Confined Spaces

1) Is there a Method Statement / Risk Assessment / Permit to Work available on site for the activity?<br>a) Has it been briefed out and signed for?

2) Are the Emergency Procedures available on site?<br>a) Are all operatives aware of them?<br>b) Are the Emergency Procedures adequate and do all personnel understand them?<br>c) Have foreseeable emergencies been identified?

3) Have all Operatives been inducted to the Project and received EUSR training?<br>a) Are all operatives competent to perform the task?<br>(Check CITB, CSCS cards, training records etc.) Confined Spaces entry training, breathing apparatus, medically fit.

4) Are the welfare facilities adequate and is there appropriate first aid provision on site?<br>(Numbers of Appointed persons / First Aiders, Location / Contents of Kit)

5) Is the correct PPE for the task being worn? <br>(Check condition, age, storage, training)

6) Is the site tidy and free from trip hazards and is there safe access and egress available for all?

7) Are all operatives competent to perform the task?<br>(Check CITB, CSCS cards, training records etc.) Confined Spaces entry training, breathing apparatus, medically fit.

8) What specified risks exist which classify the work are as a confined space?<br>a) Can the task be avoided?

9) Are the emergency procedures adequate and do all personnel understand them?<br>a) Have foreseeable emergencies been identified?

10) Has a system of communication been agreed between those inside the confined space and those outside?

11) Are any vehicle / plant exhaust fumes likely to enter the confined space?

12) Is breathing apparatus checked / tested / inspected prior to entry?<br>(Recorded)

13) Are atmospheric tests carried out at the start of every shift and during activities?

14) Are atmospheric monitors within their calibration date, batteries checked, tested prior to entry?

15) Is there safe access / egress to and from the confined space?

16) If required, are there an adequate number and type of fire extinguishers on site and are they in appropriate locations?

17) Is safe access to the pipeline provided?<br>E.g. suitably footed ladder.

18) Have powered access trolleys undergone maintenance / safety checks prior to use?

19) Are warning notices and personnel posted at each open end of the pipe?

20) Is a shatterproof torch / headlamp, face mask / respirator, rescue line, air sampler analyzer and suitable Breathing apparatus available on site?

21) If an entry of more than 60m is to occur, are two people on powered trolleys used?

22) Has the pipeline profile been consulted prior to the commencement of the work?<br>(Gradients, dips, turns)

23) Is working time in the pipe limited?<br>(Is this documented and time of entry record)

24) Are ropes / harnesses inspected prior to use?<br>a) Do harnesses have a valid test certificate, SWL indicated?