ENTRY INTO ENCLOSED SPACES — PART 3 — EQUIPMENT

This is the part three of the training series on the entry into enclosed spaces, commenced with the parts devoted to the Awareness and Preparation and Procedures. Same as with the previous parts, this one is supplemented with the training video. The booklet tells the trainees about the equipment. The content of the booklet opens with the information about the equipment overview followed by the personal protective equipment and its proper use.

The next section is dealing with the atmosphere testing equipment and EEBD, standing for the emergency escape breathing devices commonly used on board ships and offshore installations. The rest of the book addresses the lighting and communication equipment, equipment used for rescuing people, and inspection and periodic maintenance techniques.

There are several assessment questions included in the book to track your progress and all of them are provided with correct answers. We know that entering confined spaces may be hazardous and this is the reason why it shall always be approached very rigorously, i.e. with proper preparation following correct established procedures, and using all required equipment including PPE mentioned above.