Confined Space Entry including rescue exercises

Target Group

Any personnel involved with confined spaces work or potential rescuers.

The Aims of the Course

How to identify and control/eliminate hazards in and around Confined Spaces, as well as, how to operate safely within a Confined Space work environment.

Requirements for the students/Admission Reqirements

Participants must have a valid medical certificate and valid photo ID

Course content:

Theory:

• Legislative Requirements.
• Recognition of Enclosed Spaces.
• Ventilation.
• Proper gas detection equipment and methods.
• Personal Protective Equipment.
• Hazard Control.
• Atmospheric testing.
• Rescue equipment and techniques.
• Respiratory Protection.
• Enclosed Space Permits.
• Equipment selection.
• Types of Rescues.
• Roles and Responsibilities.
• Safe Entry
• Organization and command of a confined space rescue team.
• Rescue preplanning.

Practical:

• Use of gas detection.
• Safe access and egress.
• Use of emergency escape sets.
• Use of self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Emergency scenarios.

The objective

The overall objective of this training is to protect those entering or working around a confined space. In this course you will learn the physical, chemical, and biological principles related to safe working with confined spaces.