Enclosed-space entry and rescue controls
Applicability: All vessel types; apply the equipment and operational conditions stated in this entry.
What is being checked
Entry controls address each space, its atmosphere and rescue arrangements.
Ready on board
0 / 17 checkedCheck the vessel’s actual procedures, equipment and records against these points from RISQ 3.2.
Practice questions
Preparation prompts derived from this entry, not an official inspector interview script.
1An open hold has been ventilated. Is its enclosed access trunk automatically safe?
No. A connected trunk can retain a hazardous atmosphere and must be assessed, ventilated and tested independently. Opening the hatch or discharging cargo does not prove it safe.
2What should the attendant do if an entrant collapses?
Initiate the ship-specific rescue plan and communication arrangements. Do not enter independently to attempt rescue.
3Can a satisfactory pre-entry test replace personal gas detection?
No. The source explicitly calls for a finding where a person entered without a certified and calibrated personal gas detector.
Where a finding may arise
RISQ explicitly requires a finding where anyone entered without a certified and calibrated personal gas detector. Missing entry/course evidence, unassessed connected spaces, insecure access or ineffective permit/rescue arrangements are further concerns assessed here.
Past observations for practice
Anonymised reports, manually reviewed before publication. These are reported experiences, not additional inspection requirements.
No reviewed observations have been added for this entry.
Share an observation for private review
Remove vessel, company and inspector names, report numbers, exact dates and confidential information. Do not paste a complete inspection report.
Source clarification
This is preparation guidance for RISQ 3.2, not an entry permit. The source distinguishes connected spaces from adjacent spaces with an intact continuous barrier. Its 30-minute testing recommendation is quoted from ISGOTT within this dry-ship questionnaire; retain it as a recommendation and apply the vessel’s risk assessment/SMS and stated national qualifications.
References and source status
RightShip Inspection Ship Questionnaire, November 2025, version 3.2. Section 4, page 41–45, reference 4.5.
The explanation, checklist and practice answer derive from the supplied questionnaire. Reported observations are separately contributed and manually reviewed; they are not official RISQ guidance.
Independent DeepDraft preparation guide, based on the supplied RISQ 3.2 questionnaire. Not an official RightShip product or inspection report.