When I first read the preamble to the then new OSHA confined space standard, I was struck by an interesting paradox that appeared on page 4,487 of the Jan. 14, 1993, Federal Register. In one breath, ...

Once a fire ignites, it can spread rapidly and out of control in seconds, especially in industrial refineries and petrochemical facilities where highly flammable chemicals are manufactured and stored.

A Job Hazard Analysis is the most critical part of the job—this gives us an opportunity to go in the field with operations and review, recognize, and control hazards at the job site or in the area.