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Confined Space Training

31 August 2017

Confined Space Training: Low - Half Day Medium Risk - 1 day course High Risk - 2 days course

Low Risk Confined Spaces – Training Course Duration: 1/2 Day Introduction:

This Fire Security course is intended for persons nominated to work in or at Confined Spaces where work has been assessed and classified as NC1 or NC2 (Low Risk). Pre-Course Requirements: All delegates should be physically fit.

Course Content: Delivered in accordance with the Confined Space Regulations 1997, successful completion of the course leads to an understanding of: • Identifying a Confined Space and its hazards • The legal requirements • Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work • Equipment required to enter a Confined Space, including Gas Monitoring equipment, Tripods and Winches and ancillary safety equipment such as harnesses, ropes, lifelines. • Personal Protective Equipment and Hygiene • Examination, testing and maintenance of equipment • Ventilation and the avoidance of unsafe atmospheres • Communication and entry procedures • Training and personnel requirements

Practical training and exercises Training Methods: All theoretical training is re-enforced by demonstrations and practical exercises. There is no written examination but continuous instructor assessment is made throughout. Certification: A Fire Security Certificate of Competence will be issued on successful completion of the full course. This certificate is valid for 3 years and is available as an A4 paper and/or credit card style version. Working in Confined Spaces - Medium Risk – Training Course Duration: 1 Day Introduction: This course is intended for persons nominated to work in or at Confined Spaces where work has been assessed and declared National Classification Medium Risk. Pre-Course Requirements: All delegates should be physically fit and capable of wearing Escape BA.

Course Content: Delivered in accordance with the Confined Space Regulations 1997, successful completion of the course leads to an understanding of: • Identifying a Confined Space and its hazards • The legal requirements • Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work • Equipment required to enter a Confined Space and act as ‘TopMan’, including Gas Monitoring equipment, Tripods and Winches and ancillary safety equipment such as safety harnesses, ropes, lifelines. • The use of open circuit (CABA) Escape Breathing Apparatus • Personal Protective Equipment and Hygiene • Examination, testing and maintenance of equipment • Ventilation and the avoidance of unsafe atmospheres • Communication and entry procedures • Training and personnel requirements • Practical training and exercises

Training Methods: All theoretical training is re-enforced by demonstrations and practical exercises. Assessment is by continuous instructor assessment against Course criteria and outcomes. Certification: A Certificate of Competence will be issued on successful completion of the full course. This certificate is valid for 3 years and is a photo credit card style version.

High Risk Confined Space Training – Course Overview Duration: 2 Days Introduction: This course is intended for persons nominated to work in or at Confined Spaces where work has been assessed and classified as High Risk. These spaces are, primarily, substantially enclosed and where there is a potentially hazardous working environment and where Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is required, or potentially required, to be worn. Pre-Course Requirements: All delegates should be physically fit and capable of wearing Escape BA and SCBA.

Course Content: Delivered in accordance with the Confined Space Regulations 1997, successful completion of the course leads to an understanding of: • Identifying a Confined Space and its hazards • The legal requirements • Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work • Equipment required to enter a Confined Space, including Gas Monitoring equipment, Tripods and Winches and ancillary safety equipment such as harnesses, ropes, lifelines. • The use of open circuit (CABA) Escape Breathing Apparatus and SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) • Personal Protective Equipment and Hygiene • Examination, testing and maintenance of equipment • Ventilation and the avoidance of unsafe atmospheres • Communication and entry procedures • Training and personnel requirements • Practical training and exercises Training Methods: All theoretical training is re-enforced by demonstrations and practical exercises. There is no written examination but continuous instructor assessment is made throughout.

Certification: A Certificate of Competence will be issued on successful completion of the full course. This certificate is valid for 3 years and is available as an A4 paper and/or credit card style version.

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