Confined Space

Employers shall provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment, and whenever a new physical or health hazard the employees have not previously been trained about is introduced into their work area.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Define terms specific to permit-required confined space operations
• Identify current standards governing permit-required confined space entry procedures
• Describe hazards associated with permit spaces
• Demonstrate the proper operation of certain testing instruments and explain their limitations
• Describe appropriate ventilation, personal protective equipment, and emergency procedures that are necessary for entry into permit spaces
• Know and perform “Hole Watch” duties

Course Outline:

• Permit space hazards
• Entry procedures
• Ventilation requirements
• Personal protective equipment