Regulations shall apply below ground to all mines.

2

Where the number of persons working in any—

a

shaft which is in the course of being sunk;

b

outlet which is in the course of being driven;

c

inset; or

d

exploratory development work from such a shaft, outlet or inset,

does not at any one time exceed 30, regulations 3, 5 and 7 shall not apply in relation to the exit or access to exits of such persons.

3

For the purpose of paragraph (2) “inset” means a heading, chamber or other space in the course of being driven or excavated from a shaft or outlet and which is accessible only from a shaft or outlet and is not being driven or excavated solely or mainly for the purpose of getting of minerals or products of minerals.