Confined Space Entry Procedure

Confined space entry supervisor ensures that the confined space s atmosphere is ventilated as necessary and tested prior to entry using properly calibrated monitoring equipment.

Confined space entry procedure. Complete the following steps before during and after a confined space entry. With the intention of minimising or eliminating risks so far as reasonably practicable sfarp to people who enter and carry out work in those spaces. A confined space is one configured so that a person can fully enter and work but is not designed for continuous human occupancy and has restricted or limited means of entry or exit. It is important to note that the difference between an alternative entry procedure and a nonpermit required confined space is the use of forced air ventilation.

Alternate entry temporary declassification and permit required. Documents the pre entry process with the permit required confined space procedure and entry permit 5. Entry into a confined space entry into a confined space is defined as the action by which a person passes through a limited opening into a restricted or potentially hazardous work area. This procedure outlines the requirements for the management of and entry into confined spaces in the universitys workplaces.

Conduct inspections of confined spaces confined space signage and review confined space entry permits to evaluate compliance identify deficiencies and improve safety. The required method depends on the confined space classification nprcs or prcs identified hazards listed in the. Osha regulations require employers to prepare written procedures and issue permits for entry into and work performed inside confined spaces. A confined space is one that is large enough to enter and perform assigned work has limited or restricted openings for entry or exit and is not designed to be occupied continuously by a worker.

This procedure applies to. Step 1 obtain a permit confined space entry form from program coordinator. Post and maintain appropriate warning signage on confined space entrances if applicable. The four possible methods of confined space entry are non permit required nprcs and three variants for spaces classified as a permit required confined space prcs.

Step 2 notify supervisor before the confined space entry step 3 verify confined space meter has been calibrated and is in working order step 4. The confined space entry program applies to any uw department that has space s that may potentially be hazardous when entered. Objective of this procedure is to provide the safe work practices required for confined space entry and to protect personnel from the hazards of entering and performing jobs in confined spaces. Maintain confined space inspection records if applicable.