Aim:
The objectives of the course are to enable delegates to:
- Form a safe system of work for the operation
- Have an understanding of responsibilities under current legislation and codes of practice
- Identify hazards and associated risks involved when entering confined spaces
- Implement control measures such as ventilation and gas detection to eliminate potential risks
- Select, inspect, use and respond to appropriate gas detection
- Have the ability to interpret results of the gas detector readings and know what action to take
- Understand the significance of, and work to, entry permits and safe working procedures
- Implement emergency procedures
- Inspect, clean and issue escape breathing apparatus
- Work as a member of a team
Trainee Specification:
Personnel involved in planning, supervising and/or execution of work resulting in entry to confined
spaces. The practical aspects of this course require the candidate to have a reasonable level of fitness.
Course Content:
- H.S.W.A.
- P.U.W.E.R.
- L.O.L.E.R.
- Confined Spaces Regs. 1997
- Other current relevant regulations
- Codes of practice
- Hazards and Risks
- Communication
- Fire prevention
- Gas detection equipment, inspection and use
- Confined space entry procedures
- Breathing Apparatus, escape sets, inspection and use
- Inspection and use of access equipment
- PPE inspection, use, storage and hygiene
Method of Training
Highly participative, with demonstrations highlighted by use of Powerpoint and Videos along with group and individual exercises.
| Duration: | 1, 2, 3 or 5 days depending upon level required. |
| Funding: | Eligible companies may be able to claim grants toward their Training as this course is CITB approved
for grant purposes. |
| Certification: | Theory & Practical, S.Q.A Unit Award |
| Booking A Course: | To book this course, please click the button below to complete the Train'd Up booking form, telephone one of our advisors on 0845 6029 665 or e-mail enquiries@traindup.org.
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