Confined Space Entry - Online Theory + Half Day Practical

Certification

Course Details

The course is comprised of two components:

1. Self-paced online learning and assessment (to be completed prior to your practical training): 3-4 hours
2. Practical training and assessment at our site: 4 hours

Up to 12 trainees per course.

Price

Course Overview

What is a Confined Space?

This course is recommended for:

Course Outline

• Identifying confined spaces
• WHS legislation, codes of practice and Australian Standards
• Roles and responsibilities
• Identification of hazards
• Risk assessment
• Hierarchy of controls
• Work site policy and procedures
• Completing confined space permit applications
• Working according to a confined space permit
• Isolation procedures
• Atmospheric monitoring
• Fall protection equipment
• Safety and emergency procedures
• Entry and exit procedures
• Practical entry into a range of confined spaces
• Identification and control of hazards
• Australian Standards and relevant legislation
• Roles and responsibilities of management and employees
• Case studies
• Risk assessments and hierarchy of hazard controls
• Work according to a confined space permit
• Work site policy and procedures
• Write work plans and risk assessments
• Lockout and tag out methods of isolation
• Atmospheric monitoring and gas detection
• Fall protection equipment
• Practical entry into a confined space
• Safety and emergency procedures
• Confined space refresher training is recommended every 12-24 months under Australian Standard AS2865-2009.

• Identifying confined spaces
• OHS legislation, Compliance Codes and Australian Standards
• Roles and responsibilities
• Identification of hazards
• Risk assessment
• Hierarchy of controls
• Work site policy and procedures
• Completing confined space permit applications
• Working according to a confined space permit
• Isolation procedures
• Atmospheric monitoring
• Fall protection equipment
• Safety and emergency procedures
• Entry and exit procedures
• Practical entry into a range of confined spaces
• Identification and control of hazards
• Australian Standards and relevant legislation
• Roles and responsibilities of management and employees
• Case studies
• Risk assessments and hierarchy of hazard controls
• Work according to a confined space permit
• Work site policy and procedures
• Write work plans and risk assessments
• Lockout and tag out methods of isolation
• Atmospheric monitoring and gas detection
• Fall protection equipment
• Practical entry into a confined space
• Safety and emergency procedures
• Confined space refresher training is recommended every 12-24 months under Australian Standard AS2865-2009.

Currency of Training

Course Inclusions

Online Learning:

• Access to our online learning platform with interactive learning modules and theory assessment activities
• Access to our dedicated Online Faculty if you require assistance with your online learning
• The freedom to study when you like and at your own pace.

Hands On Practical Component:

• 4 hours of face-to-face training conducted by an experienced confined space specialist
• Hands-on practical training designed to develop safe work practices
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice and Australian Standards relevant to confined spaces
• Recommendations and advice for specialised PPE and equipment for your workplace
• Advice on risk control methods for the type of work to be undertaken

Participant Requirements

For the pre-course online learning, participants must

• Use a device that meets the minimum System Requirements of Pinnacle’s e-Learning system (we officially support and recommend modern desktop or laptop computers running Google Chrome web browser). Other personal devices (e.g. phones and tablets) may be compatible, but due to the variety, we do not officially support these devices.
• Have a stable internet connection
• Use a device that can play sound

For the practical component, participants must

• Have completed the pre-course online learning and assessments prior to attending the scheduled face-to-face training
  
• Be at least 15 years of age
• Have at least a Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills
• Have the ability to read and write English
• Provide their own transport and lunch
• Wear appropriate clothing, including long pants and closed-in shoes.

Equipment:

• We supply all equipment necessary for you to undertake the practical training, however we actively encourage you to bring along your own equipment.