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Confined Space


A confined space is a space that has any one of the following characteristics:

  • Limited openings for entry and exit
  • Unfavorable natural ventilation
  • Not designed for continuous worker occupancy

Below is a link to a pamphlet that has been developed to address situations commonly encountered by Surveyors - READ THIS, SOMEDAY IT MAY SAVE YOUR LIFE!

IACS-ConfinedSpace.pdf