Tim Johnson
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Tim Johnson has served the municipal/industrial fire services for more than 30 years and continues to be involved with municipal, industrial and military training with a focus on OSHA confined space entry programs. He is a 22-year member of the TEEX Municipal Fire School and as an expert in confined space ventilation, works with a number of organizations to develop their confined space rescue teams.

Before entering, ensure that an acceptable level of oxygen exists in the confined space. Testing should occur continuously, or at frequent intervals, during the rescue. The first set of tests should be performed by extending the sensor into the space before anyone enters.
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Confined space rescue and the decisions that can save lives

It was supposed to be quick. An internal routine inspection. In and out. Minutes inside the power facility’s empty containment tank. On that day, more than 25 years ago, decisions were made that created a lasting, irreversible impact. In the…