Topic Sheet No. 20

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Working in confined spaces? Know the risks.

Confined and restricted spaces present serious dangers — from oxygen deficiency and toxic gases to the risk of entrapment. Every year, workers are injured or worse in environments where hazards are not properly identified or controlled.

If your team operates in ducts, tanks, culverts, or enclosed plant rooms, it’s essential to understand:

  • What defines a confined space
  • How conditions can change unexpectedly
  • The importance of risk assessments, proper ventilation, PPE, and rescue planning

Key takeaway:
If entry can be avoided, it should be. If not, then control measures and safe systems of work are a must.

Read the full Topic Sheet here: https://irata.org/downloads/4404

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