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Medium Risk Confined Space Entry

Duration: 2 Days

Course Delegate 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.

The objectives of the course are 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 the 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.

Course Content

H.A.S.A.W.A
P.U.W.E.R
L.O.L.E.R
Confined Space Regulations 1997
Other current relevant legislation
Codes of Practice
Hazards and Risks
Communication
Fire Prevention
Gas Detection Equipment, inspection and use
Confined Space Entry Procedures
Escape Sets, inspection and use
Inspection and use of Access Equipment
PPE, inspection, use, storage and hygiene

Training Method

Highly participative with practical demonstrations highlighted by use of PowerPoint and Videos along with group and individual exercises.

CERTIFICATION

Certificate of Competence valid for 3 years followed by 1 day refresher every 3 years thereafter. SQA Unit Award available if required.

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Medium Risk Confined Space Entry

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