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CSCS Health & Safety Test· CSCS / CITB

The main dangers of working in a confined space (such as a tank or deep manhole) include:

Choices

  • AOnly the risk of getting dirty
  • BLack of oxygen and the build-up of toxic or flammable gasesCorrect
  • CToo much natural light
  • DExcessive ventilation

Answer

Lack of oxygen and the build-up of toxic or flammable gases

Confined spaces can have too little oxygen or a build-up of toxic or flammable gas. Entry requires a permit, atmosphere testing, controls, and a rescue plan under the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997.

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