An enclosed space is defined as any enclosed or confined space in which it is foreseeable that
the atmosphere may at some stage contain toxic or flammable gases or vapors or be deficient
in oxygen to the extent that it may endanger the life or health of any person entering that
space. The atmosphere of any enclosed or confined space is potentially dangerous.
adjusted prior each planned entry in due time.
therein.
every two months in “real situations” - Video Training is additional information.
Where a compartment has been ventilated or gas freed as required, effective ventilation shall
be continued to maintain the safe condition for the period that persons are to be inside the
compartment.
No person shall enter an enclosed compartment unless Personal Protective Equipment (Personal Electronic Gas Detector) is available and used and there is another person in attendance
at the compartment entrance with all necessary equipment stand by.
As per IMO resolution A.1050(27) the following compartments are defined as enclosed spaces.
Not on all ships this does apply e.g. there is no space to enter.
Every ship needs to maintain a ship specific list of enclosed spaces F-35, as per IMO A.1050
Everybody who is involved in the operation shall have portable VHF available. A working channel shall be defined within the safety meeting All crewmembers involved in these operations must be briefed by the responsible Officer or Engineer about hazards and safety precautions to be taken prior commencement of the operation. By entry in the Logbook this is seen as carried out.