| Aim | The aim of this course is to qualify participants to enter and work in a confined space. |
| Description | The Confined Space Awareness course is designed for persons whose daily work exposes them to areas where confined spaces are located, while not necessarily required to enter or work in a confined space. The course provides participants with an awareness of the OH&S and legislative requirements and procedures to ensure the health and safety of any persons required to work near confined spaces. This course is designed to provide a basic awareness and does not qualify participants to enter and work in confined spaces. |
| Duration | 4 hours |
| Unit/s of Competence | There are no recognised Units of Competency awarded for this course. |
| Accreditation | Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Risk Response & Rescue Certificate as well as a Nationally Accredited Statement of Attainment. |
| Course Content | • Legislation • Terminology and Definitions • Basic Risk Assessment • Identifying Hazards and Risks • Implement control measures • Identify a Confined Space • Safe Entry requirements • Basic Emergency Response • Entry Permits • Atmospheric Testing |
| Pre-Requisites | There are no specific pre-requisites to this course however participants should ensure they are able to collect information, work as a small team and produce basic written documentation. |
| Assessment | Participants must be able to identify a confined space, identify hazards and risks and express a basic knowledge of safe entry and work procedures within a confined space. |
| Max Course Size | 12 |
| Supervision Ratio | 1:12 |
| Compliance with Legislation, Standards and Codes | • Relevant Occupational Health and Safety Regulations • AS/NZS 4360:2004 Risk Management • AS/ NZS 2865:2001 Safe Working in a Confined Space • Other enterprise specific legislation, standards and codes |
| Resources Required | • training room • whiteboard • data projector • tables • chairs • practical training area • individual confined space equipment • group confined space equipment |
| Course Material | Each participant will receive a Risk Response & Rescue learner handbook. |
| Course Cost | Enquire for further details. |
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National Height Safety & Access Solutions Pty Ltd
Unit 3 - 31 Chapel Street Marrickville NSW 2204
PH: 1300 301 214
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