Guidance
Confined Space Entry Program Reference Manual
Confined Space Entry Program Reference Manual
- WorkSafeBC
- Guidance
- Unknown
- Confined SpaceEvacuation, Escape and RescuePermit to WorkPersonal Protective Equipment
- Confined space hazardsFireOxygen deficiencyOxygen enrichmentRegulation and legislation
- Confined space entry
- Breathing apparatusGas detectorPersonal protective equipmentProcess pipework and pipelinesRespirator
- Evacuation, escape and rescueAtmospheric gas testingEnergy and process isolationVentilation
Summary
Reference manual for developing confined space entry programmes under British Columbia’s regulatory framework. It covers space identification, hazard assessment, training, written procedures, atmospheric monitoring, ventilation, respiratory protection, lockout and piping isolation. Standby duties, rescue planning and entry permits accompany sample procedures, a worked permit and ventilation troubleshooting guidance.
Classifications: Confined space hazards; confined-space hazards.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Oxygen deficiency; oxygen deficient; oxygen displacement; oxygen depletion.
Classifications: Oxygen enrichment; oxygen enriched atmosphere.
Classifications: Regulation and legislation; safety legislation; regulatory requirements.
Classifications: Confined space entry; tank entry; enclosed space entry.
Classifications: Breathing apparatus; SCBA; self-contained breathing apparatus.
Classifications: Gas detector; gas monitor; gas detection instrument.
Classifications: Personal protective equipment; PPE; personal protection equipment.
Classifications: Process pipework and pipelines; process piping.
Classifications: Respirator; respiratory protective equipment; RPE.
Classifications: Evacuation, escape and rescue; EER; escape and rescue.
Classifications: Atmospheric gas testing; gas testing; atmosphere testing.
Classifications: Energy and process isolation; isolation; energy isolation.
Classifications: Ventilation; forced ventilation.
Summary
A reference manual for establishing confined-space entry programs, controlling hazards, and preparing workers for safe entry and rescue.
Themes: confined space, evacuation, escape and rescue, permit to work, personal protective equipment.