PIPE LAYING BY CONFINED SPACE EXCAVATION

• Isolate the confined space entry site from the surrounding area using guards and barriers (including signs, rope, or tape).

• Drain, clean, ventilate, and/or purge the confined space, as necessary, to prevent flammable, toxic, and corrosive hazards.

• Isolate all electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic energy

• Ensure that all workers are wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, and that all persons wearing respirators have been properly trained in their usage.

• Provide continuous ventilation, as necessary.

• Ensure that non-sparking tools and explosion proof equipment are used when working in a potentially combustible atmosphere.

• Position gas cylinders for cutting or burning outside the confined space.

• Ensure that a standby SCBA is available.

• Obtain personal protective equipment, including lifelines, winches, and harnesses, as required. Ensure that the equipment has been inspected as scheduled.

• Take precautions to ensure against engulfment hazards, such as water, dirt, grain, etc.