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Enclosed space

Enclosed space

Created OnFebruary 7, 2018
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A space which has the following characteristics:

• Limited Openings for entry and exit;

• Unfavourable natural ventilation; and

• Is not designed for continuous worker occupancy.

This includes, but is not limited to, cargo spaces, double bottoms, fuel tanks, ballast tanks, pump rooms, compressor rooms, cofferdams, void spaces, duct keels, inter-barrier spaces, engine crankcases and sewerage tanks.

Related:

  • Enclosed space
  • Dreadage or Dreading Clause
  • Grab discharge
  • Void space
  • Chemical tanker
  • Hog (Hogging)

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