# The Dangerous Substances in Harbour Areas Regulations 1987, Regulation 16: General duties of persons handling dangerous substances


Every person who has to any extent control of, or who is engaged in, the handling of a dangerous substance shall ensure that, so far as is reasonably practicable, nothing in the manner in which that substance is handled is such as might create a risk to the health or safety of any person.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1987/37/regulation/16 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/dangerous-substances-in-harbour-areas-regulations-1987/regulation-16
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