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Working in confined spaces
A confined space is usually defined as any area that is enclosed or partially enclosed, above or below ground, and where there will be a reasonably foreseeable risk of serious injury from hazardous substances or conditions within the space or nearby. It might have limited openings for entry and exit, unfavourable natural ventilation, or contain toxic gases or even explosive or flammable gases, present risks of high pressures, chemical exposures and even slips and falls. Figures show that for everyone who dies in a confined space accident, two more die trying to rescue them. Recognizing a confined space and the danger it represents is key to ensure that essential work can be completed safely.
Ask yourself and your crew:
- How can something like this happen here (e.g. on our site)?
- What safety measures (i.e. procedures, controls/barriers) do we have in place to mitigate the risk?
- How do we know the risk controls/barriers are working?
- What improvements or changes should we make to the procedures, controls/barriers or the way we work?
