Confined Space Dangers

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Confined Space Dangers

• April 2009
• NCCER
• Paul Turner

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Objectives

• At the end of this module, the trainee will
  know
• Why confined spaces are dangerous.
• Why OSHA has written standards for confined
  spaces.
• What an atmospheric hazard is.
• What engulfment is.

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What To Do

• Know and follow OSHA guidelines
• You must have proper training
• Have a plan
• Know emergency procedures
• Wear PPE
• Check air quality with an approved oxygen sensor
• Dont be a hero
• Dont be dead!

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Questions

• What should you do if you drop your favorite
  wrench in a pit?
• What per cent of air is oxygen at sea level?
• What tests should be done before anyone enters a
  confined space?
• Who sets standards and guidelines for confined
  space entry?

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Review

• Confined space entry can cause death.
• Toxic gases
• Low Oxygen levels
• Engulfment
• Know the rules for confined space entry.
• Only trained people can enter confined spaces.
• OSHA sets standards and guidelines for confined
  space entry.

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Next Class

• OHSA Confined Space guidelines
• Training requirements
• Rescue Operations