Confined Space Entry/Rescue and Authorised Gas Tester

Course Code: ZGT73 Categories Accreditations, Confined Space, Course Categories, Courses, Rescue, Zero Gravity Safety

During your course we will provide;

A course manual, handouts and pen
Refreshments throughout the day
Any equipment required to complete the course
A microwave, fridge and toaster will be provided for delegate use if the course is held at a Zero Gravity Safety Location

Course Overview

The course is for those persons who must plan, supervise and access into confined spaces, but who also need the practical skills to use gas monitoring devices, PPE, harnesses and winching systems. It is aimed at those entering confined spaces but not limited to such as Drum, Steep, Silo’s, Still, Washback, Pits or enclosed/restricted areas inside buildings. This course provides delegates with a thorough understanding of confined space procedures, the dangers of confined spaces and enables them to carry out an entry to work in a confined space safely. This course specifically concentrates on the rescue skills required to provide on-site cover for those working in confined spaces. It covers winching and hauling systems, incident management and immediate-response risk assessment.

Who is the course for?

This particular course embodies the skill and knowledge elements, as part of the requirement for candidates to become competent. It is designed for managers. supervisors and operatives who may need to enter or supervise the entry into confined spaces and carry out a variety of work activities.

Contents Covered

Introduction and course overview
Legislation/ Definition of a ‘Confined’ space
Specified Risks
Duties under the Regulations, preventing the need for entry
Risk Assessment and hazard identification
Atmospheric hazards and gases
Principles and use of gas detectors
Safe systems of work & permits to work
Roles, responsibilities and top-man/co-ordinator duties
Pre use checks, correct donning & adjustment of harness
Inspection and applications of davits, winches and fall arrest equipment
Emergency procedures
Practical exercises and assessments

Requirements

Persons should be medically fit

PPE Required

Can all delegates provide their own safety footwear (Steel toe cap boots), and comfortable working clothing. Gloves are mandatory during practical’s please ensure they are brought with you

ID & Photos

Please ensure you bring a form of ID to verify identity (required by some Awarding Organisations)
A photograph may be required to be taken on the day for ID card issuing purposes
We may also take general photographs for social media purposes etc… If you do not wish to be included in any, please inform your instructor

Allergies

If attending a full day course at our centre, please ensure you contact the office on 01925 21 21 44 7 days prior to attending and let us know if you have any specific food requirements such as allergies