Singapore legislation

Regulation 22

of Sand and Granite Quarries Regulations

Regulation 22

Notice to work in benches

Subregulation 1

The Licensing Officer may give notice requiring the excavation to be worked in benches.

Subregulation 2

The width of every bench shall be at least half the height of face and where mechanical loading or transport is employed on the bench, the width shall be sufficient to safely operate the equipment.