AS/NZS 2865:2001

Safe working in a confined space

This document has been re-assessed by the committee, and judged to still be up to date.

Provides requirements and guidance in eliminating or minimizing the need to enter confined spaces and in avoiding hazards which may be encountered where entry to a confined space is unavoidable. Contains Sections dealing with risk identification and assessment, monitoring prior to entry, education and training as well as emergency response. Appendices provide additional guidance for cleaning and the precautions needed when undertaking hot work. A sample risk assessment form and written authority to enter are provided, as is a typical check list.

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Publishing information

Status: CURRENT

Published: 11/10/2001

Pages: 45

Committee: SF/37

References

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Standards NZ References:

Overseas Standards References:

AS 2430.1
AS 1940
AS 1228
AS 1657
AS 1892.2
AS 3765.1
AS 3765.2
AS 1319
AS 1674.1
AS 3190
ISO 15534.3
ISO 15534.2
AS 2380.7
ISO 15534.1
AS 1680.1
AS 1210

Other References:

INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANIZATION. Resolutions A272(VIII) and A330(IX) and Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes.
NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAGETY COMMISSION Core Training Elements for the National Standard for Safe Working in a Confined Space. (1996) Australian Government Publishing Service Canberra.
NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION. Adopted National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:1003(1995)]. Australian Government Publishing Service Canberra 1995.
WELDING TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA. Health and Safety in Welding. Technical Note 7.
NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMISSION. Guidance Note on the Interpretaion of Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminats in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:3008(1995)]. Australian Government Publishing Service Canberra 1995.

Citations

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A Guide For Safe Working Practices In The New Zealand Theatre & Entertainment Industry

Ministry: Entertainment Technology NZ
Section: WORKING IN A CONFINED SPACE

Citation Context:
Relevant Legislation and Documents: ASNZS 2865 –2001...

Guide To Health And Safety In The Timber Processing Industry

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 1.4 Good practice for safe access

Citation Context:
How to minimise the risks: First, identify all the confi ned spaces in your workplace. Then put in place controls to limit who can enter these spaces to only those staff holding a confi ned space entry permit. The standard AS/NZS 2865:2001 Safe working i

Best Practice Guideline For Scaffolding In New Zealand

Ministry: Scaffolding and Rigging New Zealand
Section: 9.1.1

Citation Context:
Table 15 contains a general list of applicable relevant standards a number of which have been consulted in the preparation of the BPG. Additional information on particular standards and specific referencing are contained at various points throughout this

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