1995年10月27日 · OSHA continues to view elevator pits generally as confined spaces; There has to be a potential or actual hazard present in the elevator pit in order for it to be classified as a permit-required confined space. Most elevator pits contain at …

2015年11月24日 · A confined space is now defined as: large enough to get your body in, limited or restricted means for entry and exit, and not designed for continuous employee occupancy. Specifically, “pits” are identified as a potential confined space, with elevator pits used as a specific example in OSHA’s explanation of the new rule.

2013年3月6日 · The shaft-way is both a permit required space as well as not a confined space. If we sign the shaft-way as a permit required confined space, we do not account for the area above the car. The area above the car has a different set of characteristics than below the car.

1994年12月20日 · The statement in your first reason, that as a general rule an elevator pit is accessed through a doorway by the elevator mechanic (who usually descends a ladder (normally three feet to seven feet) into the pit) supports OSHA's position that elevator pits should be considered confined spaces.

Identification of confined spaces Whether a lift pit, machine room or shaft should be treated as a confined space will depend on the results of the Risk Assessment conducted at that particular location. The diagram in Appendix 1 may assist. Under normal circumstances lift pits, machine rooms and shafts will not present any risk in

For elevator shaft work or rescue operations, confined space safety also includes fall, machine, and chemical hazards. Product Code: Sign In/Up

2017年6月6日 · Post our Elevator Pit Signs or Elevator Shaft Signs to indicate all doors leading to an elevator pit or shaft. • Choose from different sizes in to mark doors or different areas near the door. • Made using premium materials including heavy-duty aluminum, durable plastic etc, signs require minimum maintenance and stay brand new for years.

1994年9月19日 · Whether an elevator pit is considered a permit-required confined space (permit space), i.e., a confined space which contains or has a potential to contain a hazard, will have to be decided on a case-by-case basis.

OSHA’s standard for confined spaces (29 CFR 1910.146) contains the requirements for practices and procedures to protect employ-ees in general industry from the hazards of entering permit spaces.

Along with the minimum elevator safety regulations, situational awareness and respect for the posted signs are of the utmost importance. Check the elevator safety tips and resources below for details. Elevator and construction workers are at highest risk for elevator-related injuries.