The aim of this course is to provide all course candidates with a firm understanding of the current legislation regarding confined space entry and safe work in a confined space. Including being able to identify the types of confined spaces and their hazards and the ability to enter a confined space and apply the safe and correct procedures for entry into, working within, and the emergency procedure for confined space operations.
Delegates will have actual handson practice in
donning & doffing Breathing Apparatus
using walkie talkies with proper voice procedures
vertical and horizontal entry
taking on roles of entrant, attendant & rescue personnel
confined space rescue scenarios including rescue of workers not wearing harnesses or wearing only a belt
Duration2 days
Pre Course Requirements None.
CertificationValid for 2 years on successful completion.
Course Timetable
DAY ONEPresentation
Introduction to confined spaces
What is a confined space?
Legislative requirements
Duties & responsibilities involved in confined space work (entrant, attendant, confined space safety assessor, rescue personnel, authorized manager)
Hazards in confined spaces
Harness and equipment selection
Practical
Erecting tripod / quadpod
Use of access systems
Lowering systems: winch, descender systems
Back-up systems
DAY TWO
Presentation
Confined Space Rescue
Priorities of Safety
Rescue Planning & considerations
Rescue Timeline
Pulley Systems
Practical Emergency procedures: winch failure, mainline failure
Tripod/Quadpod failure
Practical assessment
Debrief and Results
Past Clients Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)
ST Marine Hyundai Engineering & Construction
