Working in Confined Space Knowledge Base

This blog article explores the most crucial factors to consider before any work in a confined space takes place.

An essential guide for those seeking to understand confined space safety requirements.

A comprehensive guide on how to create a safe system of work for confined spaces when entry is unavoidable. The blog outlines the key steps, including planning, risk assessment, and implementing robust safety measures.

This blog article explains why they must be carefully assessed, considered and mitigated with the correct access systems, equipment and training.

In this article, we'll explore the main hazards of working in confined spaces, the various types of confined spaces, and the importance of confined space rescue training.

This blog highlights the importance of High-Risk Full BA Confined Space Training in the UK, emphasising legal compliance, hazard protection, emergency preparedness, and industry-specific safety requirements.

An informative blog detailing which industries and roles should prioritise confined space training. It discusses the significance of training for anyone responsible for managing, supervising, or working in confined spaces.

Both employees and employers may not fully comprehend the risks associated with working in or near confined spaces, despite the significant hazards involved.

In this article, we explore the critical importance of conducting dedicated Confined Space risk assessments and implementing comprehensive hazard assessment and control programmes.

This blog highlights the serious risks posed by confined spaces and why understanding these hazards is vital. It explains the role of training, awareness, and preparation in preventing accidents and protecting workers' health and safety.

This video provides a clear explanation of what constitutes a “confined space” in safety terms. It defines the key characteristics of confined spaces, highlights their common examples, and explains why they pose significant hazards to workers.

An introductory video covering the fundamentals of using gas monitors in confined spaces. It explains the importance of gas detection, proper equipment usage, and maintaining safety protocols in hazardous environments.

This video provides a detailed explanation of the five specified risks associated with working in confined spaces. It highlights the hazards workers may encounter and offers essential insights into mitigating these dangers.

This video focuses on oxygen levels, one of the five specified risks in confined spaces. It explores the implications of low or high oxygen concentrations and how to monitor and manage them effectively.

A video addressing the presence of flammable substances in confined spaces, explaining how to detect and respond to this critical risk using gas monitoring equipment.

This resource examines toxic gases as a specified risk in confined spaces, detailing the importance of identifying and monitoring harmful substances to prevent health hazards.

A guide to understanding the concept of Time Weighted Average (TWA) readings on gas monitors, essential for evaluating worker exposure to hazardous substances over time.

A video explaining how to interpret peak readings on gas monitors, which indicate the highest levels of hazardous gases detected during monitoring.

This video provides a summary of the various screen displays on gas monitors, ensuring users can navigate and interpret critical information quickly and effectively.

A practical guide to conducting general checks on Escape Breathing Apparatus (EBA) before entering confined spaces, ensuring the equipment is in proper working condition for emergencies.