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Run: Manhole and Vault Entry Atmospheric Test Log

Use this log to document pre-entry and ongoing atmospheric testing for manholes and utility vaults treated as permit-required confined spaces. It helps you v...

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Inspection Details

Record the manhole or vault identifier, address, asset number, or other unique location reference.
Document when the atmospheric test log was completed.
Name of the qualified person performing the atmospheric test and entry verification.
Record the associated work order, permit, or job control number.

Pre-Entry Conditions

Confirm the manhole or vault has been evaluated and controlled as a permit-required confined space where applicable.
Verify entry authorization, permit approval, and required pre-entry checks were completed before anyone entered.
Confirm barriers, covers, cones, or other controls are in place to prevent unauthorized entry or exposure.
Confirm applicable lockout-tagout, blanking, disconnect, or other isolation measures are in place before entry.

Atmospheric Testing

Verify the atmosphere was tested before any entry into the manhole or vault.
Record the measured oxygen concentration at the opening and at representative levels in the space.
Record the combustible gas concentration as a percentage of the lower explosive limit (LEL).
Select any toxic gases tested for and document the measured values in comments if applicable.
Confirm all required readings were within acceptable limits before entry was authorized.

Ventilation and Entry Controls

Confirm ventilation equipment is operating when required and air movement is directed to the space as intended.
Verify ventilation remained in operation throughout entry when required by the permit or site procedure.
Confirm the monitoring frequency or continuous monitor requirement was established and followed during entry.
Confirm an attendant, communication method, and entry control measures were in place before and during entry.

Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, and Sign-Off

Record any unsafe conditions, failed tests, ventilation issues, or entry control deficiencies observed.
Confirm corrective actions were completed and the space was re-tested before entry continued after any deficiency.
Signature of the qualified person completing the log.

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