Confined Space

The purpose of the Confined Space Entry Program is toprotect employees fromthose hazards of entry into and work withinconfined spaces and to ensure that all activities requiring entry into a confined space are conducted in a manner consistent with Lehigh University's procedures and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 (General Industry) and OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (Construction). The Permit-Required Confined Space Program includes the following:

• Safe entry procedures
• Required equipment and training
• The evaluation of confined spaces
• Responsibilities of department/supervisors/employees
• Confined Space Permits

Contacts

• Overall Program Management - Randy Shebby (610)758-6240 rasf@lehigh.edu

References

• OSHA Permit-Required Confined Space Standard (29 CFR 1910.146) - General Industry
• OSHA Permit-Required Confined Space Standard (29 CFR 1926.21 (6)(6)) - Construction
• OSHA Permit-Required Confined Space Standard (29 CFR 1926.352 (g)) - Construction
• OSHA Permit-Required Confined Space Standard (29 CFR.1926.353 (6)) - Construction

Lehigh Safety Resources

• Confined Space Policy
• Eight Hour Confined Space Permit [ word file ] [ pdf ]