Paragraph 1

In applying measures to control risks the responsible person must, in order of priority—

(a)

reduce the quantity of dangerous substances to a minimum;

(b)

avoid or minimise the release of a dangerous substance;

(c)

control the release of a dangerous substance at source;

(d)

prevent the formation of an explosive atmosphere, including the application of appropriate ventilation;

(e)

ensure that any release of a dangerous substance which may give rise to risk is suitably collected, safely contained, removed to a safe place, or otherwise rendered safe, as appropriate;

(f)

avoid—

(i)

ignition sources including electrostatic discharges; and

(ii)

such other adverse conditions as could result in harmful physical effects from a dangerous substance; and

(g)

segregate incompatible dangerous substances.