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Confined Spaces

Construction

Alliances

  • Construction. OSHA's Alliance Program. This is one of OSHA's Strategic Management Plan Focus Areas.

eTools

  • Construction. OSHA. A Spanish version is also available. Helps workers identify and control the hazards that cause serious construction-related injuries.

Standards

Confined space hazards are addressed in specific standards for the construction industry. This section highlights OSHA standards and the Regulatory Agenda (a list of actions being taken with regard to OSHA standards) related to confined spaces.

Construction Industry (29 CFR 1926)

  • For additional information on specific state plans or other general standards, see the Confined Spaces page.

Regulatory Agenda

Hazards and Solutions

  • For information on the hazards and solutions of confined spaces, see the Confined Spaces page.

Additional Information

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Training

Other Resources


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