Course Description
Is the Confined Space-High Risk course accredited by an official body?
In most cases the awarding body (CPD) will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching.
What is the CPD - Confined Space-High Risk course?
Category: Confined-Space
Level: Beginner
This course is essential for those working in high risk confined spaces. Carrying out complex operations which present additional risk. The course provides delegates with a thorough understanding of Confined Space procedures for the water industry, the dangers of confined spaces and enables them to carry out an entry into a Confined Space wearing Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and escape sets.
At the end of the training course delegates should know: The dangers associated with confined space working, how to risk assess a confined space, how to classify a confined space, the types of Escape Breathing Apparatus and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, how to undertake pre-entry and pre-wearer checks on equipment, why there is a need for periodic examinations of equipment, the emergency procedures when working in a confined space. The use of self contained breathing apparatus.
How long is the CPD - Confined Space-High Risk certificate valid for?
The CPD Confined Space-High Risk course certificate has 1 year validity.
It is recommended that you check with your course tutor for information on CPD - Confined Space-High Risk refresher courses and their recommended frequency or the next step qualification.
Who is the CPD - Confined Space-High Risk course designed for?
Managers, supervisors and operatives who may need to enter or supervise the entry into High Risk Confined Spaces and carry out a variety of work activities using both Full Breathing Apparatus and Escape Sets.
What subjects does the CPD - Confined Space-High Risk course cover?
A large amount of practical activities, practical assessment and written exam, which will be supplemented with classroom-based tutorials, involving:
The Confined Spaces Regulations 1997
Hazardous atmospheres and gas detection monitor
Operation of safe systems of work for entry into a confined space
Personal Protective Equipment
IP ratings, intrinsically safe and ATEX approved
Equipment pre-use inspection and safe operation
Emergency breathing apparatus theory and practical
Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) theory and Practical
Identification of risks and their control
Fall arrest systems
Use of permit to work control measures
Safe entry and escape from a confined space
Safe Entry and Exit of a confined space wearing Self contained breathing apparatus
Emergency and rescue procedures
How is the CPD - Confined Space-High Risk course assessed?
Structured CPD / active learning involves interactive and participation-based study. It is typically proactive and can include attending a training course, conference, workshop, seminar, lecture, e-learning course or CPD certified event. CPD active learning also applies to when professionals take career orientated exams and assessments.
What certificate do I get for passing the CPD - Confined Space-High Risk course?
