Providing one off and scheduled cleaning contracts for confined space locations across Scotland and North England.
We have all heard the cleaning tag line ‘we don’t cut corners – we clean them’ but what do you do if the space in question is either difficult to access or is a confined space? By its very nature, this is a lot more difficult to access and is often a medium or high risk cleaning location.
What is a confined space?
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 cleaning is a specialist cleaning services and this is why you should only ever use a qualified and certified confined space cleaning expert.
At Balmore, we specialise in providing top-tier Confined Spaces Cleaning Services tailored to meet the unique challenges of working in enclosed environments. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and compliance of confined spaces in a variety of industries.
We are a reputable and trusted difficult access cleaning specialist that goes well beyond the bucket and mop of standard cleaners.
We are a trained and certified cleaning contractor equipped with the latest in safety and cleaning tools. In short, we can access everywhere and anywhere and we can clean everything and anything.
Our cleaning services can handle a wide range of issues ranging from biohazards to dangerous access points (dangerous access points include ‘one way in – one way out’ scenarios).
To carry out these types of complicated and dangerous access cleaning services requires a dedicated team or fully trained cleaning contractors. We are fully equipped to handle confined space cleaning work and are armed with the latest in cleaning tech and solutions to provide a practical, safe cleaning solution to you.
Low Risk Confined Spaces Cleaning
Low Risk Confined Spaces Cleaning 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)
Confined Spaces Cleaning is a specialised service that we at Balmore Contracting proudly offer as part of our difficult access specialty cleaning services. Our team of highly skilled entry/access cleaning technicians are fully trained and qualified in the necessary confined spaces certification as well as rope access skills in order to successfully complete low risk confined spaces cleaning.
The range of end requirements for Confined Spaces Access and Cleaning can include the following examples:
- Blockage, silt and debris removal
- Maintenance and installations in confined spaces or at height
- Vegetation removal
- Surveys; confined space and high access
- All types of minor repairs
- Painting
- Brick work and pointing
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.
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 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
Working in a high risk confined space area can be extremely dangerous which is why our team are fully trained and certified to work in this category 1 environment. We are difficult access specialists and have been for over three decades and can work on any and all service and maintenance cleaning environments that require the following:
- Blockage, silt and debris removal
- Maintenance and installations in confined spaces or at height
- Vegetation removal
- Surveys; confined space and high access
- All types of minor repairs
- Painting
- Brick work and pointing
Our Cleaning Solutions
Thorough Cleaning and Decontamination
Our skilled technicians are equipped to handle the meticulous cleaning and decontamination of confined spaces. Whether it’s tanks, vessels, silos, or other enclosed areas, we employ advanced techniques and industry-approved cleaning agents to ensure a thorough and effective cleaning process.
Hazardous Material Removal
Dealing with biohazards and other hazardous materials in confined spaces requires precision and expertise. We specialise in the safe removal and disposal of hazardous substances, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and safeguarding the well-being of your personnel.
Confined Space Equipment Cleaning
From pipelines to machinery within confined spaces, we excel in the cleaning and maintenance of equipment. Our team utilises specialised tools and cleaning equipment like DOFF Steam Cleaning and TORC Blasting to remove contaminants, ensuring optimal functionality and prolonging the lifespan of your assets.
Examples of our confined spaces cleaning services
Tank and Vessel Cleaning
We specialise in the cleaning and decontamination of tanks and vessels, ensuring they are free from residues and contaminants. This includes oil tanks, chemical tanks, food storage tanks and other storage vessels.
Silo Cleaning
Our team is adept at cleaning and maintaining silos, removing built-up materials and ensuring optimal conditions for storage and processing.
Industrial Equipment Cleaning
We provide comprehensive cleaning services for various industrial equipment housed within confined spaces, promoting efficiency and reducing the risk of equipment failure.
Why Choose Balmore
Safety-Centric Approach
We prioritise safety in every aspect of our operations, implementing strict safety protocols to protect our team and your assets.
Cutting-Edge Technology
Utilising state-of-the-art cleaning equipment and techniques, we deliver efficient and effective cleaning solutions tailored to the unique demands of confined spaces.
Customised Solutions
Recognizing that each confined space presents unique challenges, we work closely with clients to develop customised cleaning plans that address specific requirements and concerns.
Choose Balmore for Confined Spaces Cleaning Services that prioritise safety, compliance, and exceptional results. Contact us today to discuss your cleaning needs and let us deliver the cleaning solutions your facility deserves.
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.
