United Rentals Launches New Confined Space Safety Training Program

United Rentals, Inc. recently announced the launch of its enhanced Confined Space Safety Training for Competent Persons Program. The updated course helps contractors and utility personnel identify confined space hazards and create safer, compliant work environments, with new content and learning formats designed to better meet evolving job site needs. The announcement came ahead of the company’s Confined Space Safety Week in early August, which raises awareness of confined space hazards and best practices.The program trains competent persons — those responsible for site safety — to properly evaluate confined spaces and oversee work activities. It covers regulatory requirements, hazard monitoring, ventilation, pre-entry checklists,