At Clearmasters, we provide fully trained and certified confined space entry teams for work in hazardous or restricted environments. From septic tanks and pump chambers to sewage treatment plants, we carry out safe and compliant inspections, repairs, and cleaning operations across the UK.
Our engineers are equipped with the latest safety equipment and follow industry best practices for confined space work, including gas detection, harness access, air management, and standby rescue procedures. Whether it’s a routine tank inspection or an emergency pump replacement, our team has the skills and credentials to do it safely and efficiently.
A confined space is any environment that is enclosed, has limited access, and presents potential hazards such as toxic gases, low oxygen levels, or the risk of engulfment. Examples include septic tanks, treatment plant chambers, and pump station wet wells.
Work in these spaces requires specially trained personnel, risk assessments, gas monitoring, rescue plans, and control measures to ensure worker safety. At Clearmasters, our confined space entry teams are certified under relevant UK legislation, including Confined Spaces Regulations 1997.
Our confined space entry engineers work in a wide range of environments, supporting both domestic and commercial clients. Common confined space applications include:
Each job is completed with appropriate risk control, from gas monitoring and rescue provision to equipment decontamination and documentation.
Every confined space task at Clearmasters is supported by a strict entry procedure, ensuring the safety of our engineers and the compliance of your site. All team members hold confined space entry and rescue certification and are trained in first aid, emergency evacuation, and the use of gas detectors, harnesses, tripods, and winches.
We prepare and follow detailed risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) for every job. In high-risk or complex environments, a top-man/rescue operative is present outside the entry point at all times, ensuring constant monitoring and emergency readiness.
The control panel is the heart of your pump station. When it fails, the consequences can be serious—especially in systems that manage foul water or protect against surface water flooding. A malfunctioning panel may prevent pumps from starting, fail to trigger alarms, or allow sump levels to rise unchecked.
In domestic foul water pump stations, this can lead to blocked toilets, sewage backups, or effluent overflowing into basements or gardens. In surface water systems, failure during heavy rain could cause significant flooding to driveways, lower-level buildings, or landscaped areas.
Common signs of control panel issues include:
At Clearmasters, we respond quickly to control panel breakdowns and can usually restore function on the first visit. We carry replacement components for a wide range of systems and offer upgrades for older panels that no longer meet current performance or safety standards.
If you notice any irregular behaviour from your pump station control panel, don’t wait—call our team today to avoid more costly damage and get expert advice on the best solution.
Each confined space job follows a strict safety and operational process to protect everyone on site:
We begin with a full risk assessment and method statement. The team checks for hazards including gas presence, access limitations, and structural concerns.
All confined spaces are tested for harmful gases such as hydrogen sulphide, methane, and low oxygen levels. Continuous monitoring is used during entry.
The entry point is secured using tripods, winches, harnesses, and rescue lines. An external top-man remains present to oversee safety and initiate rescue if needed.
Our engineers enter the confined space to carry out tasks such as inspections, cleaning, repairs, or pump replacement—always with safety as the priority.
All equipment and PPE are cleaned and disinfected after each job. Waste materials or sludge are safely removed and disposed of in accordance with environmental rules.
We provide a written report detailing work completed, issues found, and recommendations for further action if needed. Photos and inspection footage can be included.
Professional, certified, and fully equipped for high-risk environments
At Clearmasters, we combine industry training, hands-on experience, and top-tier safety procedures to deliver confined space services you can trust. Whether it’s a routine inspection or a last-minute emergency, our entry teams are ready to respond—quickly and safely.
All work is carried out using approved PPE and confined space equipment. We conduct full risk assessments, follow rescue procedures, and provide documentation on completion for your records and compliance assurance.
With the ability to work in septic tanks, treatment plants, and deep pump stations, we’re trusted by homeowners, businesses, and water utility contractors across the UK.
Any enclosed area with limited access, poor ventilation, or risk of hazardous atmosphere—like septic tanks, chambers, or wet wells—can be classified as a confined space.
Yes. All team members hold confined space entry and rescue certifications in line with the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, and undergo regular refresher training.
Absolutely. A trained top-man/rescue operative is present outside the confined space on every job to monitor, communicate, and initiate rescue if needed.
We use calibrated gas monitors, breathing apparatus (if needed), harnesses, retrieval tripods, winches, and communication devices as part of our standard entry kit.
Yes. We regularly carry out confined space entry for septic tanks and pump stations on domestic properties, especially where underground access is needed for inspection or repair.
Yes. We provide emergency response for pump station failures, flooding, or urgent inspections requiring confined space access—available across the UK.
