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Confined Space Entry & Work

Municipal Confined Space Entry & Work

Septic & Sewer Services for Hard-to-Reach Areas

For confined spaces in your area or industrial site, it's crucial to hire certified experts who work safely and efficiently. Wind River Environmental understands the dangers of confined space projects and is dedicated to offering expert repair, installation, and maintenance services.

According to OSHA regulations, confined spaces are defined as areas that are large enough for workers to enter and perform their tasks but have limited means of entry or exit. These spaces can include underground storage tanks, sewers, silos, and manholes.

Keep Your Team & Community Safe with Certified Confined Work

Not only is confined space work necessary for maintaining the proper functioning of your municipal or industrial site, but it's also crucial for the safety of your workers and community. Failure to proactively handle confined space issues can result in:

  • Serious injuries, hazardous exposures, and even fatalities
  • Fines and legality issues for not complying with OSHA regulations
  • Disruption of operations and reduced workflow efficiency
  • Increased costs from medical expenses, insurance claims, and lost productivity

Don't wait for an emergency to tackle confined space work at your municipality or industrial site. Plan ahead with Wind River Environmental and ensure the safety of your team and community.

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Type of Municipal Confined Space Work

We've been handling confined space work for municipal and industrial clients for years. Our team has the necessary training, expertise, and equipment to handle various types of confined space. Some of the most common include:

  • Utility vault and tunnel work
  • Pump station and lift station maintenance
  • Water tank and reservoir cleaning
  • Sewer and stormwater system maintenance
  • Grease interceptors cleaning and repairs

From vacuuming and hydro-blasting to confined space entry and rescue services, we've got you covered. Our team is committed to following all safety protocols and regulations to ensure the health and well-being of everyone involved in the project.

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    - Sewer Authority, Eastern Pennsylvania
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Identifying Confined Spaces in Your Workplace

It’s important to know which spaces around your facility require specialized confined spaces plumbing services. OSHA defines permit-required confined spaces as those that possess one or more of the following characteristics:

  • The space is large enough for an employee to enter and perform work but has limited or restricted means for entry and exit and is not designed for continuous occupancy
  • The confined space has a hazardous or potentially hazardous atmosphere, including too little or too much oxygen or the presence of toxic or explosive gasses or vapors (such as hydrogen sulfide or methane)
  • The space contains a material that can, or potentially will, engulf an employee, such as water, sludge, or physical materials that can trap or suffocate workers
  • The space has an internal configuration, such as floors that slope downwards or other features, that can, or potentially will, trap or asphyxiate employees and hinder escape or rescue efforts
  • The confined space has any other recognized serious safety or health hazards, including machinery with moving parts, sources of electrical shocks, steam (burn hazard), or liquids (drowning and fire hazards)

By understanding these characteristics and correctly identifying confined spaces in your workplace, you can take the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of your employees and comply with OSHA regulations.

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