Confined Space Hazard

 Hot work conducted in confined spaces such as tanks, silos, pipelines, or storage vessels is extremely dangerous. These spaces often have limited ventilation, which allows heat, fumes and gases to accumulate quickly.

Oxygen levels may drop, or toxic gases may build up, leading to suffocation or poisoning. Additionally, confined spaces increase the chances of explosions due to trapped flammable vapors. Rescue operations are also more difficult in such environments.

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