Singapore legislation

Regulation 133

of Workplace Safety and Health (Construction) Regulations 2007

Regulation 133

Footing

Subregulation 1

It shall be the duty of —

(a)

the employer of any person who carries out any work involving the placing or advancing of a piling frame in a worksite; or

(b)

the principal under whose direction any person carries out any work involving the placing or advancing of a piling frame in a worksite,to comply with paragraphs (2) and (3).

Subregulation 2

Before placing or advancing a piling frame in a worksite, the ground of the worksite shall be —

(a)

inspected by a designated person; and

(b)

made firm and level by suitable means where necessary.

Subregulation 3

After placing or advancing a piling frame in a worksite, an inspection and correction of the footing shall be carried out to ensure stability.