Objectives
To provide delegates that may be exposed to working in a confined space the information that will enable the work to be carried out in a safe manner. The course will identify the key hazards and risks of confined space working, the appropriate control measures to reduce the risks of working in a confined space and demonstrate safe working practices and techniques when working in a confined space.
A “confined space means any place, including any chamber, tank, vat, silo, pit, trench, pipe, sewer, flue, well or other similar space in which, by virtue of its enclosed nature, there arises a reasonable foreseeable specified risk” (Confined Space Regulations 1997).
Content
- Legislation specific to confined space work
- Management/Supervisory duties under the Regulation
- Safe systems of work – Permits to work
- Atmospheric testing, monitoring and deterioration
- Properties of gases
- Safety Equipment
- Standby personnel role and responsibilities
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Awareness
- Emergency Rescue Awareness
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment.
Practical exercises using the ‘Restricted Access Trainer’ including the use of breathing apparatus, winches and rescue equipment. Practical exercises can be tailored to simulate the working environment of the delegates as long as this has been agreed prior to the course start.
This course is approved by IOSH. Delegates must be 18 years or older to attend.
Course Duration
2 Days
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