Confined spaces Awareness Course

Aim: To enable persons from commerce & industry to identify & assess the risks associated with Confined Space working.

Duration: 1 Day (Approx 8 hrs)

Pre Requisites: None

Objectives:

• Understand current legislation regarding Confined Spaces
• Recognise Confined Spaces and their associated hazards
• Understand and implement Safe Systems of Work/Permits to Work

Course Content:

• Definitions and types of Confined Spaces
• Synopsis of Confined Spaces Legislation
• Confined Spaces hazards
• Common hazardous atmospheres
• Atmosphere testing
• Safe systems of work/Risk Assessments
• Permits to work
• Hygiene and other health hazards

Training Methods:
Participative with case studies & exercises

Confirmation of Learning:
Is achieved by ongoing assessor assessment.

Site Requirements:
Classroom facility with power

Note: This course does not cover the needs of persons required to physically enter a Confined Space wearing breathing apparatus or escape sets.