CS1 Entry into Medium Risk Confined Spaces with Escape Sets and Self Rescue

It covers the Confined Space Regulations 1997 requirements in detail, covering what makes a confined space and provides candidates with a solid understanding as to safe working procedures whilst working within, entering and exiting a confined space and if an emergency was to arise forcing an evacuation.

Topics:

Along with gaining a sound understanding of the Confined Space Regulations 1997, learners will be able to:
•  Personal protection and hygiene requirements
•  Understanding risk assessment and method statements
•  Types of gaseous atmosphere, gas monitoring equipment and its use
•  The use of harnesses, fall arrest and retrieval systems
•  The use of escape breathing apparatus and self-rescue procedures
•  Safe entry working and exit procedures at confined space
•  Knowledge and skill exercises for planning, permits, entering, working and exiting confined spaces using escape breathing apparatus as part of the planned means for self-rescue.

• Candidates should be clean shaven when at all possible.
• Candidates should bring their own safety footwear, waterproof clothing, hard hat and working gloves for the practical exercises.
• Candidates should be physically and mentally fit to withstand the rigours of training.
• Candidates should be able to read, write and understand English as all documentation, presentations and examination paperwork will be in English only.

Learning Support

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