Section 43 in The Petroleum And Natural Gas (Safety In Offshore Operations) Rules, 2008
43. Measures against toxic emissions and ionizing radiation .-(1) The operator shall take appropriate measures to-
(a)ensure safe storage, transport and handling of toxic and radioactive substances in accordance with applicable standards;(b)ensure that personnel handling toxic and radioactive substances are adequately trained.(2)The operator shall take the following measures to protect persons liable to be exposed to toxic emission and ionizing radiation, namely-(a)provide information concerning the toxic emission and ionizing radiation and safe methods of protection against exposure to such substances;(b)provide personnel protective equipment including respiratory protective equipment for every person who may be exposed to toxic emission and ionizing radiation;(c)make arrangements for giving warning of any release of toxic gases or fumes and ionizing radiation by audible or visual alarm system to all person on the installation; and(d)establish safe operating procedures and emergency procedures to meet the requirement of these rules.
