# The Merchant Shipping (Entry into Dangerous Spaces) Regulations 1988, Regulation 4: Entrances to dangerous spaces


Except when necessary for entry thereto, the master of a ship shall ensure that all entrances to unattended dangerous spaces on the ship are either kept closed or otherwise secured against entry.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1988/1638/regulation/4 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/merchant-shipping-entry-into-dangerous-spaces-regulations-1988/regulation-4
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