What Makes a Space a Confined Space

A confined space also has limited or restricted means for entry or exit and is not designed for continuous occupancy. Confined spaces include, but are not limited to, tanks, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers, vaults, pits, manholes, tunnels, equipment housings, ductwork, pipelines, etc.

What 3 things make a confined space?

  • Limited Openings for Entry and Exit. …
  • The Space is not Intended for Continuous Human Occupancy. …
  • The Space is Large Enough for You to Enter and Conduct Work.

What determines if a work space is a confined space?

“Confined space” means a space that meets all 3 of the following conditions: … has a limited or restricted means of entry or exit or an internal configuration that could complicate provision of first aid, evacuation, rescue or other emergency response (espace clos)

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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