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Part of this role is to produce a dynamic confined space method statement, in this document, it will
identify all foreseeable risks that may occur in a category 2, category 3 or category 4 confined
spaces. The confined space specified risks outlined in the method statement will be addressed and
actions put in place to control or eliminate the hazard.
The HSE outline three key aspects of the Law that relate to confined spaces; the Confined Space
Regulations 1997, machinery in confined spaces including; the Provision and Use of Work
Equipment Regulations 1998 and the Workplace Regulations 1992. Equipment required before
entering a confined space is also important; Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 2002 and
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992. As well as these regulations, the Health
and Safety at Work Act 1974 discusses confined space works. The HSE outline the need for
identifying hazards, assessing the risks for all work to decide what measures are necessary for
safety. This needs to take into account the task, the working environment, materials and tools,
suitability of operatives and arrangements for emergency rescue.
The regulations on working in a confined space are described in the Confined Space Regulation
act 1997. In this document, it states that entry into a confined space should not be carried out by
anyone at work for any reason, unless it is unavoidable for the task at hand. These confined space
guidelines express the importance of competent operatives and standard operating procedures. No
operative should enter, carry out work in or leave a confined space without following a safe system
of works. These safe system of works should take into account all applicable specified risks, safe
working practices and without any risks to health.
Confined space task analysis is vital to working in hazardous areas. The 1997 act highlights that
without relevant preparation for the specific confined space, no persons should enter or work in
any confined space. Appropriate procedures for the rescue and recovery of a person should be
organised before entry whether the risk was specified or not. These arrangements that should be
put I place should to a minimum, reduce as far as is reasonably practicable, the risks to any
persons health and safety, that needs to put arrangements in place for rescue. As with all aspects
of confined space entry, rescue and safety, the need to ensure the resuscitation equipment is
properly and continually maintained is paramount, especially when a specified risk has highlighted
the possible need for such equipment.
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Permit to Work – Confined Spaces
Permit Number:
1. PERMIT ISSUE (For completion by Authorised Person – Tony Conte)
Building/site name:
Location of work:
Description of work:
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2. RECEIPT (To be completed by person responsible for the work prior to working)
I understand the scope of work and precautions to be taken
Name Name Signature Date
(Block Capitals)
Isolated plant has been reinstated. The Permit is now cancelled; all additional works will require a
new permit to be issued.
Authorised person Date Time
signature
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