Confined Spaces
Learning objectives
- Identify characteristics and examples of a confined space.
- Identify the potential hazards of a confined space
- Recognize the difference between a permit required confined space and a non-permit required confined space, as well as the criteria for reclassifying a confined space
- Identify the role of a worker who is not authorized to enter a confined space in the event of an emergency
Course overview
This lesson will present the hazards posed by confined spaces and the difference between a permit required confined space and a non-permit required confined space.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 17 minutes
- Format: Online Interactive
- Tier: 2
- Course ID: 193
English, Spanish, French Canadian, Korean, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese (Simplified), German, Hindi, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese
Course Outline
- What Is a Confined Space?
- Classification of a Confined Space
- Emergency Rescue
Regulations
- 29 CFR 1910.146 Subpart J - General Environmental Controls - 1910.146, Permit required confined spaces
- 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA - Confined Spaces in Construction