CPD - Confined Space-Medium Risk course syllabus.

Category: Confined-Space

Level: Beginner

To provide delegates with a thorough understanding of Confined Space procedures and the dangers of confined spaces. It provides an understanding of how to carry out a vertical decent into a Confined Space, move away from the point of entry and escape using emergency breathing apparatus.

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 CPD Confined Space-Medium Risk course certificate has 1 year validity.

It is recommended that you check with your course tutor for information on CPD - Confined Space-Medium Risk refresher courses and their recommended frequency or the next step qualification.

This confined space training course is designed for workers who operate within medium risk confined spaces across a wide variety of industries. A medium risk confined space exists where there are access issues; a realistic expectation of encountering a specific risk, possible introduction of specified risks during the work activity. Vertical direct unobstructed access with continuous attachment to a man riding hoist or similar mechanical rescue device.

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

Identification of risks and their control

Safe system of work for entry into a Confined Space

Hazardous atmospheres and use of gas detection equipment and monitoring.

Permits to work and control measures

Personal Protective Equipment

Equipment pre-use inspection and safe operation

Preparing and using escape breathing apparatus in accordance with manufacturers instructions

Vertical entry into a confined space

Safe method of escape from a confined space

Emergency procedures

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