Medium Risk Confined Space
This course is designed to ensure that delegates who need to enter such workplaces understand the requirements of the law, the need for risk assessments and safe systems of work and how to apply these practically. This includes competent use of the appropriate equipment, to enable entry to be made safely.Accreditions available include NPORS, City and Guilds and in-house.
North East
Available All Year
2 Days
Course Objectives
- What is a confined space and what are the hazards
- Legal requirements
- Risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Equipment required to enter a confined spaces
- The purpose and use of gas detection equipment
- The purpose and use of escape breathing apparatus
- The use of ropes and safety harnesses
- The purpose and use of tripods and man riding winches
- Personal protective equipment and hygiene
- Examination, testing and maintenance of equipment
- Ventilation and the avoidance of unsafe atmospheres
- Communication and entry procedures
- Course review