Confined Space

What is Confined Space?

A confined space is a space with limited entry and egress, not suitable for human inhabitants.

 it may contains a potentially harmful atmosphere, dangerous vapours, flammable gasses, Oxygen deficiency or Oxygen enrichment .

Hazards in a confined space often include harmful dust or gases, asphyxiation, submersion in liquids or free-flowing granular solids (for example, grain bins), electrocution, or entrapment

example of confined space

Tunnel, Tank, Well, Pit, Underground sewers. Chimneys'

What are the hazards associated with confined spaces?

•      Toxic Atmosphere

•      Oxygen Deficiency

•      Oxygen Enrichment

•      Flammable or Explosive Atmospheres

•      Excessive Heat

•      Poor Ventilation

•      Poor illumination

Precautions

•      PTW

•      Gas testing by Authorized Gas Tester

•      Competent person

• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment must be carried out prior to the work commencing

•      Watcher

•      Entry/Exit Log sheet

•      Regular communication with the entrants

•      Proper Access and egress

•      Proper ventilation

•      Proper Illumination

•      Emergency Plan

•      Emergency Rescue Equipment

•      Proper supervision