Health & Safety - Confined Spaces

Synopsis: Takes a step-by-step look at the requirements of the 1997 Confined Spaces Regulations. These include: avoiding entry if it is practicable to do so; Identifying the hazards and assessing the risks; establishing a safety system of work; establishing emergency arrangements. The video shows how to avoid costly accidents by carrying out a risk assessment and implementing control measures. It describes permit to work systems to help minimise risks and outlines the elements of training for everyone involved in confined spaces operations.

The programme ends by reminding viewers what they should never do and what they should always do when working in confined spaces. It emphasises that failure to comply with the regulations not only endangers the persons involved but can lead to criminal prosecution.

safety training for managers and employees who work in confined spaces.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of release: 1999
Year of production: 1999
Uses: Safety training for managers and employees who work in confined spaces.
Subjects: Civil Engineering & Building; Health & safety
Keywords: construction engineering; safety measures; confined spaces

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