Confined Space Entry

A confined space is a place which is substantially enclosed (though not always entirely), and where serious injury can occur from hazardous substances or conditions within the space or nearby (e.g. lack of oxygen). Confined spaces include, but are not limited to, tanks, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers, vaults, pits, manholes, tunnels, equipment housings, ductwork, pipelines, etc.

To provide confined spaces employees with an understanding of hazardous conditions, what constitutes a competent person and acceptable safe working conditions while every worker within a confined space should be a competent person, this course is geared toward entrants and attendants.

Learning Level: Intermediate

Duration: 3day(s)

To provide confined spaces employees with an understanding of hazardous conditions, what constitutes a competent person and acceptable safe working conditions while every worker within a confined space should be a competent person, this course is geared toward entrants and attendants. Introduction - Types of Confined Spaces - Incidents and Statistics Entry Requirements - Responsibilities: Entrants & Attendants - Other Responsibilities - Hot Work - Non-permit Required Confined Spaces Hazard Recognition - Oxygen Deficient & Enriched Environment - Configuration Hazards - Hazardous Atmospheres - Other Potential Hazards - Atmospheric Testing - Measuring Exposure Levels - Safety Controls Hazard Classification System - Hazard Classes & Safety Data Sheets Hot Work, Welding, and Emergency Response - Hot Work Safety Practices - Authorized Entrant Responsibilities - Gas Welding and Cutting - Cylinder Safety - Arc Welding and Cutting Emergency Response