Section 40(3) in The Dock Workers (Safety, Health And Welfare) Regulations, 1990
(3)Brakes .-Every lifting appliance shall be provided with an efficient brake or brakes which shall,--(a)be capable of preventing fall of a suspended load (including any test load applied in accordance with these regulations) and of effectively controlling a load while it is being lowered;(b)act without shock;(c)have shoes that can be easily removed for relining; and(d)be provided with simple and easily accessible means of adjustment:Provided that this regulation shall not apply to steam winch which can be so operated that the winch is as safe as it would be if a brake or brakes were provided in accordance with this regulation.
