Section 3: Special provisions for certain premises or locations

For the application of articles R. 4226-5 and R. 4226-6 in premises or locations where explosive atmospheres may occur, the employer shall implement the provisions of section 6 of chapter VII of this title relating to the prevention of explosions. In these premises or locations, maintenance, measurements and tests may only be undertaken with the written authorisation of the head of the establishment and in accordance with his instructions. If…

Premises or areas reserved for the production, conversion or distribution of electricity are considered to present particular risks of electric shock, whatever the voltage, when protection against direct contact is provided by an obstacle or by distance or, in the case of low voltage, when protection against direct contact is not compulsory. These rooms or locations are visibly marked and are equipped with devices designed to prevent access by unauthorised…

Premises or locations where the presence of accessible hazardous live parts is the result of a technical necessity inherent in the operating principles of the equipment or installations are also considered to present particular risks of electric shock. Orders issued by the Minister for Labour or the Minister for Agriculture lay down the specific requirements for the layout and use of these premises or locations, as well as the measures…