This course provides guidance for employers, the self-employed and operatives who carry out work in confined spaces. It provides delegates with a thorough understanding of what confined spaces are, the associated dangers and the ability to enter, work and leave them safely.

In addition, the course gives an understanding of the safe use and planned maintenance of escape apparatus.

The course will cover the following topics:

• Confined Space Regulations 1997, associated legislation and ACoP
• Planning and emergency arrangements
• Associated hazards and methods of risk control
• Atmospheric monitoring
• Health hazards and associated control measures
• Safety equipment and pre-use checks
• Airline breathing apparatus
• Practical demonstration and assessment in the use of monitoring equipment and all associated safety equipment