Who is a competent person? An OSHA "competent person" is defined as "one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them." This course provides the training component of the confined space competent person designation. Remember - your nose cannot smell low oxygen and your eyes cannot see stratification. Air in confined spaces can contain odorless, colorless gases that provide no warning to their presence. Participants will identify confined spaces in construction and in general industry, review confined space safety basics, and training requirements. We'll also discuss how sewers, wells, tanks, and underground vaults kill employees, and safety precautions each crew must take before entering a manway.