Low, Medium and High Risk Manned Access Services
When a confined spaces drone survey will not suffice and you require people to access a confined space to conduct repairs or cleaning, our Manned Entry team can provide the perfect solution. A confined space can be anything from underground sewer systems to basements, lofts, chimneys, ventilation ducts, silos and service tunnels. These difficult access environments are often deemed medium and high risk because of biohazards, low oxygen levels, high levels of dust and other hazards. This is why confined spaces services is a specialist industry and should only ever be conducted by a qualified and certified confined space expert.
At Balmore, we understand the critical importance of safe and efficient manned entry into confined spaces. Our specialised Manned Entry Confined Spaces Services are designed to meet the unique challenges posed by confined environments, ensuring the safety of personnel while maximizing operational efficiency.
Low Risk Confined Spaces Services by Balmore comprises confined spaces that fall into the following categories:
- Adequate natural ventilation
- Adequate mechanical ventilation
- Simple Access
- Simple Exit
- Unobstructed Access
- No Risk of Flooding (eg. valve chambers, stairwells)
Medium Risk Confined Spaces
Medium risk confined spaces cleaning access can range from tanks and chambers to pits, pipes, sewers, flues, wells and similar locations which are, due to their nature enclosed and therefore pose a reasonable risk to human life.
Our team of cleaning technicians are fully certified to work in all confined spaces and are rope access specialists to ensure that we can complete any and all cleaning jobs in the medium risk category.
What can our Medium Risk Cleaning Team work on
The range of end requirements for Confined Spaces Access and Cleaning can include:
- Blockage, silt and debris removal
- Maintenance and installations in confined spaces or at height
- Vegetation removal
- Surveys (confined space and high access locations)
- All types of minor repairs
- Painting
- Brick work and pointing
High Risk Confined Spaces
High Risk Confined Spaces cleaning requires a dedicated and professionally trained team of cleaning technicians armed with the latest in both survival and cleaning tools.
High Risk confined spaces are classified as anything involving the following:
- Require respiratory protection (breathing apparatus)
- Fire/Explosion Risk
- Loss of consciousness risk through increased body temperature
- Loss of consciousness risk through asphyxiation from gas, fumes, vapour or lack of oxygen
- Risk of drowning
- Complex entry procedures
- One way in/out access
Our Manned Entry Services
Confined Space Assessments
Our experts conduct thorough assessments of confined spaces to identify potential hazards and develop comprehensive entry plans. This includes air quality testing, hazard identification, and the establishment of safe entry procedures.
Manned Entry and Rescue
Our skilled personnel perform manned entries into confined spaces with precision and care. In the event of an emergency, our team is trained to execute efficient rescue operations, minimising downtime and ensuring the safety of all involved.
Gas Monitoring and Ventilation
Utilising advanced gas monitoring equipment, we continuously monitor the air quality within confined spaces. Our ventilation systems are strategically deployed to maintain safe atmospheric conditions throughout the operation.
Training and Consultation
Empower your workforce with our comprehensive training programs on confined space entry and safety protocols. Our consultants are available to provide expert advice on developing and implementing effective confined space management plans.
Why Choose Balmore
Safety First
We prioritise the safety of our personnel and yours, employing stringent safety measures and best practices to mitigate risks associated with confined space entry.
Experience and Expertise
With a proven track record in the industry, our team brings a wealth of experience and expertise to every project, ensuring efficient and reliable service delivery.
Customised Solutions
We understand that each confined space is unique. Our services are tailored to the specific requirements of your facility, ensuring a personalised approach to safety and compliance.
Choose Balmore for Manned Entry Confined Spaces Services and experience the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and efficiency. Contact us today to discuss your confined space needs and let us provide the solutions you can trust.
Quotes & Enquiries
At Balmore, we offer the expertise of four decades in difficult access works including roofing, rope access, industrial cleaning and drone inspection services. Our one stop shop approach to inspection, repair and cleaning has grown through our desire to constantly exceed our clients expectations and offer a service that is far superior to our competitors.
Please fill in the form outlining your requirements and our contract team will be able to provide you with a bespoke quotation for your inspection, repair or cleaning needs.
