Code:
0417CSI
Course Type:
Short Course; Accredited Course
Cost:
$315.00
Study Mode:
On Campus
Location:
Yallourn
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Course Overview

Course Dates

Enrolment into this course must be finalised 5 working days before the course commences

This course will give you the skills to define and identify different types of confined spaces, carry out hazard identification, assessment and control and follow rescue procedures.

Aimed at those who work in operational roles in confined spaces, this course covers planning and preparing for entry of confined spaces, entry and working in confined spaces, exiting confined spaces and cleaning up.

During this course, you will attain the practical application and understanding required to enter and work in confined spaces and will be able to:

  • Define and identify different types of confined spaces
  • Apply the entry requirements as per AS 2865
  • Carry out hazard identification, assessment and control
  • Understand the Legislation, Regulations and Standards applicable to Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
  • Follow and apply isolation procedures and methods
  • Understand and apply atmospheric management and monitoring
  • Carry out purging, ventilation and cleaning requirements
  • Accurately apply and follow entry permits
  • Correctly use PPE including respiratory protective equipment, lifelines and harnesses
  • Follow rescue procedures

Qualifications and Recognition

Upon completion of this course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.

Career Opportunities

  • This course is best suited to those persons required to identify and work in a range of workplace/industry settings involving confined spaces.  The course is  also suited to standby personnel and managers or other personnel supervising activities involving workers entering confined spaces.
  • Your Statement of Attainment does not have an expiry date, however, WAHA (Working at Heights Association) and industry standards recommend retraining every two (2) years.

Opportunities for Further Study

N/A

Course Dates

Enrolment into this course must be finalised 5 working days before the course commences

Further Information

Course and Entry Requirements

Mandatory entry requirements:

  • Ability to read, write and understand English
  • Candidates are required to declare any medical issue that may exclude them from full participation
  • Attend the course wearing Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) of Hi Visibility shirt/vest, enclosed footwear and a safety helmet.

Recommended entry requirements:

  • It is recommended that participants have previously completed Construction Induction Card training.
  • Successful completion of training and assessment is more likely where participants have literacy and numeracy skills at appropriate level.

Pre-requisites

Not Applicable

Online requirement

Not Applicable

Fees

Course Cost

$315.00

Materials Fees

Not Applicable

Specialist Course Information

N/A

Placement

Not Applicable

Pathway to Industry Licence

Material and Equipment supplied by students

Not Applicable

Student Services

Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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Course Structure

Course Modules

MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces

Assessment

  • Observation
  • Questioning
  • Test/Quiz