What is a Confined Space?
Posted by Safety Services, Inc. on Aug 26th 2025
What is a Confined Space?
Confined spaces are among the most dangerous areas in the workplace. They may look harmless—like a storage tank, sewer line, or crawl space—but these environments often hide life-threatening risks. OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) reports that many confined space accidents happen because workers underestimate hazards or lack proper confined space training.
Understanding what a confined
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Confined Space Training: What It Is, Who Needs It, and Why It's Essential
Posted by Safety Services, Inc. on Jan 23rd 2025
Confined Space Training: What It Is, Who Needs It, and Why It's EssentialWhat Is Confined Space Training?Confined space training equips workers with the knowledge and skills required to safely enter, work in, and exit confined spaces. These spaces are not designed for continuous occupancy and often have limited access points, making them hazardous due to poor ventilation, potential exposure to toxic gases, and other risks. Examples of confined sp
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