OSHA Confined Space Standards for General Industry

Appearing below are links to the OSHA 1910 general industry standards for permit-required confined space entry:

• 1910.146 – Permit-required confined spaces
  • Appendix A, Permit-required confined space decision flow chart
  • Appendix B, Procedures for atmospheric testing
  • Appendix C, Examples of permit-required confined space programs
  • Appendix D, Confined space pre-entry check list
  • Appendix E, Sewer system entry
  • Appendix F, Rescue team or rescue service evaluation criteria (Non-mandatory)

Here are links to some other OSHA 1910 general industry standards that specifically mention work conducted inside a confined space:

• 1910 Subpart H – Hazardous materials,
  • 1910.124, General requirements for dipping and coating operations

• 1910 Subpart Q – Welding, cutting, and brazing
  • 1910.252, General requirements

• 1910 Subpart R – Special industries
  • 1910.261, Pulp, paper, and paperboard mills
  • 1910.268, Telecommunications
  • 1910.272, Grain handling facilities

Bear in mind that other OSHA general industry standards, such as but not limited to, lockout tagout, respiratory protection, hazardous substances, haz-com, and PPE, could apply to your confined space entry operations. Refer to the OSHA 1910 general industry standards to determine all related standards that apply to your work.

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