Pre-Entry (Planning)
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Figure 1: Employee training.
OSHA requires that employers train their employees to enter and work safely in enclosed and confined spaces as well as other hazardous atmospheres. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)
]
Training Requirements
Training Requirements
Workers shall be trained to: [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)
]
Recognize characteristics of confined spaces. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(2)(i)
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Understand the hazards associated with confined spaces. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(2)(ii)
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Recognize and understand the health effects of hazardous atmospheres. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(2)(iii)
and
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(2)(iv)
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Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(2)(v)
and
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(2)(vi)
]
Be aware of or understand the use of confined space controls and barriers. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(2)(vii)
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Exit a space if hazardous conditions develop or an alarm sounds. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(3)
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Workers shall be retrained when duties or operations change. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(4)
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Employers shall certify that training has been completed. [
29 CFR 1915.12(d)(5)
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Employers shall exchange hazard and control information with subcontractors and other employers working in the same area. [
29 CFR 1915.12(f)
]
Maritime Labor/Industry Recommendations
Employers should retrain employees on confined space annually.
Employers should conduct awareness training for those who must work in enclosed spaces.
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Figure 1: Employee training.