Confined Space Safe Practice (IACS Rec 72)

Compiled by IACS, Confined Space Safe Practice contains detailed recommendations on all aspects of entering enclosed spaces safely. Covering topics such as safety entry procedures, atmosphere testing, PPE and general hazards, this guide to industry best practice also includes comprehensive additional guidelines and a handy checklist that can be used on board.

This Guideline is intended to assist Societies in developing confined space entry procedures or technical instructions for the surveyors, according to a common reference standard of good practice.

The Guideline is structured in two parts. In the first part, general information concerning definitions and requirements to safely enter and work in confined spaces are summarised.

The second part helps the worker to recognise the hazards associated with confined spaces and gives detailed guidelines for a safe survey preparation and entry.

A checklist for entry into confined spaces is also included.