| Document ID (ISN) | 101376 |
| CIS number |
03-101 |
| Year |
2000 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Dumayag C.M., Viado A.M. |
| Title |
Safety in confined space |
| Bibliographic information |
Department of Labor and Employment, Occupational Safety and Health Center, OSHC Building, North Avenue corner Agham Road, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines, Apr. 2000. ii, 30p. Illus. 9 ref. |
| Abstract |
Work in confined spaces such as tunnels or tanks is dangerous, involving the risk of getting trapped, being exposed to toxic substances or suffering from a lack of oxygen. Many workers have died in confined spaces while doing their job or attempting to rescue their fellow workers. Contents of this guide on the prevention of hazards when working in confined spaces: introduction; definition of confined space; examples of confined space; hazards in confined spaces; control of hazards; confined space entry procedures. Appendices include: checklist; samples of tags; sample of permit to enter a confined space. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
Philippines; confined spaces; training material; safe working methods; safety training in industry; work in confined spaces |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
carbon monoxide; work in sewers; methane; harmful substances; ducts; manholes; containers; maintenance; repair work; tunnelling; explosion hazards; explosive atmospheres; training manuals; prevention of access; oxygen deficiency; asphyxia; inspection; permits-to-work; check lists; safety guides; bulk storage bins; hydrogen sulfide |
| Document type |
C - Training manuals, audiovisual material |
| Country / State or Province | Philippines |
| Subject(s) |
Toxic and dangerous substances
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
OSH training
Confined spaces
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