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Confined Space Entry Risk Assessment
This fully completed confined space entry risk assessment example has been prepared by a qualified health and safety professional. It covers a typical range of hazards, risks and associated control measures for entry into and work within confined spaces and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation.
What Does This Confined Space Risk Assessment Cover?
This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with confined space entry including;
- Oxygen deficiency and toxic atmosphere — depletion of oxygen or accumulation of toxic gases (methane, hydrogen sulphide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide) causing incapacitation and death
- Engulfment and drowning — sudden inrush of liquid, gases or free-flowing solids engulfing the entrant causing asphyxiation
- Fire and explosion within confined space — ignition of flammable atmospheres by hot work or electrical equipment causing blast and burn injuries
Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating of Substantial, and a comprehensive listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;
- Confined space risk assessment and permit-to-work completed before any entry
- Continuous atmospheric monitoring with calibrated multi-gas detector before and during entry
- Forced ventilation to maintain safe oxygen levels and disperse contaminants
- Trained standby person in constant attendance; emergency rescue plan with non-entry retrieval system
- Safety harness and lifeline worn by all entrants; all pipework and inlet connections isolated before entry
- Intrinsically safe electrical equipment only; hot work permit required for all hot work in confined spaces
- Minimum two-person team; no lone working in confined spaces
A residual risk rating is then assigned to each hazard, demonstrating how effective risk management reduces overall risk to a tolerable level.
A Professional, Easy-to-Use Risk Assessment Template
This document uses colour-coded header styles matched to risk ratings, making it quick to read and easy to communicate during toolbox talks and worker training. A built-in risk rating matrix supports consistent evaluation of likelihood and consequence, and hazard pictograms using internationally recognised ISO warning symbols are included alongside relevant hazard entries — improving clarity and helping to highlight risks and mandatory controls.
The result is a completed risk assessment that looks professional, reads clearly, and demonstrates a structured and effective approach to risk management.
Who Is This Risk Assessment Template Suitable For?
This confined space entry risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, site managers, facilities managers and any employer with a duty to assess risks under the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997. It can be implemented as a standalone document or as part of a broader occupational health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001.
Note: This example risk assessment is supplied for use as guidance only and should be reviewed and completed by a competent person.