course description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enter and work in confined spaces in the resources and infrastructure industries. It applies to those working in operational roles who generally work under supervision to complete a range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

training & assessment delivery

We use an online platform to deliver our resources and assessments. After you enrol, you will receive an invite from the platform, prompting you to log in. You will have access to the theory section right away. We recommend this is completed prior to attendance, however, you will have the opportunity to complete this with your trainer if preferred.

All practical training and assessment will be delivered in-person with your trainer. Tasks/forms relating to the practical elements will be released to you in the platform upon attendance.

If preferred, we can provide paper copies of all resources and assessments.

What you will learn & how you will be assessed

To successfully complete this unit, you will need to demonstrate that you can safely enter and work in a confined space in a workplace environment.

You will be required to demonstrate your skills on at least two occasions, including:

Obtaining the required confined space entry permit and work instructions
Assessing the effectiveness of the emergency response plan with other affected workers
Completing all required checks and preparations in accordance with the permit and SWMS
Isolating, de-energising, locking out and tagging all relevant energy sources
Wearing and correctly caring for the required PPE
Testing the atmosphere before entering the confined space
Safely entering and working within the confined space
Continuously monitoring the atmosphere during the work
Communicating with the stand-by person and other workers
Safely exiting the confined space
Correctly removing locks and tags from isolation devices when work is complete

You must also demonstrate that you can:

Complete a risk assessment and apply appropriate hazard controls
Confirm all required safety controls are in place and operational
Verify that the permit accurately reflects the identified risks and that the confined space is safe and ready for entry
Follow all safety procedures and requirements specified in the permit and SWMS
Monitor conditions while working under the permit
Interpret and respond appropriately to gas testing and atmospheric monitoring results
Initiate the incident and emergency response plan when required
Communicate clearly with others and coordinate work activities
Work effectively with others to safely enter and work in confined spaces

You will need to demonstrate an understanding of:

Relevant WHS requirements, regulations and codes of practice for confined spaces
Confined space entry and exit procedures and associated risks
SWMS, permits and training requirements
Site and equipment safety requirements
Isolation and site control responsibilities
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Incident and emergency response procedures
How to identify a confined space
Types of atmospheric hazards, contaminants and toxic gases
The capabilities and limitations of breathing apparatus
Common confined space hazards and appropriate risk controls
The capabilities and limitations of atmospheric monitoring and gas detection equipment
Effective communication and coordination of confined space work activities

Assessment will be conducted in a safe, relevant workplace environment using appropriate confined space equipment, PPE and workplace documentation. You will need to demonstrate consistent and safe performance in realistic workplace conditions and in accordance with relevant workplace procedures, legislation, safety requirements, permits and SWMS.

Requirements & prerequisites

Participants will need to demonstrate sufficient Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills. Please advise us if you have any LLND concerns or issues as support is available and adjustments can be made to ensure you are not disadvantaged in completing this course.

Participants will require a Unique Student Identifier (USI) number. If you have completed any Nationally Recognised Training from 2015 onwards, you may already have one. You can locate or create your USI number here.

Location

This course is delivered at 33 North Jindong Road, Carbunup.

There are multiple businesses operating at this facility, so students need to be mindful of traffic, follow the posted speed limits and follow signage directing to the training area.

Please contact us for on-site bookings.

Duration

The duration for this course is 4 hours.

Fees

Standard Fee: $250 | With CTF Rebate: $148

Please contact us to enquire about payment plan options.

Accreditation

Participants will be issued with a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment via email within 14 days of completing the course. Payment is required before any certification can be issued.

cancellation policy

We are a small business, and the costs to run our courses can be high. If you need to cancel or reschedule your booking, we need to be notified so we can make adjustments or invite another student to fill your spot. To view our full cancellation policy, please refer to our Student Handbook below.

Dress code

Students need to wear long-sleeved clothing and steel-capped boots. Hi-Vis vests, hard hats and ear protection will be provided where required.

how to enrol

Select the calendar to see our list of upcoming course dates. Select the course you would like to join and proceed with completing the enrolment form. You will then receive a booking confirmation email, followed by an invoice. If you cannot attend any of the listed dates, or don’t see the course you would like to book listed, please contact us so we can arrange a course for you.

We encourage you to read our Student Handbook and to contact us with any questions prior to enrolling.

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