Featured Confined Space Articles
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Safety Equipment
The Equipment You Need for a Confined Space Rescue
By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
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Confined Spaces: Top 4 Hazards You Aren't Aware Of
By: Gina Gould | Content Writer & Marketing Strategist
Confined Space Terms
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In this webinar we will examine gas detection issues and answers for the construction industry from the standpoint of construction workers, employers...
In this webinar we will examine gas detection issues and answers for the construction industry from the standpoint of construction workers, employers...
Join Honeywell Miller’s Fall Protection Expert, Tom Dillon, as he walks you through dealing with confined spaces on your work site. Learn the...
What’s in, what’s out, what’s new, and what’s neededIn 1993 OSHA enacted 29 CFR 1910.146 “Permit-Required Confined...
Confined Space Q&As
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More Confined Space Articles
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Confined SpaceWhat is oxygen deficiency?
Fresh air contains approximately 20.9% oxygen (O2). According to OSHA, atmosphere that contains less than 19.5% by volume is hazardous due to oxygen deficiency. As the...
By: Bob Henderson | President
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Confined Space
What is a confined space?
According to 29 CFR 1910.146, a confined space is characterized by the simultaneous existence of three conditions:It must be large enough and so configured that it is...
By: Bob Henderson | President
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Confined Space
What is a hazardous combustible gas atmosphere?
In order for an atmosphere to be capable of burning explosively, four conditions must be met.Adequate oxygenAdequate fuelA source of ignitionSufficient molecular energy...
By: Bob Henderson | President
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Confined Space
What is a permit required confined space (PRCS)?
Many confined spaces are associated with serious safety hazards, and require special procedures to ensure worker safety.According to 29 CFR 1910.146, a permit-required...
By: Bob Henderson | President
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Confined Space
What kinds of sensors are used to detect LEL combustible gas?
Confined space instruments almost always include a sensor used to measure percent LEL combustible gas. There are two types of widely used LEL sensors; catalytic...
By: Bob Henderson | President
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Confined Space
What is oxygen enrichment?
The concentration of oxygen in confined spaces is a concern from two standpoints. Too little oxygen can cause asphyxiation. Excessively high or "enriched" levels of...
By: Bob Henderson | President
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Confined Space
What combustible gases are associated with confined spaces?
Combustible gases and vapors can be produced by materials used or stored in confined spaces, as well as natural processes. The most common combustible gas found in...
By: Bob Henderson | President
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Best Practices
What should be included in a lockout procedure?
OSHA’s lockout standard 1910.147(c)(4)(i) requires that employers have machine-specific lockout tagout procedures for equipment. To help employees effectively perform...
By: Courtney Bohman | Global Product and Marketing Manager
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What types of gas should I watch out for when working in a confined space?
Due to their nature, confined spaces are inherently dangerous areas to work in. Potential risks in confined spaces are numerous and include fire hazards, noise,...
By: Chad Schmidt | Business Development Manager - Western Canada
