Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify confined spaces and their regulatory framework
- Characteristics of a confined space are outlined
- Confined spaces in the workplace are identified
- Regulations and standards relevant to confined space operations on vessels are identified
- Relevant codes of practice and sources of guidance for undertaking confined space work are identified
- Potential hazards of confined spaces are identified
- Assess confined space for entry
- Obtain permission to enter confined space
- Process and documentation required for authorisation to enter confined space are identified
- Permission to enter and work in confined space is sought from authorised personnel on vessel according to regulatory and organisational requirements
- Permit requirements associated with confined space entry and work to be performed are confirmed and completed
- Plan and prepare for entry
- Appropriate plan is prepared for completion of work activity in confined space
- Process is followed to ensure confined space is ready for entry
- Appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used correctly
- Entry equipment is made ready and used according to manufacturer operating instructions
- Precautions during entry are identified to protect occupants
- Apply emergency procedures
- Conclude confined space operations
- Personnel involved and equipment used are accounted for
- Equipment is cleaned, inspected and/or serviced prior to stowage
- Confined space entry is secured, isolations are removed and space is returned to normal
- Permit is withdrawn and documentation is completed according to regulatory requirements and organisational policy