Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces

This course works towards National Occupational Standards (EUSCS02) and is about working in confined space environments where there is a medium risk that a specified hazard may be present. It will require the use of escape breathing apparatus. It will involve the presence of one or more people – positioned outside the confined space – who have designated responsibilities for controlling the entry and dealing with emergencies.

COURSE Structure

Entry to the confined space may involve:

Vertical entry normally using a ladder or man-riding winch, both requiring fall protection and means of assisted rescue such as a rescue winch
Horizontal entry such as walking or climbing into the confined space or working away from the bottom of a vertical entry, with limited use of a rescue line. Such types of entry may involve more than one person entering the confined space

Who should attend?

Anyone who works in an area determined by an employer, through an appropriate risk assessment as a confined space.

Learning Outcomes

Prepare to enter and work safely in medium risk confined spaces
Enter and exit confined spaces safely
Prepare and use escape breathing apparatus in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
Use equipment and tools safely and in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
Follow procedures and work safely
Deal with emergencies
Legislation – confined spaces and their environment
Equipment and tools
Working with others
Dealing with emergencies
Confined Spaces medium risk working environment and Confined spaces and their environments
Working safely

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