1. STFC Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Codes
SHE communication is an area the STFC needs to improve and a simple demonstration of effective safety management – s alone are not enough.
This package is one of a series of STFC SHE Code – updates, revisions and launches.
Simple presentations will be available for all Codes and should be used by STFC Managers at all levels to cascade the key messages to all staff and contractors.

2. Simplified format for SHE Codes
To aid their communication and understanding - simple language and clear responsibilities
Purpose – why the code exists
Scope – where it does and does not apply
Definitions – of key terms
Responsibilities – set out by role – read the part applicable to you, simple language Appendices - specific to the code but include standard appendices for the training relevant to the code, and an audit checklist

3. Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Group
Introduction to
SHE Code 11
“Work in Confined Spaces”

4. Why a Confined Spaces SHE Code?
This code addresses issues raised by the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997.
On average 15 people a year are killed in the UK during work in confined spaces.
Those killed also include people who try to rescue trapped people without proper training and equipment.

5. Key features
Every effort must be made to avoid entry into a confined space.
Where it cannot be avoided a risk assessment must be carried out.
This code establishes
clear guidance for planning work in confined spaces
ensures that work in confined spaces is only carried out under a written safe system of work and by trained personnel.
introduces a the Permit to Work in Confined Spaces pro forma and defines training necessary for authorised issuers

6. Key points Read that part of the Code relevant to you.
Always consider whether work can be carried out from the outside.
If entry into the confined space cannot be avoided a Risk Assessment must be carried out and decide whether the work should take place under a Permit to Work in Confined Spaces approved by an authorised issuer.
Always consider how a rescue will be effected without endangering rescuers.
Ensure that suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided – harnesses, hard hats, breathing equipment …and that those involved understand the task and their roles
Check that your Contractors are complying with this code through Method Statements (e.g. competence certification).
Report all incidents or near misses in SHE Enterprise.

7. SHE Training
Recognising the importance of competence in safety management - a standard appendix to each SHE code lists necessary training.
Training appendices should be used by managers and staff when considering new hazards or in general as part of Annual Performance Reviews (APRs). - see SHE Code 10 ‘Provision of SHE training’
As each code is launched relevant training will be set up for staff.
To book this training contact your local SHE training contacts:
RAL 8288
DL 3600

8. Further questions Don’t hesitate to contact your SHE Group
Graeme Finlan, DL, 3147, RAL, 6249
Gareth Baker, DL, 3285
Jim Wells, RAL, 6323
or your Departmental Safety Contact
If you have questions on the content or the format of the presentation.

9. Departmental Safety Contacts
CLF - Brian Wyborn RAL 5589
ISIS - Jane Vickers RAL 8331
SRS - Paul Quinn DL 3261
- Mike Bailey DL 3904
Corporate - Andy Dickinson RAL 8345 Services - Colin Weeks DL 3294
- Julia Easton RAL 5796
TBU - Steve Quinton RAL 5534
SSTD - Guy Woodhouse RAL 5328
PPD - Erik Johnson RAL
- Paul Flower RAL 6264
CSED - Tim Franks DL 3985
E-science - Andrew Kaye RAL 8279
ASTeC - Joe Herbert DL 3215
Head Office - Andy Boyd RAL 8222