Confined Spaces

A Confined Space is a closed or partially enclosed area that has unsafe oxygen levels and airborne contaminants that can lead to impairment or unconsciousness, flammable substances causing fire or explosion, and solids or liquids that can cause suffocation or drowning.

The work planning processes must consider whether the requirement to enter a confined space can be eliminated. If work proceeds, Confined Space Works must be conducted safely eliminate or minimise, so far as is reasonably practicable, the risk of injuries, fatalities and incidents associated with such operations.

The following Critical and Standard Controls must be in place.