Subject

Confined Space Entry
SAFETY 05-1

Purpose

To protect the safety of Facilities Services employees and prevent injuries that could result from work in confined spaces.

Practice

Employees, leads, supervisors, and managers must comply with the UW Confined Space Entry Program. A complete copy of the program is linked to this Safety Practice.

References

UW Confined Space Entry Program, WAC 296-809

Resources

• Evaluation Form
• Entry Permit
• Hot Work Permit
• Confined Space Locations

Responsibility : Action

• Employee:

  • See UW Confined Space Entry Program for employee’s responsibilities.

• Supervisor:

  • See UW Confined Space Entry Program for supervisor’s responsibilities

• Safety Administrator:

  • Monitor Facilities Services’ compliance with UW Confined Space Entry Program