Workers in the construction industry now have the same confined space protections that those in manufacturing and general industry have had for more than 20 years. The new rule, published May 4 and effective Aug. 3, incorporates most of the general industry rule and includes several provisions specific to construction hazards.OSHA regulations for the construction industry used to have just a training requirement — employees working in confined spaces had to be instructed about the hazards, necessary precautions and the use of protective emergency equipment. The new rule has five key new requirements according to information published by OSHA:Detailed provisions on coordinating activities when
OSHA Confined Space Rule for Construction Begins in August
Since 1994, OSHA has been working on a confined space entry rule for the construction industry. See what will change on Aug. 3 as the rule goes into effect.
May 18, 2015
| by Doug Day |
