Specific Training - est55030144

DOE-EM-STD-5503-94

Explanation of permits and other procedural requirements for conducting a confined space

entry;

A clear understanding of what conditions would prohibit entry;

How to respond to emergencies;

Duties and responsibilities as a member of the confined space entry team; and

Description of how to recognize symptoms of overexposure to probable air contaminants

in themselves and co-workers, and method(s) for alerting attendants.

Refresher training should be conducted as needed to maintain employee competence in entry

procedures and precautions.

13.13.2. Specific Training

13.13.2.1. Training for Atmospheric Monitoring Personnel

Training should include proper use of monitoring instruments such as:

Proper use of the equipment;

Knowledge of calibration;

Knowledge of sampling strategies and techniques; and

Knowledge of PELs, TLVs, LELs, UELs, etc.

13.13.2.2. Training For Attendants

Training should include the following:

Procedures for summoning rescue or other emergency services, and

Proper utilization of equipment used for communicating with entry and emergency/rescue

personnel.

13.13.2.3. Training for Emergency Response Personnel

Training should include:

Rescue plan and procedures developed for each type of confined space that are

anticipated to be encountered,

Use of emergency rescue equipment,

First aid and CPR techniques, and

Work location and confined space configuration to minimize response time.

13-12