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This student manual is made, in accordance with NSCC’s Fair Dealing Policy, for sale to and use by students enrolled in the course of study for which it was made. This manual may also include copyright-protected material pursuant to permissions granted by the copyright holder. Any reproduction or other use of this material is strictly forbidden.

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The information contained in this student booklet is a guide only. It is not necessarily an up to date guide to all statutes and regulations, and does not reduce anyone’s responsibility under applicable legislation. Depending on the jurisdiction, the Canada Labour Code Pt. II/NS Occupational Health & Safety Act and relevant regulations must be referred to by all workplace parties and shall prevail when determining legal duties and responsibilities. Manufacturers’ specifications and recommendations must also be observed.

Elements of CSA Z1006-10 – Management of work in confined spaces have been reflected in this student booklet. Users are advised to refer to CSA Z1006-10 in its entirety and to apply the recommendations within that standard that are appropriate to their jurisdiction and circumstances.

While preparing this student material, every reasonable effort has been made to ensure accuracy and applicability. No warranty, guarantee or representation, however, is made as to the absolute correctness, nor is any liability assumed for the information contained herein or its application in specific workplaces. Nor can it be assumed that all acceptable safety measures are contained in this student material or that other additional measures may not be required, based on the circumstances.