Program Elements
Employers are required to have a permit-required confined space program (also called a permit space program) when they allow employees to enter confined spaces in their workplaces that meet the definition of a permit-required confined space and pose hazards to workers.
A Confined Space Program is required when the employer allows employees to enter permit spaces.
OSHA outlines required elements that must be included in a confined space program:
- Identification of confined spaces: Employers must identify all confined spaces in their workplace.
- Hazard evaluation: Employers must evaluate the potential hazards associated with each confined space.
- Written plan: Employers must develop and implement a written confined space plan that includes procedures for safe entry, ventilation, communication, emergency response, and rescue.
- Entry procedures: Employers must establish and implement safe entry procedures for each confined space.
- Training: Employers must train workers on the hazards and safety procedures associated with confined spaces.
- Rescue and emergency services: Employers must ensure that rescue and emergency services are available and trained in confined space rescue.
- Equipment: Employers must provide and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment and other equipment necessary for safe entry and rescue.
- Recordkeeping: Employers must maintain records of confined space evaluations, permits, training, and incidents.
The specific requirements for a confined space program may vary depending on the type and level of hazards associated with the confined spaces, and may also vary by jurisdiction.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
2-1. The employer must develop and implement a written plan as part of the Confined Space Program if ______.
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