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Atmospheric testing
Also known as air monitoring.
Measurement of oxygen, flammable, and toxic conditions before and during hazardous-space work.
Safety notes
- Use calibrated direct-reading instruments in the required order and locations and document continuous or periodic results.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Use calibrated direct-reading instruments in the required order and locations and document continuous or periodic results.
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Sources
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Safety Bulletins · Contract Services Administration Trust Fund
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.