Confined Space Safety

Course overview

In every community, there are spaces with unique characteristics that present potential hazards. These areas, referred to as confined spaces, are defined by their limited access and egress, making entry and exit particularly challenging. Confined spaces can exist in diverse settings, including industrial facilities, construction sites, and public infrastructure. Examples include tanks, silos, tunnels, manholes, and pipelines. Despite appearing unremarkable, these spaces often harbor hidden dangers, such as toxic atmospheres, engulfment risks, or hazardous structural configurations, which pose serious threats to individuals who enter without proper training and safety measures.