This course is specifically designed for workers who will be entering confined spaces. It emphasizes understanding the inherent dangers of these environments and rigorously following established safety protocols to prevent injury, illness, or fatality.

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Major Topics Covered

 

• Understanding Confined Spaces

  • Legal Definition of a Confined Space (e.g., restricted entry/exit, not designed for continuous occupancy).

  • Identifying the Three Main Hazards: Atmospheric (gases, oxygen deficiency/enrichment), Physical (engulfment, mechanical, heat), and Psychological.

  • Review of Applicable Legislation (e.g., General Safety Regulations and OHS Act).

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• Atmospheric Hazard Control

  • Understanding the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL), Oxygen Content, and the dangers of toxic gases (e.g., H₂S, CO).

  • Proper operation and pre-use calibration of Gas Monitoring Equipment .

  • Interpreting gas monitor readings and knowing when to abort entry.

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• The Permit-to-Work System

  • The Purpose and Importance of the Confined Space Entry Permit.

  • Roles and responsibilities of the Entrant, Attendant, and Supervisor.

  • Procedures for Isolation, Lockout, and Tagout (LOTO) to prevent stored energy release.

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• Entry and Working Procedures

  • Ensuring Ventilation is adequate and maintained.

  • Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including specialized rescue harnesses.

  • Maintaining Communication with the Attendant (Buddy System).

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• Emergency and Rescue Procedures

  • Understanding the risks and procedures for Non-Entry Rescue.

  • Knowing when and how to initiate a Rescue Plan.

  • Responding to emergencies, including recognizing signs of distress or gas exposure.

 

By the end of this course

learners will be competent to conduct all duties as a Confined Space Entrant, ensuring they identify hazards, follow the Permit-to-Work system, correctly use monitoring and ventilation equipment, and act safely during all entry and exit procedures.