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The Dangers of Enclosed Spaces

The Dangers of Enclosed Spaces

What defines an enclosed space aboard ship, focusing on limited entry and exit openings and inadequate ventilation as the key hazard characteristics.

An enclosed space is a space which is not designed for continuous worker occupancy and has either or both of the following characteristics:

a) limited openings for entry and exit, and

b) inadequate ventilation.

Source: Marine Safety Forum