Confined Space Entry

It is critically important that the people involved in making confined space entries are qualified and experienced and therefore trained in the associated hazards, which unfortunately in many circumstances is not the case.

Also, when seeing a colleague collapsed within an enclosed space it is a natural impulsive reaction to rush in and assist. Unfortunately this is one of the main causes of fatalities as over 50% of the workers who die in confined spaces are attempting to rescue other workers who have found themselves in difficulty.

By the end of the course an employee would be aware of the following:

• Enclosed Space Entry Procedures.
• Types and importance of ventilation.
• Atmosphere testing and monitoring.
• Space preparation for entry.
• Rescue arrangements and resuscitation equipment at the entrance.
• Supervisory control and experienced person in attendance at the entrance.
• Communication arrangements between the supervisor and entrants.
• Safe access and illumination.
• Personal protective equipments.
• Breathing apparatus.
• Permit to Work.
• Training requirements for Confined Space Entry.
• Emergency Drills.
• Actions by Emergency Rescue Team in the event of an emergency.