TIBA’s specially trained teams utilise proven procedures to manage the risks associated with tank cleaning and confined space entry. This ensures all projects are safely and successfully completed. The ‘Attendant’ at the point of entry to a confined space permanently monitors the ‘Entrants’ working inside and communications are continually checked to ensure that the best working practices are followed.
An integrated range of specialist has been assembled to maximise efficiency and minimise risk. TIBA uses the latest technology in gas monitors to monitor and display up to four simultaneously. Typically, the carbon dioxide (CO2) hydrogen sulphide (H2S) toxic sensors are used, but these can be changed if a specific risk assessment identifies the potential of an alternative toxic hazard. Added safety features in this system include ultra- bright alarm lights and a powerful audible alarm, which coupled with a periodic green flash and bleep provide users with the confidence that monitoring is always in operation and alarms are never missed. In the case of noisy environments vibrating alarms are used. The ‘SafeLink’ option allows two instruments to be connected to facilitate direct communication between team members. Our air purification units are used to treat compressed air and bring it up to breathing air quality. In operation, an air purity analyser is deployed to verify that air quality is kept within specification.
TIBA has invested heavily in breathing apparatus and equipment to ensure an absolute ‘fail safe’ operational methodology. The integrity of the primary air supply is constantly monitored by the standby man via the purification unit and/or breathing apparatus trolley. In the unlikely event that both systems failed the entrant is also equipped with a ten- minute escape set to ensure safe exit from the situation. Explosion Proof (Ex) Lighting Specialist low voltage (24v) Ex area lighting is deployed to enhance safety and operational efficiency. The package includes flood lighting, stick lights and powerful handheld lamps.
