Course Aims
Provide training and practical assessment for those persons who need to implement and work to safe working procedures and permits for confined space entry.
Who is this course suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for individuals requiring to raise their awareness of the risks of Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces and for those that are employed in the control and supervision of others who are working in confined space and need to develop safe systems of work including risk assessments and Permit to enter systems.
The Objectives of the qualification are:
- to benefit learners through developing their understanding of the hazards and risks associated with Confined Space entry work:
- Prepare to enter and work safely in medium risk confined spaces
- Enter and exit confined spaces safely
- Prepare and use escape breathing apparatus in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
- Use equipment and tools safely and in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions
- Follow procedures and work safely
- Deal with emergencies
- Work with others
- Use general knowledge for working in medium risk confined spaces and their environments
- Increase understanding of the purpose of Risk Assessments as part of a Safe system of Work
- Achieve competence in the control measures for Confined Space work
PRE-Requisites
Candidates are required to bring High Visibility Clothing to include High Visibility (HV) upper body clothing to BS EN 471:2003 class 2 as a minimum (HV tabard). PPE incl. Hard Hat (BS EN 397) (Climbing hat (EN 397:2012 + A1:2012) with head torch preferable but will be supplied if required), and Safety footwear (Incl ankle protection, not rigger boots). Due to the practical nature of elements of the training delivery and assessment process, it is advisable to wear clothing that is suitable as work wear
- Hard Hat must have chin strap. Additional Head Light preferred
- Hand Protection to EN 388:2016 Level C as minimum. (Cut 5).
Would all candidates please ensure they bring with them their National Insurance Number together with 2 from the following; Company ID, Passport, Driving Licence or some other form of photographic identification.
Any candidates who have any additional needs within a learning environment, eg a scribe for those may have Dyslexia, please inform us ahead of the course commencing.
This course is not recommended for those who may be claustrophobic.