Safety & CodesQuestion 96 of 110
Cal/OSHA defines a confined space as one that has what characteristics?
a.Any outdoor area
b.Any room with a door
c.Large enough to enter, limited means of entry or exit, and not designed for continuous occupancy
d.Only spaces below ground
Explanation
A confined space is large enough to bodily enter and perform work, has limited or restricted entry and exit, and is not designed for continuous occupancy, such as certain tanks, vaults, or attics. Permit-required confined spaces have added atmospheric or engulfment hazards. Cal/OSHA sets entry procedures and monitoring requirements.
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