Work in
confined spaces is dangerous. Workers can all too easily be sickened by toxic
fumes, scorched by flammable vapors set alight by a stray spark, or simply
overcome by a lack of oxygen.
That's why
OSHA has issued a new confined space standard for the construction industry,
providing construction workers the same protections long afforded to workers in
general industry. And now OSHA has published a helpful compliance guide for
construction contractors: Protecting Construction Workers in
Confined Spaces.
CPWR also
has offerings to help you address confined space hazards with your team. Visit
our electronic Library of Construction Occupational Safety and Health (eLCOSH) for "No
Escape," a gripping video on confined space hazards. Download a copy of
our confined spaces toolbox talk. And if
you're giving that toolbox talk, give everyone a copy of our Confined Space
Hazard Alert -- you can access a one-page version online or contact news@cpwr.com
to request copies of the pocket-sized brochures.
Source: CPWR
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