Many Surrey workplaces have confined spaces – from storage tanks and silos to sewers and vaults. While often essential for operations, these spaces can pose serious safety hazards to workers.

Continue reading this post to ensure your Surrey workplace stands out from the crowd and prioritizes confined space safety training.

Understanding Confined Space Dangers

Confined spaces present several dangers, including:

  • Asphyxiation:Low oxygen levels or the presence of toxic gases can cause unconsciousness and death.
  • Engulfment:Workers risk suffocation from loose materials like grain or sand.
  • Drowning:Confined spaces may contain liquids or flooding risks.
  • Electrocution:Electrical hazards are common in confined spaces.

Confined Space Regulations in Surrey

The British Columbia Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) Part 9 lays out specific requirements for working in confined spaces. These regulations mandate:

  • Identifying workplace confined spaces.
  • Developing and implementing a confined space program.
  • Providing proper training for workers who enter confined spaces.

Confined Space Training Needs for Surrey Workers

To comply with regulations and safeguard worker well-being, Surrey businesses should invest in confined space training. Here are the common types of confined space training available:

Confined Space Awareness – For any worker who may encounter a confined space, this training teaches basic recognition and avoidance measures.

Confined Space Attendant – For workers who monitor confined space entries from outside, this training covers communication, emergency procedures, and attendant responsibilities.

Confined Space Entrant – For workers authorized to enter confined spaces, this comprehensive training covers entry procedures, hazard assessment, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and rescue techniques.

Metro Safety Training offers a range of confined space training programs to suit your Surrey workplace needs. In addition to confined space safety training, we also offer valuable occupational safety courses, including Occupational First Aid Levels 1, 2, and 3, and Level 3 Pro Renewal.

Call us now, to know more about workplace safety training and keep your employees safe for maximum productivity!