Work in compressed air

The Work in Compressed Air Regulations 1996 (SI 1996/1656), cover work such as tunnelling and civil engineering where work is in danger of inundation or collapse. The regulations cover notification of the work to HSE; safe systems of work; the role of competent persons; provision of plant and equipment; health surveillance; compression and decompression procedures (including HSE approval of procedures); medical treatment; emergency procedures; fire precautions; provision of information, instruction and training; and maintenance of health and exposure records.

HSE guidance on work in compressed air can be found on its website.