Confined Spaces

Learners who are assessed as competent against this unit standard will be able to identify the hazard of confined spaces and the precautions required for the safety of the workers and the public.

It contributes to the development of a professional community of Construction workers. The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key development interface between learners and new competencies to be achieved.

Its contribution to socio-economic transformation is that learners would be able to undergo RPL-assessment and thereby receive recognition for previous learning and experience. The employability and career prospects of learners can therefore be enhanced by the qualification.

Specific Outcomes:

• Identify the hazards of working in confined spaces.
• Identify appropriate protective clothing or equipment.
• Identify training requirements for unskilled workers working in confined spaces & train the workers.
• Plan and Implement emergency procedures.