Regulation 8 Hydraulic fluids

Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2) the manager of every mine shall ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that only hydraulic fluids which are both difficult to ignite and satisfy any specifications relating to fire resistance and hygiene approved for the purposes of this regulation are used at the mine.

Where it is not reasonably practicable to use hydraulic fluids which satisfy the requirements of paragraph (1) the manager shall ensure that appropriate action is taken to avoid any increased risk of fire resulting from the use of the hydraulic fluid.