NOTE:  PERMIT MUST BE LOGGED AND KEPT ON FILE FOR A PERIOD OF NOT LESS THAN A YEAR. SEE APPENDIX E

8. Only authorized entrants will be allowed to enter the confined space. 

9. Procedures for Atmospheric Testing. 

a. Testing and evaluation shall be done with equipment capable of sampling the conditions within the confined space  prior to entry with the findings recorded on the confined space permit. 

b. If contaminates are found in the confined space, an evaluation and verification must be made as to the type and  concentration of the contaminate and findings recorded on the confined space permit 

c. Duration of Testing. 

i. Duration or number of tests taken will be determined by the concentration, source, type of the contaminate,  and results of the ventilation system. 

ii. Recommendations of the specification of the equipment as required by the manufacturer of the testing  equipment and/or MSDS. 

iii. In a large area greater than four feet in depth, a test grid will be adopted to ensure uniform atmospheric  conditions, and to ensure the atmospheric condition will not change in the work area because of air circulation  and air changes.  

TRAINING 

1. Personnel entering the confined space must be trained and have the necessary skills (i.e., understanding of and how  to conform to safety procedures) before they are assigned their duties. 

2. Training shall be provided to every authorized entrant before the following occur:  

a. They are assigned their duties. 

b. Changes in assignments are made. 

c. Changes occur in the confined space operations. 

d. If there are deviations in the confined space procedures. 

3. The training will establish the necessary skills required in performing their duties. 

4. Training in any new or revised procedures relating to the work to be performed in the confined space will be  conducted. 

5. Verification of the training of the authorized entrants will take place. 

6. The training certification will contain the following name and signatures of employees and instructor and witness, and  make them available to all interested parties upon their request. See Appendix F. 

7. Duties of authorized entrants are as follows: 

a. Know the potential hazards prior to allowing entry, with understanding of the signs, symptoms and consequences  of exposure. (Refer to MSDS) 

b. Understand the proper use of equipment for monitoring and the use of other related equipment. 

c. Communicate with outside attendants on a regular basis. 

d. Alert the outside observer when the following conditions exist: 

i. Warning signs or symptoms of over‐exposure to the attendant. 

ii. Detection of any prohibited conditions. 

e. Exit confined spaces as quickly as possible when the following occurs:

i. Ordered to exit by the supervisor and/or outside attendant. 

ii. Recognize warning signs or symptoms of exposure to damage. 

iii. Detect a prohibited condition. 

iv. The evacuation alarm is activated. 

f. Duties of outside attendants are as follows:

i. Be familiar with hazards and potential hazards entrants may be exposed to during entry, also signs and  symptoms of being exposed to the hazards. 

ii. Be aware of the behavioral effects of the exposure to the hazardous conditions. 

iii. Use Appendix D to check personnel in and out of the confined area. 

g. If necessary, remain outside the permit space until relieved by another attendant.

h. Be trained in CPR and first aid and emergency rescue.

i. If the project chooses to use local emergency personnel, bring the emergency team to the site and allow them to become acquainted with the area in which they will be working in.

j. If other outside attendants are to be used for rescue, another trained attendant must be present before the rescuer is allowed to enter the confined space.

k. Communicate with authorized entrants to monitor the status of the confined space and to alert those working in the confined space of any emergencies.

l. Monitor inside and outside the confined space to determine the concentrations of the contamination for safe operations, unless the following conditions exist:

i. Detection of prohibited conditions. 

ii. Behavioral effects of hazard exposure. 

iii. Detection of a situation outside of the confined space which could endanger the entrant. 

iv. The authorized entrant cannot perform the duties safely. 

m. Summon rescue and emergency service when deemed necessary.

n. Take action to prevent an unauthorized person from entering the confined space. If an unauthorized entrant enters the confined space, they must be immediately removed.

o. Keep the supervisor in charge of the confined space informed of all those entering the space.

p. Perform no duties which will interfere with the monitoring and protection of those inside the confined space.

q. The attendant may monitor more than one confined space providing they are in the immediate area.

r. Perform non-entry rescue as specified in the rescue procedure.

8. Duties of the superintendent and foreman are the following: 

a. Be aware of the hazards which may exist within the confined space.

b. Verify that all the necessary procedures on the permit have been made (i.e., proper tests are being done; proper  procedures are in place before signing or allowing entry.) 

c. Terminate entry into the confined space and cancel permit when conditions require it. 

d. Verify emergency rescue services are available and know how to summon when needed. 

e. Remove unauthorized persons who enter or attempt to enter the confined space. 

f. Determine the responsibility and transfer of the permit space entry operations based on the hazard change and  operations performed.