Working in a Confined Space
Please allow up to 8 hours to complete the online theory component, after your assessment is marked you will be sent an email with dates and times to book your 2 hour practical session with one of our experienced tutors.
Confined Spaces pose a number of critical risks to those required to work in the space. It is vital that all involved in the work understand these risks and how to effectively manage them. Our course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to understand the hazards/risks, permit and documentation requirements, control measures, monitoring and testing requirements, responsibilities and duties to undertake confined space work.
TICKET TYPES
Stage 1
You will learn about confined spaces, and their permit notification and implementation requirements; identify control measures to eliminate, isolate, and minimise the risk of hazards in confined spaces; demonstrate knowledge of monitoring and confined space testing requirements; and describe the responsibilities and duties of people entering confined spaces or conducting observation duties for confined spaces.
NZQA unit standard includes:
US 18426 Demonstrate knowledge of hazards associated with confined spaces. (Level 3, Credits 4)
Stage 2 (Includes Stage 1)
You will complete Stage 1 as well as be able to:
- Identify hazards and controls within confined spaces
- Develop an emergency procedure plan for a confined space
- Complete documentation required for confined space entry.
NZQA unit standards includes:
US 18426 Demonstrate knowledge of hazards associated with confined spaces. (Level 3, Credits 4)
US 17599 Plan a confined space entry (Level 4, Credits 5)
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