The Entry Permit
A confined space permit serves as a written authorization, documenting that all necessary precautions have been taken to mitigate the potential hazards associated with a confined space.
Sample Entry Permit
Permit Form Sections
The entry permit must comply with OSHA requirements, authorize entry to a permit space, and must identify:
- The permit space to be entered.
- The purpose of the entry.
- The date and the authorized duration of the entry permit.
- The authorized entrants within the permit space, by name or through the use of rosters or tracking systems. If a roster or tracking system is used, indicate their use on the permit.
- The means of detecting an increase in atmospheric hazard levels in the event the ventilation system stops working.
- Each person, by name, currently serving as an attendant.
- The person, by name, currently serving as entry supervisor, and the signature or initials of each entry supervisor who authorizes entry.
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4-2. What must an entry permit identify?
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