Course overview

This Level 2 high risk confined space course aims to reflect the national occupational standard for a high risk related confined space environment. It covers both water and non-water industry areas.

Who should attend 

This course is aimed at anyone working in a high risk environment and includes preparing to work safely, entering and exiting high risk confined spaces safely, using equipment and tools safely, following procedures and dealing with emergencies.

Course outline 

• Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 & Approved Code of Practice
• Identification of a confined space
• Confined space classifications:
  • Water industry national classifications
  • National occupational standard
• Risk assessment & workplace safety
• Operation of a safe system of work
• Following and preparing a method statement
• Use of permit to work control measures
• Emergency planning
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Gas detection and ventilation
• Hygiene and first aid
• Escape sets and equipment
• Traversing - simple vertical entry
• SCBA - Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
• BA entry control

On course completiton

Delegates successfully completing the course will be issued with a Certification by City & Guilds, which is valid for 3 years.

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