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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-43

For the purposes of this section, an explosive atmosphere is a mixture with air, under atmospheric conditions, of flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour, mist or dust, in which, after ignitio…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-45

The measures taken by the employer are, if necessary, combined and supplemented with measures to prevent the spread of explosions. They are reviewed periodically and whenever there are significant cha…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-44

To ensure the prevention of and protection against explosions, the employer shall take the technical and organisational measures appropriate to the type of operation on the basis of the principles of…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-42

The provisions of this section do not apply to the following places or activities: 1° Areas used directly for and during the medical treatment of patients; 2° Use of gas appliances; 3° Manufacture, ha…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-48

When assessing explosion risks, account is taken of locations which are or may be connected by openings to locations where explosive atmospheres may occur.

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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-46

The employer shall assess the risks created or likely to be created by explosive atmospheres, taking into account at least: 1° The probability that explosive atmospheres may occur and persist; 2° The…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-49

Where explosive atmospheres may form in quantities likely to present a risk to the health and safety of workers or other persons, the employer shall take the necessary measures to ensure that: 1° The…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Section 6: Explosion prevention

Article R4227-47

The assessment of explosion risks is global and, where appropriate, combined with the results of the assessment of other risks identified in each work unit of the company or establishment.

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French Public Health CodeIn force
Section 6: Appeal procedures

Article R4234-40

The rules of procedure set out in sections 2 to 5 shall apply before the National Disciplinary Board, subject to the following provisions.

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 1: Formal notice prior to the official report.

Article L4721-6

The formal notice specifies the infringements found and sets a deadline by which the infringements must have ceased. This deadline is set taking into account the circumstances. It is based on the mini…

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