Man Hours 2
Special Instructions:
1. Review Procedure for "Confined Space Entry."
2. Review Procedure for "Selection, Care, and Use of Respiratory Protection."
3. Wear suitable protective clothing.
4. No open flames or smoking.
5. Use barricade around manhole.
6. Provide ventilation within manhole. Ensure that the exhaust from the gas or
diesel-powered air compressor or blower is directed well away from the
manhole.
Items to Check & Initial Completion:
1.___ Test for gas.
2.___ Remove cover.
3.___ Pump out water.
4.___ Clean out trash and debris, and dispose of properly.
5.___ Inspect structural features, interior of manhole, manhole frame and cover
for corrosion, deterioration or other defects.
Tools & Materials:
Tools and Materials:
1. Standard Tool Kit
2. Cleaning materials and equipment. Consult the Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS) for hazardous ingredients and proper personal protective equipment
(PPE).
3. Portable water pump
4. Gas tester
5. Barricade
6. Portable ventilator
7. Protective clothing
8. Respirator
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