We debated this topic a couple of years back and although I am not sure we came to an agreement, I was, still am, set on the idea that 1910.146(c)(5) and (c)(7) can NOT be used simultaneously on the same PRCS. In other words, the PRCS either qualifies for (c)(5) entry or (c)(7) entry; or of course, we can do a permitted entry using sections (d)-(k). But a while back we were working a turnaround and I got to work with a real gem of a safety professional and he correctly pointed out that the new Confined Space standard for Construction has wording that states the two entry methods can be used on the same PRCS at the same time and now I have been perplexed for the past three weeks!!! Damn you, Darren! So what does OSHA say in their Construction Confined Space standard?
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