Entry to a confined space must be carried out in accordance with a “permit to work” which formalises the precautions needed.
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require employers and self-employed people to carry out a risk assessment to identify the hazards present in a confined space and determine what safety measures are needed. Failure to do so could result in heavy fines and prosecution.
Entry to a confined space must be carried out in accordance with a 'permit to work' which formalises the precautions needed, including if ATEX approved equipment is required for potential explosive atmospheres.
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