Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 011 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.146(k)(1)(ii): The employer did not evaluate a prospective rescue service's ability, in terms of proficiency with rescue related tasks and equipment, to function appropriately while rescuing entrants from the particular permit space or types of permit spaces identified: On or about March 7, 2022, a mechanic entered a semi tanker trailer while being exposed to sodium hypochlorite solution in order to complete the annual DOT certification which included an internal inspection. The space was classified as a permit required confined space. The employer designated the local authorities to provide emergency rescue services for confined spaces. The employer did not evaluate the prospective rescue service's ability, in terms of proficiency with rescue related tasks and equipment, to provide the emergency services. Abatement documentation is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(d).