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    Confined Space Safety Mar.4.2023

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    This document discusses confined space safety for workers at the Alkhobar SWRO2 Desalination Plant. It defines a confined space as an area that is large enough to enter, has limited entry/exit, and is not designed for continuous human occupancy. Confined spaces can contain hazardous atmospheres like oxygen deficiency, toxins, or combustible materials. The document outlines permit requirements, atmospheric testing, barricades, rescue procedures, and PPE needed for safely entering confined spaces. Workers must be trained on confined space hazards and follow strict protocols to prevent injuries when working in these dangerous areas.

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    This document discusses confined space safety for workers at the Alkhobar SWRO2 Desalination Plant. It defines a confined space as an area that is large enough to enter, has limited entry/exit, and is not designed for continuous human occupancy. Confined spaces can contain hazardous atmospheres like oxygen deficiency, toxins, or combustible materials. The document outlines permit requirements, atmospheric testing, barricades, rescue procedures, and PPE needed for safely entering confined spaces. Workers must be trained on confined space hazards and follow strict protocols to prevent injuries when working in these dangerous areas.

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    Mar 04, 2023 ALKHOBAR SWRO2 DESALINATION PLANT

    Weekly Toolbox
    Talk

    CONFINED
    SPACE

    Mar 04, 2023 ALKHOBAR SWRO2 DESALINATION PLANT


    Toolbox Talk Meeting @ CONFINED SPACE SAFETY

    Confined Space Safety

    ALKHOBAR SWRO2 DESALINATION PLANT


    Toolbox Talk Meeting @ CONFINED SPACE SAFETY

    Definition of Confined Space

    - Is an area large enough to enter and work.

    - Has limited means of entry and exit.

    - Not designed for continuous human occupancy.


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    Characteristics of Confined Space

    • Contains or has a potential to cause hazardous atmospheres.

    • Contains a material that has a potential for engulfing the entrant.

    • Has an internal configuration such that an entrant could be


    trapped or asphyxiated.

    • Contains any other serious recognized hazard.


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    Hazardous Atmosphere

    • An atmosphere that may expose employees to the risk of


    death, incapacitation, impairment of ability for self-rescue
    (unaided), injury or acute illness from one or more of the
    following causes:

    • Flammable gas or mist in excess of 10% of its LEL.


    • Airborne combustible dust at a concentration that meets or exceeds
    its LEL.
    • Atmospheric oxygen concentration below 20-23.5%.
    • Any other atmospheric condition that is immediately dangerous to
    life and health.
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    Examples of Confined Space:

    • Tanks
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    Examples of Confined Space :

    • Sewers
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    Examples of Confined Space:

    • Pits
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    Potential Hazards in Confined Space

    • Oxygen deficiency
    • Oxygen enriched atmospheres
    • Combustible and flammable materials
    • Toxic gases and vapors
    • Physical hazards
    • Electrical Hazards
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    Oxygen Deficiency

    • Oxygen Level Below 20%.


    • Causes Asphyxiation (e.g. Can not breathe due to lack of oxygen).
    • Gases that displaces oxygen such as Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen,
    Argon and Carbon Monoxide which prevents the body from using
    the Oxygen.
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    Oxygen Enriched Atmospheres

    • Oxygen level is greater than 23.5%.


    • Sources are welding and oxygen gas lines.
    • Increases Fire or Explosion hazard.
    • Never use oxygen to ventilate Confined Space.
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    Combustible and Flammable Materials

    • Some examples are


    compressed air, propane
    and welding gases.
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    Toxic Gases and Vapors

    • Most common include :

    - Carbon Monoxide (CO)


    - Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
    - Methane (CH4)
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    Physical Hazards

    • Falling, tripping,
    moving parts and
    engulfment.
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    Electrical Hazards

    • Electrocution,
    electric shock and
    sparks
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    Requirements of Confined Space

    • Confined space entry supervisor (CSES)


    • Confined space entry plan
    • Standby man
    • Confined space entry checklist
    • Confined space entry log
    • Work permit requirements as per G.I. 2.100
    • Barricades and warning signs
    • Atmospheric gas testing
    • PPE requirements
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    Confined Space Entry Plan shall include :


    • Scope of work
    • Results of the hazard evaluation (e.g., potential hazards in confined space)
    • Location and method of isolation
    • Procedure for cleaning, flushing and purging
    • Access and egress requirements
    • Pedestrian, vehicle and other barriers necessary
    • Fall protection plans
    • Types and frequency of atmospheric testing
    • Types of PPE required
    • Emergency Rescue Procedures
    • Work permit requirements
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    Control Provisions

    • Each designated confined space entry point shall be evaluated to


    ensure entrants can safely enter and exit the confined space.
    Designated entry points shall not be blocked or obstructed with
    equipment while entrants are inside the space (e.g., air
    cooling/ventilation hoses blocking an entry point).
    • The completed work permit(s) (e.g., confined space entry, hot
    work), confined space warning signs and barricades shall be
    posted outside the confined space to notify personnel that a
    confined space entry is in progress and to prohibit entry by
    unauthorized personnel.
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    Control Provisions

    • Prior to entry, chemical, and physical hazards shall be eliminated


    or controlled by one or more of the following methods: equipment
    isolation(e.g., lockout/tagout), draining, water washing, steam
    cleaning, purging and etc.
    • Mechanical ventilation (e.g., air movers) shall be used to ensure
    removal of all hazardous airborne contaminants in confined spaces
    where a hazardous atmosphere exists or could develop during the
    course of planned work.
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    Control Provisions

    • A standby man shall be assigned by the CSES at each designated


    entry point and shall continuously monitor the confined space
    entry while personnel are inside the confined space. In certain
    situations (e.g., multiple entry/exit points) more than one
    confined space standby man is required.
    • Standby men shall be provided with adequate means of
    communication (e.g., two-way radio) to ensure continuous
    communication with entrants and with the proper personnel
    (e.g., CSES, rescue team) in event of an emergency.
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    Rescue Provisions

    • At least one fire extinguisher (30 lb) shall be provided near each
    designated confined space entry point if the space is within process
    equipment (e.g., vessel, column, tank) or where combustible or
    flammable material may be present (including residue). Carbon dioxide
    (CO2) type fire extinguishers shall not be used inside enclosed confined
    spaces.
    • To facilitate nonentry rescue, retrieval systems or methods shall be used
    whenever an entrant enters an enclosed confined space that requires
    vertical entry (e.g., inside a vessel, column, tank, valve box, sump pit,
    lift station), unless the retrieval equipment would increase the overall
    risk of entry or would not contribute to the rescue of the entrant.
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    Confined Space Entry Checklist


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    Confined Space Entry Log


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    Barricades and Warning Signs

    • Shall be posted
    outside the confined
    space to notify the
    personnel that a
    confined space is in
    progress and prohibit
    entry by
    unauthorized
    personnel.
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    Atmospheric Gas Testing

    • Atmospheric gas testing withing the confined space shall


    include but not limited to testing for :
    Oxygen (O2)
    Flammable mixtures (LEL)
    Toxic gases (e.g., H2S AND CO)
    • Atmospheric testing shall be performed prior to entry, After
    breaks or if there is a reason that the condition is changed or
    at a periodic intervals (e.g., every 2 hours).
    • Shall be conducted by a certified gas tester as per G.I.
    2.709.
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    Multi-gas Monitors

    • OXYGEN - MIN 19.5% , MAX 23.5%

    • CO - ALARM = 35PPM

    • COMBUSTIBLE - ALARM = 10% LEL

    • H2S - ALARM = 10 PPM


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