SKILL  KNOWLEDGE  SAFETY

Confined Space - Awareness

Aim

The aim of this course is to give participants a basic knowledge of safe entry and work in confined spaces.

Description

The Confined Space Awareness course is designed for persons whose daily work exposes them to areas where confined spaces are located, while not necessarily required to enter or work in a confined space. 

The course provides participants with an awareness of the OH&S and legislative requirements and procedures to ensure the health and safety of any persons required to work near confined spaces. 

This course is designed to provide a basic awareness and does not qualify participants to enter and work in confined spaces.

Duration

4 hours

Unit/s of Competence

There are no recognised Units of Competency awarded for this course.

Accreditation

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Risk Response & Rescue Certificate.

Course Content

  • Legislation
  • Terminology and Definitions
  • Basic Risk Assessment
  • Identifying Hazards and Risks
  • Implement control measures
  • Identify a Confined Space
  • Safe Entry requirements
  • Basic Emergency Response
  • Entry Permits
  • Atmospheric Testing

Pre-Requisites

There are no specific pre-requisites to this course however participants should ensure they are able to collect information, work as a small team and produce basic written documentation.

Assessment

Participants must be able to identify a confined space, identify hazards and risks and express a basic knowledge of safe entry and work procedures within a confined space.

Max Course Size

12

Supervision Ratio

1:12

Compliance with Legislation, Standards and Codes

  • Relevant Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
  • AS/NZS ISO 31000-2009 Risk Management
  • AS 2865-2009 Confined Spaces
  • Other enterprise specific legislation, standards and codes

Course Material

Each participant will receive a Risk Response & Rescue learner handbook.

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