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Run: Confined Space Pre-Entry Permit

Use this confined space pre-entry permit to verify atmosphere, isolation, ventilation, communication, and rescue readiness before anyone enters a permit-requ...

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Permit & Entry Authorization

Confirm the permit is active for this entry, fully completed, and available at the worksite for review by the entry team.
Verify the confined space name/ID, location, and scope match the work area being entered.
Confirm the entry supervisor has reviewed conditions and authorized the entry in accordance with the permit.
Confirm the team understands hazards, acceptable entry conditions, communication methods, and stop-work criteria.
Verify the permit specifies the time limits, monitoring frequency, and conditions requiring evacuation or re-evaluation.

Atmospheric Testing

Verify testing was completed before entry and the instrument is within calibration/functional check requirements.
Record measured oxygen concentration and confirm it is within the acceptable entry range established by the permit.
Record the measured percentage of the lower explosive limit (LEL) and confirm it is below the permit threshold.
Record readings for known or suspected toxic hazards and confirm they are below the permit or exposure limit criteria.
Verify the permit specifies whether continuous monitoring is required and identifies the monitoring frequency or trigger points.

Isolation & Energy Control

Confirm electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, and gravity hazards have been controlled before entry.
Verify process lines, vents, and transfer lines are isolated to prevent introduction of hazardous materials.
Confirm pressure, tension, rotation, spring energy, or other stored energy has been dissipated or secured.
Verify internal equipment cannot start, rotate, or shift during entry.
Confirm the permit or supporting documentation identifies each isolation point and verification method used.

Ventilation & Entry Conditions

Verify ventilation equipment is in place, functioning, and directed to maintain acceptable atmospheric conditions.
Confirm the air supply is not drawing contaminants from exhausts, process vents, vehicle traffic, or other hazardous sources.
Verify the ventilation setup effectively reaches the area where entrants will work, not just the opening.
Record post-ventilation readings and confirm the space remains within permit limits before entry.
Confirm power source, ducting, and equipment placement will not be easily disconnected or damaged during the job.

Communication & Rescue Readiness

Confirm the team has a working method to maintain continuous or periodic communication as required by the permit.
Verify the attendant is dedicated to the entry, understands duties, and is not assigned conflicting tasks.
Confirm rescue personnel or service has been identified, contacted, and can respond within the required timeframe.
Verify retrieval systems, harnesses, lifelines, breathing apparatus, or other required rescue equipment are staged and functional.
Confirm the team knows when to evacuate, who initiates rescue, and how to summon emergency response.

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