Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for entering and working in confined spaces
- Compliance documentation relevant to entering and working in confined spaces is accessed, interpreted and applied
- Work instructions relevant to the allotted task are obtained, confirmed and applied
- Safety requirements relevant to the allotted task are obtained, confirmed and applied
- Authorisation ( entry permit ) is obtained to enter the confined space in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Emergency response procedure is confirmed with the stand-by person
- Signage and barrier requirements are identified, obtained and implemented as required by task and regulations
- Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks that are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and faults rectified or reported
- Environmental protection requirements are identified, confirmed and applied as appropriate to task and enterprise environmental management plan
- Rescue equipment is positioned as required by the entry permit close to the point of entry
- Enter and work in the confined space
- Access to the confined space is gained
- The atmosphere is tested and monitored for harmful elements in accordance with procedures
- Tagging and lock-out procedures are applied as required
- Confined space is entered in accordance with required procedure
- Communication is maintained with the stand-by person
- Entry permit requirements are complied with while carrying out designated work in confined space
- Allocated entry time is monitored and adhered to
- Exit confined space
- Confined space is exited according to agreed procedure
- Tools, equipment and materials are recovered from the confined space
- Inspection of the confined space is conducted to ensure it is left safe and fit for purpose
- Access is secured according to site procedures
- Tagging and lock-out is removed according to site procedures
- Confined space entry log is completed
- Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with project environmental management plan