Entry
Before entering a confined space, OSHA requires employers to ensure that this atmospheric condition is checked.
What is oxygen content?
This type of PPE is commonly required for workers entering confined spaces with toxic or hazardous atmospheres to protect the lungs.
What is a respirator?
This type of hazard is commonly found in confined spaces, such as tanks and silos, where workers can be exposed to deadly gases, vapors, or fumes.
What is a toxic atmosphere?
OSHA requires that a rescue plan be in place before entry into a confined space. This type of team must be trained to perform rescues in confined spaces.
What is a rescue team or trained personnel?
This is the primary reason workers should not enter a confined space without checking the air quality first.
What is to avoid breathing in toxic gases or having insufficient oxygen?
In order to enter a confined space, workers must be equipped with this safety measure to quickly exit in case of an emergency.
What is a retrieval system or lifeline?
In confined spaces with sharp edges or potential falling debris, workers should wear these to prevent injuries to their feet and legs.
What are steel-toed boots or safety footwear?
Confined spaces that are not properly ventilated may have this hazard, which can lead to suffocation or loss of consciousness.
What is oxygen deficiency?
When workers are entering a confined space, a qualified person must be stationed outside the space to do this in case of an emergency.
What is monitor or supervise the entry?
Before entering a confined space, workers need to know how to safely exit. This is known as a basic safety procedure.
What is an emergency exit plan?
Confined space entry requires a permit for this type of space, which may contain hazardous atmospheres, physical hazards, or other dangers.
What is a permit-required confined space (PRCS)?
This protective clothing is required for workers entering confined spaces where there is a risk of exposure to hazardous chemicals, hot surfaces, or abrasive materials.
What is chemical-resistant or flame-resistant clothing?
This type of physical hazard in confined spaces can lead to crushing injuries, especially in areas with moving parts or machinery.
What is mechanical or equipment hazards?
In the event of an emergency, workers in confined spaces must be rescued quickly using this type of system, which is attached to the worker and allows for retrieval.
What is a retrieval system or lifeline?
This is a common example of a confined space.
What is a crawl space or storage tank?
Confined space entry permits must be signed and authorized by this person to confirm all necessary safety measures are in place.
What is the entry supervisor or responsible person?
When workers are entering confined spaces with potentially dangerous atmospheric conditions, this monitoring device should be worn to detect oxygen levels and harmful gases.
What is a personal gas monitor?
This environmental hazard in confined spaces can lead to heat stress or heat stroke, especially when workers are performing strenuous tasks.
What is extreme temperature (heat or cold)?
This type of rescue equipment must be available at the entry point of a confined space to quickly extract workers in the event of an emergency.
hat is a mechanical hoist or retrieval device?
In a confined space, workers need to wear this to protect themselves from harmful substances or physical injury.
What is personal protective equipment (PPE)?
In the event of an emergency, this OSHA-required feature must be readily available to rescue workers from a confined space.
What is a rescue plan or trained rescue team?
This PPE is necessary for workers to prevent inhaling dust, vapors, or fumes when entering confined spaces with poor ventilation.
What is a half-mask or full-face respirator?
This hazard is a risk in confined spaces that contain chemicals or materials which can be corrosive or cause skin burns and other injuries.
What is a chemical or corrosive hazard?
Rescue teams are required to conduct practice rescues at least this often to ensure readiness in case of an emergency.
What is annually or more frequently as required by the safety plan?
Confined spaces have this, meaning they are difficult to get in and out of quickly.
What is limited access?