Supplying Confined Space Services & Rescue Cover across the U.K.
Hightech Industrial Access provides confined space solutions and rescue cover. Our highly skilled experts are well-versed in the requirements, precautions, and risk assessments necessary to execute safe and successful confined space work. We pride ourselves on our experience and adaptable solutions, no matter the complexity of the task. Working with us is your best choice for confined space services and rescue cover.
What Are Confined Spaces?
A confined space is an area where regular working movements and procedures are restricted. Typically, confined spaces offer limited access and egress. There are various confined spaces, such as sewers, service tunnels, culverts, vessels, tanks, manhole entries, voids, and pipelines.
Confined spaces often lack oxygen or contain harmful gases and chemicals, additionally they may contain a significant amount of dust which can be extremely explosive and/or hazardous to health.
Permit Controlled Confined Spaces
Permit controlled confined spaces are extremely hazardous environments, which are deemed High Risk by the HSE, they may include toxic gas or fumes, or offer an internal configuration that may cause a worker to be trapped or risk asphyxiation. They require stringent planning prior to any person being able to enter the confined space.
Hightech Industrial Access can provide detailed planning when it comes to the management of confined spaces, whether it be providing full detailed RAMS, producing detailed rescue plans, or assisting the permit authority in producing the permit, you can rely on the team at Hightech Industrial Access, with delivering control of work in your workplace.
Confined Space Risk Assessment
We have a systematic process of identifying and evaluating the risks associated with working within low risk, right up to high risk confined spaces. A risk assessment is mandatory to ensure detailed safety measures are taken and the necessary permits are acquired. During a risk assessment, we determine evacuation plans and preventative measures to keep our technicians safe inside the confined space.
The Dangers of Confined Spaces
Entering a confined space without adequate training and equipment can be a fatal mistake. Confined spaces can offer limited oxygen, which can put workers at risk of asphyxiation. Confined spaces may contain toxic or flammable atmospheric hazards that require appropriate training, along with the use of Breathing Apparatus equipment, these environments are considered High Risk Confined Spaces. If the area contains liquid, or there is potential for flooding, or potentially leaving a worker engulfed and trapped inside the confined space then it must be treated as High Risk.
The Importance of Trained Experts
There are many risks associated with confined space work. It takes years of experience and comprehensive understanding to plan and manage this work safely. Extensive training is necessary for someone to enter a confined space safely. Professionals specializing in confined space work have the tools, equipment, and PPE to perform the task with limited risk. Hightech Industrial Access have extensive knowledge and experience with working within Confined Spaces and providing Rescue Cover. At our in-house facility we can provide detailed demonstrations of rescue scenarios, leaving you with peace of mind when utilising Hightech Industrial Access. All the staff are trained and qualified to, Medium, High & Confined Space Rescue City & Guilds Qualifications, adding that added confidence with our staff’s knowledge to undertake their job safely.
Confined Space Cleaning Services
Our professionals can safely and efficiently clean confined spaces such as silos, process vessels, boilers, vats, hoppers, utility vaults, tanks, water supply towers, sewers, access shafts, manholes, and more. We have the knowledge and skills to remove blockages and contaminants carefully. We can decontaminate and perform cleaning services for insurance inspections. We also offer confined cleaning services to reduce fire risks.
Confined Space
Inspection
Our experienced team can conduct confined space inspections, such as Non-destructive Testing or Visual Inspection, quickly and efficiently, saving you time, money, and the risk of exposing yourself to the hazards of confined spaces. Our inspections are in-depth assessments of your confined space. We check for potential hazards, deficiencies, and defects, and provide a detailed report with all of our findings.
The Importance of Confined Space Maintenance
Confined spaces are often overlooked, as they offer poor visibility and restricted access. However, confined spaces must be maintained regularly, as they could harbor toxic or hazardous elements that result in significant issues if left unattended. Our reliable team of confined space technicians saves you time, money, and stress, as we can handle your confined space with the proper safety measures and equipment.
Industrial Coatings
Industrial Cleaning
Fabrication Repairs
Mechanical Services
NDT Inspection
Water Treatment
Our Specialized Confined Space Equipment
Our specialists have the proper training and knowledge to enter a confined space prepared. We use various access equipment, such as rope access equipment, retrieval equipment, and Category 3 PPE i.e BA Equipment, and Gas Testing Equipment. The environmental monitoring equipment and lighting we wear/use is intrinsically safe rated to prevent any potential for explosion. We ensure adequate breathing apparatus and ventilation systems are in place, along with having first aid kits and rescue stretchers in case of an emergency arising.
Confined Space Rescue Cover Teams
When working in a confined space, regulations require that arrangements are in place in the event of an emergency. Our expert operatives provide confined space rescue services for a wide range of industries. Our rescue cover teams are highly trained in utilizing the appropriate rescue equipment, ensuring confined space tasks are completed in a safe, effective way. Our staff are also IRATA Rope Access Trained adding that additional knowledge when it comes to retrieving casualties.
Contact Hightech Industrial Access
It’s essential not to take confined space risks lightly. Our experienced team understands the potential risks and the necessary steps to take to protect our workers and the integrity of your confined space. If you need a reliable ISO 9001, 14001, & 45001 accredited company to handle your confined space, contact us today to discuss the solutions we can provide for you.