Confined Space Awareness
Confined Space Awareness Training
Recognize hazards. Follow safe entry procedures. Meet OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 requirements.
Schedule TrainingWhy Confined Space Safety Matters
Permit-required confined spaces present life-threatening atmospheric, engulfment, and physical hazards. OSHA’s standard (29 CFR 1910.146) requires employers to identify spaces, control hazards, train workers, and plan rescue before anyone enters.
What You’ll Learn
Confined Space Basics
Definition, types, and how to identify permit-required vs. non-permit spaces.
AwarenessHazard Identification
- Atmospheric hazards & monitoring
- Engulfment & entrapment risks
- Energy isolation & mechanical risks
Entry Procedures
- Permit system & roles
- Ventilation & blower setup
- PPE & communication
Roles & Responsibilities
- Authorized entrants
- Attendants
- Entry supervisors
Emergency Preparedness
- Rescue plans & retrieval systems
- Non-entry rescue concepts
- Coordination with responders
Hands-On & Certification
Equipment demos, hazard recognition drills, and a certificate of completion.
CertificateCourse Details
Need advanced options? Ask about Entry Supervisor training or Confined Space Non-Entry Rescue.
Who Should Attend
Typical Roles
- Authorized entrants & attendants
- Entry supervisors
- EHS managers & safety coordinators
- Contractors & maintenance teams
Industries We Serve
- Construction & Concrete
- Wastewater & Utilities
- Manufacturing & Food/Beverage
- Energy, Oil & Gas
How It Works
- Assess Needs — We review your spaces, hazards, and compliance gaps.
- Train Your Team — Focused awareness training with demos and drills.
- Equip & Support — Guidance on monitors, blowers, retrieval, and permits.
- Stay Current — Optional refreshers, audits, and toolbox talks.
Standards & Compliance
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146
Permit-Required Confined Spaces — identification, entry permits, monitoring, ventilation, roles, rescue.
ANSI Z117.1
Safety Requirements for Confined Spaces — best practices for training and controls.
Program Essentials
- Written entry program & permits
- Calibration & bump-test of monitors
- Ventilation & retrieval readiness
Confined Space FAQ
What is OSHA’s confined space standard?
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 requires employers to identify permit-required confined spaces and implement entry permits, air monitoring, ventilation, PPE, training, and rescue provisions prior to entry.
Who should take Confined Space Awareness?
Authorized entrants, attendants, entry supervisors, EHS leaders, maintenance teams, and contractors who work in or around tanks, pits, vaults, tunnels, or silos.
How long is the training and what do participants receive?
The course is 4 hours and includes demonstrations, drills, and a certificate of completion aligned to OSHA guidance.
What equipment is covered in the course?
Air monitoring (single/multi-gas), ventilation/blowers with ducting, retrieval systems (tripod/winch), communication methods, and appropriate PPE.
How often should we refresh training?
Annually is common best practice, and sooner if spaces, procedures, or equipment change, or after an incident or near miss.
Resources
Toolbox Talk: What is Confined Space?
Quick, practical talking points for your next safety meeting.
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