Many jobs require entry into enclosed spaces with limited air movement. These spaces can be hazardous for human entry. CLEAN EARTH ENVIRONMENTAL technicians are all certified for confined space entry and attend mandatory annual training, as well as safety meetings prior to the start of each project.
A "confined space" is generally defined as any area, which has limited means of egress; or has an oxygen deficient/ enriched atmosphere, or has the potential for the accumulation of flammable or toxic gases or vapors.
Examples or potential hazardous areas:
Among the more dangerous work environments in municipalities, industries, and utilities, are confined spaces. Every year confined space accidents account for a large number of worker deaths. These deaths are the result of the failure, by the worker, or supervision, to recognize the hazard, or failure to take simple yet important safety precautions.