FACTS

1. Oxygen Deficiency: Confined spaces may have insufficient oxygen levels, particularly in areas like storage tanks, septic systems, or underground vaults.
2. Toxic Atmospheres: Confined spaces can accumulate toxic gases such as hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide, or methane, often without any visual warning signs.
3. Engulfment Hazards: Workers in confined spaces like trenches, pits, or silos may be at risk of engulfment by loose materials such as soil, sand, or mulch. This can result in suffocation.
4. Limited Access and Egress: Confined spaces often have restricted entrances and exits, making […]

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