When preparing for an employee to enter a confined space, the entry supervisor and crew should pre-plan the entire job focusing on identifying potential hazards and the elimination/control of the hazards. The program coordinator also should be able to provide assistance during the pre-planning process. The pre-planning process must consider at the least the following items:
- Energy hazards and needed Isolation procedures (LO/TO)
- Potential air contaminants, ventilation and air tests needed
- Cleaning requirements and procedures
- Potential ignition sources
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Communication methods
- Fall protection and/or lifeline use
- Emergency rescue
If your company needs help with its pre-planning process for confined spaces, contact one of the environmental, health and safety plan consultants at August Mack Environmental at 800.579.0770.
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