Many folks recognize Nitrogen (N2) as a confined space hazard, and rightfully so; however, as OSHA’s data points out – N2 can kill OUTSIDE of a confined space just as quickly. Here are the 22 deaths caused by N2 exposure and the links to the OSHA case files from 2020 thru 2023.
Fifteen (15) of the 22 deaths involving N2 over this timeframe occurred OUTSIDE of a Confined Space!