The tragedy again exposed the need for real-time information gathering prior to confined space entry and in taking appropriate action based on an understanding of atmospheric conditions. In 2015, OSHA ...

There’s a sign that says, “Confined space! DO NOT ENTER!!!” over it that always makes me shudder. It’s about 10 feet deep, about 2 feet in diameter, and full of very cold water.

Confined spaces pose a number of physical and environmental hazards to a worker—and it’s critical that employers understand the risks, those most vulnerable and hazard mitigation techniques.

Danger in the air: Confined space close call By Sgt. 1st Class George McKnight, U.S. Army Central, Shaw Air Force Base, Sumter, South Carolina June 4, 2019 Share on Twitter ...

The worker’s well-being is put at risk when they are not aware that they are going to work in a confined space and therefore do not take the proper precautions beforehand. That’s why it’s crucial to ...

Due to these hazards, a tank may qualify as a “permit-required” confined space under OSHA regulations, depending on the chemical makeup of the substances being transported, cleaning method ...

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a warning to the manufacturing industry about the extreme dangers of entering confined spaces, particularly those dealing with waste and recycling. In ...