What's at Stake

A confined space is any enclosed or partially enclosed space with restricted entry and exit that is not designed or intended for continuous human occupancy. The word “confined” suggests “small” but many confined spaces aren’t small. Storage tanks, silos, sewers, enclosed drains, ductwork, vats, unvented or poorly ventilated rooms and trenches are all examples of confined spaces. They are found in a large number of workplaces, both indoors and outdoors and above ground and underground.

What's the Danger

Many confined spaces contain hazardous substances or dangerous conditions. Some areas become confined spaces because of work being carried out inside them. In […]