| Aim | The aim of this course is to qualify participants to enter and work in a confined space. |
| Description | The Confined Space Full Course is designed for persons who are required to enter and work in confined spaces, or managers/ employees required to The course provides participants with the OH&S and legislative requirements and procedures to ensure the health and safety of any persons required to work in confined spaces. Safe entry and work in a confined space also involves emergency response considerations (including first aid), use of personal protective equipment and fire fighting. |
| Duration | 4-5 Days |
| Unit/s of Competence | (PMAPER205A) Enter Confined Space – This unit covers the control of entry to confined spaces, for maintenance or other necessary reasons. It is expected that both the person entering the confined space and the standby person will be competent to enter confined spaces. It incorporates the preparation prior to entry, selecting suitable safety equipment, controlling entry and rescue of a person in a confined space. (PMAPER200B) Work in accordance with an issued permit – This competency aims to ensure that people working under a permit to work understand the system, know the limitations of the permit under which they’re working and comply with all the requirements of the permit. |
| 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 • Risk Assessment • Identifying Hazards and Risks • Implement control measures • Identify a Confined Space • Safe Entry requirements • Emergency Response • Entry Permits • Atmospheric Testing • Fire Fighting • Protective Equipment (including Breathing Apparatus) • Basic First Aid |
| Pre-Requisites | There are no specific pre-requisites to this course however participants should ensure they are able to collect information, complete basic documentations, work as a team and be able to participate in practical activities. |
| Assessment | Participants must be able to identify a confined space, identify hazards and risks and detail safe entry and work requirements. They must also be able to operate whilst wearing protective equipment and explain emergency response procedures. Both written and practical assessment will be conducted. |
| 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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