Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. |
Characteristics of a confined space must include: | those described in the Occupational Health and Safety (Maritime Industry) (National Standards) Regulation and/or Australian Standard (AS/NZS) 2865 Safe working in a confined space |
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Confined spaces include one or more of the following: | ballast tanksbattery lockersboilerscargo tanks/holdschain lockerscofferdamscompressor roomsdouble bottomsduct keelsengine componentsfuel tanksfurnacesinert gas scrubber plantspump roomssewage tanksstorage areas for fixed fire extinguishing mediatrunking and pressure vesselsvoid spaces |
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Regulations, standards and codes of practice must include: | Code of Safe Working Practice for Australian Seafarers - Section 10 Entering and working in enclosed or confined spaces International Safety Management (ISM) Code Navigation Act 2012Occupational Health and Safety (Maritime Industry) (National Standards) Regulations 2003 |
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Regulations, codes of practice and standards include one or more of the following: | AS/NZS 2865 Safe working in a confined spaceInternational Maritime Organization (IMO) Resolution A 1050 (27) Revised Recommendations for Entering Enclosed Spaces Aboard Ships International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) CodeInternational Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT) Liquefied Gas Handling Principles on Ships and in Terminals (SIGTTO)shipboard confined /enclosed space entry procedures |
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Vessels include: | any Australian or international commercial vessel or unit |
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Hazards include one or more of the following: | cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gases etc.)dangerous goods in packaged formelectricity and wiring systemsflammable or explosive atmospheresfree flowing solidsheighthot pipes (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oils etc.)manual handlingmoving equipmentnoiseoxygen deficiency or enrichmentphysical obstructions such as transverse frames and floors poor visibilityproducts or processes in adjacent spacesrestricted accessrising liquidsslippery or uneven surfacestemperature extremestoxic liquids, solids, gases, vapours and dustsvibration |
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Risks include one or more of the following: | asphyxiationcontamination engulfment fallingfire or explosion |
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Risk control measures include one or more of the following: | atmospheric testingbarricadingcleaningde-energisingisolationlockout purgingsignage tag outventilation |
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Authorised personnel include one or more of the following: | MasterDelegated Safety OfficerChief MateChief Engineer1st Engineer |
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Permit requirements include one or more of the following: | atmospheric testing resultscold work permitcommunicationscompetent person who has control of the space and the authorising officer’s signaturedate and period of validityhazards that are likely to be presentheight permithot work permitisolation checklistlocations of the spaceneed for respiratory protection personal protection clothing requiredpersonal protective equipment requiredperson/s entering rescue arrangements and emergency equipmentrisk control measures standby person/s |
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Ready for entry include one or more of the following: | communications understood and testedcontrol measures confirmed and implementeddevelopment of an appropriate plan to complete works in the spaceemergency plan confirmed as appropriate or modified and equipment in position at the readymethod of safe entry and exit in placepermit/s signed by the Responsible Officer and posted safe atmosphere confirmed (or relevant measures in place to ensure safe entry into an unsafe atmosphere)space is securedstandby person/s identified and in position |
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Personal protective clothing and equipment include one or more of the following : | atmospheric monitoring equipment chemically resistant splash suitscoverallsglovesharness and restraint equipmenthelmetrespiratory protection (self rescue devices and self contained breathing apparatus [SCBA])safety bootssafety glasses or goggles |
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Entry equipment include one or more of the following: | anchor straps and/or anchor pointsatmospheric testing and monitoring equipmentconfined space harnessesfall arrest systems equipmentintrinsically safe torches/liftinglifeline/signalling linelockout kitretractable lanyard/srope kit/winchingSCBAsignagetripodventilation fan and ducting |
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Precautions during entry include one or more of the following: | atmosphere must be tested prior to entry, before re-entry and at frequent intervalsatmospheric monitoring must occur during occupancyif conducting prolonged work activities or in extreme temperatures, regular breaks should be takenif entry to unknown or unsafe atmospheres cannot be avoided the use of suitable breathing apparatus e.g. airline or self-contained should be employedoccupants must be provided with calibrated and tested multi-gas detectorsstandby person must maintain communications with occupants and relevant personnelventilation must continue while the space is occupied |
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Role and responsibilities of standby person/s include: | as defined in Regulation 4.18 Part 4 of the Occupational Health & Safety (Maritime Industry) (National Standards) Regulation |
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Emergency rescue equipment includes one or more of the following: | atmospheric monitoring equipmentemergency escape breathing devicesfirst aid kitharnesseshelmetslightingoxygen resuscitation kitrescue ropesrope recovery kitSCBAstretchertripod |