MASTER`S GUIDE TO: ENCLOSED SPACE ENTRY
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<strong>MASTER`S</strong> <strong>GUIDE</strong> <strong>TO</strong>:<br />
<strong>ENCLOSED</strong> <strong>SPACE</strong> <strong>ENTRY</strong><br />
PAGE : 53 of 60<br />
DATE : 01.07.14<br />
PREPARED: MAR<br />
EDITION : 1.0<br />
Training should include:<br />
• enclosed space entry procedures<br />
• responsibilities of workers entering an enclosed space,<br />
• the hazards associated with entry into dangerous spaces, and the precautions to be taken<br />
• the use and maintenance of equipment and clothing required for entry into dangerous spaces<br />
• hazard assessment, particularly for permit issuers<br />
• recognition of the circumstances and activities likely to lead to the presence of a dangerous atmosphere<br />
• use of the atmosphere testing equipment<br />
• calibration procedures of the atmosphere testing equipment<br />
• management of shoreside contractors<br />
Maintenance of equipment for entry into dangerous spaces<br />
All breathing apparatus, rescue harnesses, lifelines, resuscitation equipment and any other equipment for<br />
use in, or in connection with, entry into dangerous spaces, or for use in emergencies, should be properly<br />
maintained, inspected periodically and checked for correct operation by a competent person, and a record<br />
of the inspections and checks<br />
kept. All items of breathing apparatus should be inspected for correct operation before<br />
and after use.<br />
Equipment for testing the atmosphere of dangerous spaces, including oxygen meters, should be kept in<br />
perfect working order and, where applicable, regularly serviced and calibrated. Careful heed should be<br />
given to manufacturers’ recommendations, the details of which should always be kept with the equipment.<br />
Always have good lighting when in an enclosed space.<br />
MARISCON GROUP 01.07.2014