Pump Room Entry Checklists

Example:

• Has the area been thoroughly ventilated and arrangements been made for the space to be continuously ventilated throughout the period of occupation and during work breaks?                         

• Is there adequate illumination provided ?                                    

• — Has a RA/JHA carried out and any risk mitigating measures derived from it implemented?                            
• Has the fixed / Portable gas detection system been in use?  

• Has prior to entry atmosphere tests?                                                         

          Example Readings:       Oxygen                              20.9 %vol (21%)                                        

                                          Hydrocarbon                       0 % LFL (Less than 1%)     
             

                                          Toxic Gases                        0 ppm (specify gas & PEL)

• Is rescue and resuscitation equipment available for immediate use by the entrance to the space?          

• Has the Officer of the Watch (bridge, engine room, cargo control room) been advised of the planned entry?                                                                        

• —Has a system of communication between the person at the entrance and those entering the space been agreed and tested?                                                                 

• Are emergency and evacuation procedures established and understood?                                                          

• Is there a system for recording who is in the space?