This course, which meets the requirements of the HSA Code of Practice for Working in Confined Spaces, 2010, gives training indentifying and understanding the nature, hazards and risks associated with working in confined spaces.
For those who will be required work in Confined Spaces or participate in Emergency & Rescue Teams, and, For those working where hazardous confined spaces occur but who need to avoid such places/situations.
There are 3 options... Option 1: Half-day general Introduction to Working in Confined Spaces, Option 2: One day Course including Option1 plus Emergency Planning and the use of typical Safety Equipment with simulation exercises, and, Option 3: Two day Course including Option 1 and 2 plus selection and use of Breathing Apparatus with simulation exercises. Each Course can accommodate up to 10 persons.
AIM & OBJECTIVES This course, which meets the requirements of the HSA Code of Practice for Working in Confined Spaces, 2010, to identify and understand the nature, hazards and risks associated with working in confined spaces. Note: To download a copy of the Code click here. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This course, with half-day and one-day options, is intended both as a general introduction… For those who will be required work in Confined Spaces or participate in Emergency & Rescue Teams, and, For those working where hazardous confined spaces occur but who need to avoid such places/situations.
PROGRAMMEBased on the HSA Code of Practice , which provides practical guidance as to the observance of the provisions of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Confined Spaces) Regulations, 2001, the three Course Options are… IntroductionThe Hazards of Confined SpacesResponsibilitiesPreventing the need for EntryChoice of Work Method Provision of Safe Plant and Equipment Prevention of Unauthorised Entry
The Risk AssessmentKey Elements of Risk Assessment and Control Generic Risk Assessment Identify the Hazards What’s Inside What’s Created What’s Outside
A Safe System of WorkA Safe Way of Working Elements of Safe System of Work Training, Supervision and Suitability Permit-to-Work Procedure Gas purging and Ventilation Dangerous Residues Testing and Monitoring of the Atmosphere Mechanical, Electrical and Process Isolation Respiratory Protective Equipment Other Personal Protective Equipment Safe Use of Work Equipment Communications Access and Egress Flammable or Explosive Atmospheres Combustible Materials
Emergency & Rescue Procedures Rescue Arrangements Training Rescue Logistics Rescue Equipment
Option 1 plus… Safety Equipment: Hoists, winches, safety harnesses, fall arresters, PPE, safety lighting (as used by your company) Atmospheric Testing: LEL, UEL, TLV, PEL (as used by your company) Emergency Plan simulation exercise with Safety Equipment and Atmospheric Testing
Options 1 & 2 plus… Selection of BA... 10-min Escape Set Long Duration Escape Set SCBA Breathing Apparatus
Training in use of BA by Certified Trainer Emergency Plan simulation exercise with Safety Equipment, Atmospheric Testing and Breathing Apparatus
PRACTICAL DEMONSTRATIONOptions 2 and 3 include practical demonstration/simulation exercises of confined space entry, safe system of working, emergency & rescue procedures, as appropriate. LOCATION & DURATION This course is usually delivered on site at the participant’s place of work. The durations are as follows… Option 1: Half-day Option 2: One day Option 3: Two days
The programme can be delivered at a weekend if work requirements so demand. Each Course can accommodate up to 10 persons.
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