Rescue Equipment
A worker in a confined space must wear a harness that will keep the worker in a position to permit rescue. A lifeline must be attached to the harness. The lifeline must be attended at all times by a standby person stationed outside the entrance to the space.
Workers must always wear harnesses in the following situations:
- When entering a confined space that contains a high hazard atmosphere
- When there is a risk of entrapment or engulfment
- When there is any other recognized serious health or safety hazard
The standby person must be equipped with suitable lifting equipment, if necessary, to permit rescue.
Harnesses, lifelines, and lifting equipment must meet the requirements of OHS standards.
Furthermore, rules must be in place to prevent the entanglement of lifelines and other equipment among rescue workers.
If the standby person cannot attempt a rescue using harnesses, lifelines, and lifting equipment, one or more additional workers must be stationed at the entrance to the confined space. These workers must be capable of entering the space and conducting a rescue.
Exceptions
A lifeline is not required if the risk assessment identifies obstructions or other conditions that make its use impractical or unsafe.
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