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  "number": "7",
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  "text": "In relation to a thorough examination of lifting equipment other than a thorough examination to which paragraph 6 relates—\n(a) whether it is a thorough examination—\n(i) within an interval of 6 months under regulation 9(3)(a)(i);\n(ii) within an interval of 12 months under regulation 9(3)(a)(ii);\n(iii) in accordance with an examination scheme under regulation 9(3)(a)(iii);\n(iv) after the occurrence of exceptional circumstances under regulation 9(3)(a)(iv);\n(b) (if such be the case) that the lifting equipment would be safe to operate.",
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