MACE v. R. & H. GREEN AND SILLEY WEIR, LTD., AND BRITISH INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY, LTD.

[1959] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 146

QUEEN'S BENCH DIVISION.

Before Lord Parker (Lord Chief Justice).

Docks Regulations, 1934 - Means of access - Boilermaker's fall from ladder in hold of vessel in dock, due to rope on ladder- Discharge of bagged cargo from hold completed, crew sweeping up spillage- Applicability of Docks Regulations, 1934- Meaning of "hold in which work is being carried on"-Regulation 11 (1). Master and servant-Safe premises-Duty of employer to ensure safety of premises to which servant is sent to work-Boilermaker's fall from ladder in hold of vessel in dock- Whether employees under duty to inspect ladder. Invitee - Unusual danger - Rope on ladder - Boilermaker's fall from ladder in hold of vessel in dock, due to rope on ladder- Whether boilermaker fully appreciated danger -Liability of shipowners.