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2.2.6 Confined Space Entry
(Reference CH2M HILL SOP HSE&Q-203, Confined Space Entry)
The following requirements must be met prior to confined space entry:
• Confined space entrants, attendants, and entry supervisors must complete the CH2M HILL 8-
Hour Confined Space Entry training.
• A Confined Space Entry Permit (CSEP), Alternative Procedure Certificate (APC), or Nonpermit
Certificate (NPC) must be completed and posted near the space entrance point for
review. These forms/permits have been included in Attachment 5;
• Each confined space entrant and attendant must attend a pre-entry briefing conducted by the
entry supervisor;
• Each confined space entrant and attendant must verify that the entry supervisor has authorized
entry and that all permit or certificate requirements have been satisfied;
• Only individuals listed on the Authorization/Accountability Log are permitted to enter the
space;
• Each confined space entrant and attendant must verify that atmospheric monitoring has been
conducted at the frequency specified on the permit or certificate and that monitoring results are
documented and within acceptable safe levels.
The following requirements must be met during confined space entry:
• Communication must be maintained between the attendant and entrants to enable the
attendant to monitor entrant status;
• Entrants must use equipment specified on the permit or certificate accordingly;
• All permit or certificate requirements must be followed;
• Entrants must evacuate the space upon orders of the attendant or entry supervisor, when an
alarm is sounded, or when a prohibited condition or dangerous situation is recognized;
• Entrants and attendants must inform the entry supervisor of any hazards confronted or created
in the space or any problems encountered during entry.
2.2.7 Cranes
(Reference CH2M HILL SOP HSE-303, Cranes, Hoists, and Rigging)
• Only certified crane operators are permitted to operate cranes.
• Maintain safe distance from operating cranes and stay alert of crane movement. Avoid
positioning between fixed objects and operating cranes and crane pinch points, remain outside
of the crane swing and turning radius. Never turn your back on operating cranes.
• Approach cranes only after receiving the operator’s attention. The operator shall acknowledge
your presence and stop movement of the crane. Never approach operating cranes from the side
or rear where the operator’s vision is compromised.
• When required to work in proximity to operating cranes, wear high-visibility vests to increase
visibility to operators. For work performed after daylight hours, vests shall be made of
reflective material or include a reflective stripe or panel.
• Stay as clear as possible of all hoisting operations. Loads shall not be hoisted overhead of
personnel.
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