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Confines Spaces

Scope of Work

Through training, publications, open exchanges, and social interaction, we share information, ideas, and resources on confined space hazards, related industrial hygiene issues, safe work practices, and injury prevention.

Goals and Objectives

  • To provide interesting and new speaker ideas to the Connect.
  • To provide educational PDCs at Connect.
  • To provide accident information to the committee members.

Current Projects

  • Technical Presentations at Connect 2022 (formerly AIHce) – Notable Confined Spaces (unusual, confined spaces, challenging entries, and creative controls).
  • Professional Development Courses for Connect 2022.
  • Confined Space Rescue demonstration for Connect 2022.

Awards

  • AIHA Outstanding Volunteer Group ( 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011)
  • Awarded Shining Star Award (2019), and Rising Star Award (2017)

Products Produced by the Group

Publications: "Prevention through Design: Eliminating Confined Spaces and Minimizing Hazards Guidance Document."

Qualifications to Join

Members must be an AIHA member in good standing. If you are interested in learning more about membership, please visit https://www.aiha.org/membership.

    Resources

    Prevention through Design - Eliminating Confined Spaces and Minimizing Hazards
    Guidance Document

    Prevention through Design - Eliminating Confined Spaces and Minimizing Hazards
    Use of OHS Performance Criteria in Contracting and Procurement
    Position Statement

    Use of OHS Performance Criteria in Contracting and Procurement
    Hazards Physical Hazards