Confined Spaces Training Requirements (1926.1207)

• Provided to each employee covered by the standard at no cost
• Employer must ensure training is effective
• Training must cover:
  • The hazards of the permit space
  • Methods to isolate/control/protect from the hazards
  • Dangers of attempting a rescue if not an authorized entrant
• Training must be:
  • In a language and vocabulary the employee can understand
  • Before first assigned duties
  • Before a change in duties
  • Whenever there is a new hazard the employee has not been trained on
  • Whenever there is a change in the entry procedures or when inadequacies in employee knowledge about procedures occur
• Training must establish proficiency and introduce new/revised procedures as necessary
• Training records must be kept throughout the duration of employment and available for inspection

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