Certificate in confined space entry
A confined space is an area with a small opening where a greater risk of injury exists. Confined spaces include but are not limited to tanks, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers, vaults, pits, manholes, tunnels, equipment housings, ductwork, pipelines, etc. Confined space training provides knowledge and awareness in building experience through an overview of confined space entry-related safety requirements. The training aims to provide candidates with the necessary knowledge of the hazards of working in confined spaces, safe use of tools and equipment, control of risks, and developing an emergency procedure
Topics Covered
- Introduction to confined space
- Key terms and definitions
- Overview of confined space hazards
- Entry permit
- Training
- Duties of authorized entrants
- Duties of attendants
- Duties of entry supervisors
- Check the size of the entrance
- Provision of ventilation
- Testing the air
- Provision of special tools and lighting
- Provision of breathing apparatus
- Preparation of emergency arrangements
- Provision of rescue harnesses
- Communication methods
- Rescue and emergency services
- Responsibility of attendants / supervisors / managers
- PPE Requirements (Respiratory etc
Assessment method
Practical & Multiple-choice examination
Guided learning hours (GLH)
12 HOURS
Qualification number
10024/1004/4
PASSING GRADE
50% PASS, 60 % MERIT, 80% DISTINCTION