Level 2 Qualification in Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces
Vocational qualification
In Fareham
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Fareham
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Duration
1 Day
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Introduction
This course is for all employers, employees and the self-employed who work in any type of confined space. Our Confined Space courses focus on the actions needed to meet the requirements of the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997. Confined Space course training information is also designed to be a useful source of data for anyone involved in carrying out tasks in confined spaces.
Do you or your staff know what a confined space is?
Do you or your staff have to enter a confined space?
Do you or your staff understand the requirements of the legislation?
Can you or your staff complete a risk assessment for a confined space?
Do you have a safe system of work for confined spaces operation?
Confined Spaces can KILL YOU
On average, 15 people are killed every year in the UK across a wide range of working environments in confined spaces. The range varies from those involved in the operation of complex plant through to accessing storage vessels. In addition, a large number of people are also seriously injured. Unfortunately those losing their lives include not only people working in the confined space but also those who try to rescue them without prior training and using incorrect equipment.
Confined Space – What is it?
Any space of an enclosed nature where there is exposure to hazardous substances or dangerous conditions (e.g. lack of oxygen). Some confined spaces are fairly easy to identify, for instance those enclosures with either limited or single openings and they often have minimal ventilation.
It is impossible to provide a comprehensive list of every type of confined space. Some workplaces may change into a form of confined space either when work is being carried out or during their construction and/or subsequent modification.
Confined Spaces - How does UK law apply
There must be a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risks for all work activities for the purpose of deciding what measures are necessary for safety (The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999). For work in confined spaces this involves identifying the hazards present, assessing the potential risks and determining what precautions must be taken.
City & Guilds 6150-01 Certificate in Working in Confined Spaces: Water
Level 2 Qualification in Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces -
For low risk confined spaces, in line with the new NOS for working in confined spaces (water utlities).
Outcomes:
- Prepare to enter and work safely in low risk confined spaces
- Enter and exit confined spaces safely
- Use equipment and tools safely and in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
- Follow procedures and work safely
- Deal with emergencies
- Use appropriate behaviour for working in low risk confined spaces in the water industry
- Use general knowledge for working in low risk confined spaces in the water industry
- Apply water industry specific knowledge for working in low risk confined spaces in the water industry
Assessment is by practical observation and written test.
Level 2 Qualification in Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces