United Rentals Introduces Enhanced Confined Space Safety Training Program
Today kicks off United Rentals‘ Confined Space Safety Week. One way the company is raising awareness is through the introduction of its enhanced Confined Space Safety Training for Competent Persons Program. United Rentals said this updated course helps contractor and utility personnel identify confined space hazards and create safer, compliant work environments. It offers new content and learning formats that are designed to better meet evolving jobsite needs.
“Creating a safe environment is our top priority,” said Todd Hayes, region vice president — Trench Safety, United Rentals. “Through partnerships with our customers, we provide the equipment, training and expertise needed to help them identify risks and implement effective safety measures, especially in high-risk areas like confined spaces. Our newly enhanced Confined Space Entry Training Program equips workers with the latest knowledge and best practices to recognize and respond to hazards with confidence. It’s all part of our commitment to fostering a safety-first culture that protects workers, boosts productivity and helps to ensure every team member goes home safely.”
United Rentals’ Confined Space Safety Training and Solutions
United Rentals’ program trains competent persons to properly evaluate confined spaces and oversee work activities. According to the press release, the program covers regulatory requirements, hazard monitoring, ventilation, pre-entry checklists, gas detection, rescue planning and communication protocols on multi-employer worksites.
From the press release:
Delivered through United Academy, the training meets OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA requirements and is available in multiple formats: in-person, virtual instructor-led and e-learning. Confined spaces are areas large enough for workers to enter but not intended for continuous occupancy, with limited access or egress. Common examples include manholes, vaults, pipelines and storm drains.
United Rentals Trench Safety provides turnkey confined space solutions with OSHA- and OH&S-compliant protective systems, safety training, on-site consulting and engineering services. With 92 trench safety locations and North America’s largest fleet of confined space and excavation equipment, United Rentals delivers customized, cost-effective solutions that support both safety and productivity.
Pam Kleineke is managing editor of Compact Equipment.
