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Confined Space Rules for Construction that are in the Final OSHA Rule
Learning Objectives:
- Get the latest from the 621-page OSHA Final Rule regarding construction confined spaces
- Learn the new and changed definitions
- Understand the responsibilities as the controlling employer under OSHA
- Learn when a worker permit confined space is required
- When testing and monitoring is required
- What training is now required
- How to train for emergency procedures
- Duties of authorized entrants
- Duties of attendants
- Duties of supervisors
- Rescue and emergency services
- Proper PPEs
Areas Covered in the Webinar:
- Regulations, rules, standards that impact construction sites with regard to confined space
- How lack of training records can cost employers $7,000 per employee
- Create a confined space safety plan that protects your organization
- Avoiding potential accidents and injuries
- Definitions: Old, Changed & New
- Specific training modules
- Emergency preparedness
- What must be monitored and by whom?
- Training expectations on PPEs
- Role of supervisor
- Common mistakes that will get your organization in trouble
Overview of the webinar
This training program will offer the latest from the 621-page OSHA Final Rule regarding construction confined spaces. Attendees will understand the new and changed definitions, responsibilities as the controlling employer under OSHA, and when a worker permit confined space is required.
Who should attend?
- Construction companies
- Excavation
- Trenching
- Underground utilities
- Demolition
- Job superintendents
- Subcontractors
- Project managers
- Human resources
- Safety
- Confined space workers
- Confined space attendants
- Confined space supervisors
- Auditors
- First responders
Why should you attend?
The definition of a confined space in construction has changed under OSHA. Without this knowledge, you may be subject to OSHA violations, fines, higher EMR and Worker Comp costs. In addition, if you are found negligent you may be subjected to lawsuits and other legal proceedings.
In this interactive session, attendees will gain up-to-date knowledge, the latest information and what are considered best practices with regard to confined spaces at you construction site. The course will also help arm yourself with cutting edge tools, the latest legal developments and practical advice on the challenges of recruiting, background screening and hiring the best people for your organization.
Faculty - Mr.Joe Keenan
With over 30 years of executive leadership in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Human Resources (HR), I have led comprehensive safety programs across multi-state operations, driving measurable improvements in compliance, risk reduction, and employee engagement.
My expertise includes leading multiple sites to achieve OSHA VPP recognition and implementing ISO 14001 environmental management systems to support sustainable operations. As a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) with an MBA in HR Management and a Six Sigma Green Belt, I leverage data-driven strategies to build safer, more engaged workforces.
I’ve served in leadership roles with the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) as Area Director for Mississippi and Alabama and currently serve as an Officer for the Mississippi Chapter. Additionally, I was honored to serve as Director at Large on OSHA’s VPPPA Region IV Board.
My passion lies in empowering organizations to align EHS best practices with strategic HR initiatives — creating safer, stronger workplaces that foster long-term success.