A septic tank, both new and existing, is considered a confined space. I cannot tell you the number of times someone has told me they went into a tank, or even sent me a picture of someone inside a tank without the correct safety measures.
Entering tanks is no small ordeal, and it’s crucial that all OSHA requirements are met before entering a tank for any period of time, and for any reason. It’s always preferred that the needed management activities are conducted without ever needing to enter a tank, but there are times needed repairs or maintenance cannot be done
