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5 Additional controls

5.1 Securing a confined space

The principal and/or their delegate must ensure that a confined space is secured by ensuring the space is locked, or by installing a Gas and Air Tight Inspection Cover (GATIC) to prevent access by unauthorised personnel.

5.2 Signage

The principal and/or their delegate must ensure that a confined space has signage at all entry points to the space. The signage must:

  • state that area is a confined space
  • state that a Confined Space Entry PermitExternal Link is required for entry, and
  • warn that personnel not listed on the permit are unauthorised to enter the confined space
Chapter 5 of the Confined Spaces Procedure on securing a confined space and displaying appropriate signage in schools

Reviewed 25 June 2020

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