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33.—(1) Where the seizure of the drive shaft between mobile work equipment and its accessories or anything towed might create a specific risk, the employer shall—
(a)ensure that the equipment has a means of preventing such seizure; or
(b)where such seizure cannot be avoided, take every possible measure to avoid any adverse effect on a worker.
(2) The employer shall ensure that, where necessary to prevent the drive shaft becoming soiled or damaged by trailing on the ground, a means is provided for safeguarding the shaft.
(3) In paragraph (2) “drive shaft” means the drive shaft for the transmission of energy between mobile items of work equipment.
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