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713 Confined Space Program
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Entrant Responsibilities

Employees who are granted permission to enter a confined space should:

  • Read and observe the entry permit requirements.
  • Stay alert to the hazards that could be encountered in a confined space.
  • Use the protective equipment required by the permit.

Confined space entrants must immediately exit the confined space when:

  • They are ordered to do so by the attendant.
  • An automatic alarm sounds.
  • They perceive they are in danger.
  • They notice physiological stresses or changes in themselves or co-workers (e.g., dizziness, blurred vision, shortness of breath).

1910.146(h)
Duties of authorized entrants. The employer must make sure all authorized entrants:

  • 1910.146(h)(1) Know the hazards that may be faced during entry, including the mode, signs or symptoms, and consequences of the exposure;
  • 1910.146(h)(2) Properly use equipment as required by paragraph (d)(4) of this section;
  • 1910.146(h)(3) Communicate with the attendant as needed so the attendant can monitor entrant status and alert them to evacuate as required by paragraph (i)(6);
  • 1910.146(h)(4) Alert the attendant whenever:
    • 1910.146(h)(4)(i) The entrant sees any warning sign or symptom of exposure to a dangerous situation, or
    • 1910.146(h)(4)(ii) The entrant detects a prohibited condition;
  • 1910.146(h)(5) Exit from the permit space as quickly as possible whenever:
    • 1910.146(h)(5)(i) An order to evacuate is given by the attendant or entry supervisor,
    • 1910.146(h)(5)(ii) The entrant sees any warning sign or symptom of exposure to a dangerous situation,
    • 1910.146(h)(5)(iii) The entrant detects a prohibited condition, or
    • 1910.146(h)(5)(iv) An evacuation alarm goes off.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

7-3. What must confined entrants do if they notice physiological stresses or changes in themselves or co-workers?