Confined spaces are enclosed spaces that are large enough for workers to enter and perform work assignments, but have limited openings to enter and exit and are not designed for continuous employee ...

The Lynx line of products is a new generation of confined space entry equipment from MSA Fall Protection. The Lynx line revolves around three products: The Lynx Hoist, The Lynx Rescuer, and the Lynx ...

How many times have you heard the question asked, "Is that really a confined space?" This is asked a lot more than you might think. To truly understand what a confined space is, let's start with its ...

OSHA 1910.146, the standard covering permit-required confined spaces, is a great starting point to learn more about creating a confined space program. The standard is a quick read, covering the ...

Not being able to rescue a worker from a confined space has a devastating impact on the company and, more importantly, the employees. With a focus on decreasing or minimizing injuries and fatalities, ...

ANNISTON ARMY DEPOT, Ala. -- In 2018, three underground utility workers in Florida died performing routine work after entering a confined space without the proper personal protective equipment or gas ...

Since its founding in 1910, MRS Training and Rescue has built a long-standing reputation as a leader in confined space safety—starting with their early days rescuing workers from now-abandoned coal ...

Mark McCabe recounts how rescuer and victim at a confined-space incident nearly were put in peril because of shortsightedness regarding the crew's four-gas meters. In July 2017, the Cohasset, MA, Fire ...

Over 1 ½ million workers enter confined spaces on an annual basis. Serious injury or death in a confined space can be the result of asphyxiation, engulfment, electric shock, falls, and heat stress.

Preparation and vigilance are everything when it comes to confined space entry. A shipyard visit typically involves confined space entry – and lots of it. Protecting Workers, and Ensuring Safe Sailing ...

The purpose of this confined space policy is to protect Western Michigan University (WMU) employees who enter confined spaces. In addition, this policy ensures compliance with MIOSHA Part 90 and OSHA ...

1.1.1 The purpose of this program is to ensure that safe work practices are utilized during all activities regarding the permit space to prevent personal injuries and illnesses that could occur; and ...