What must a worker do before entering a confined space
- Be nationally trained as competent to perform confined space entry work
- Plus have a fully trained standby and
- Have a rescue plan that has been rehearsed prior to entry
- Complete a confined space risk assessment
- Fill out a confined space permit
- Ensure all PPE as outlined in the Permit is in place and effective
- Obtain approval from management prior to entry
- Standby to continue dynamic risk assessment whilst workers in space
- Standby to maintain continuous communications whilst workers in the space