Expertise
Our instructors are seasoned professionals with years of experience in the field and understand the environment.
Course overview
Enhance your workplace safety with our Confined Space Entry Training, meticulously crafted for industrial environments. Tailored to meet the unique safety needs of your industry, this on-site training ensures that your team gains practical, relevant skills directly applicable to their daily operations.
Our Confined Space Entry Training takes place within your familiar work environment, providing a dynamic and immersive learning experience. We focus on scenarios that are specific to your workplace, ensuring that the training is not only theoretical but also grounded in real-world application.
Understanding the varied makeup of professional teams, our training highlights the importance of teamwork, communication, and collaboration in confined space situations. This not only strengthens team cohesion but also enhances the group’s ability to respond effectively in emergencies.
With flexible scheduling options, our Confined Space Entry Training is designed to integrate smoothly into your organization’s routine, minimizing disruption to your daily operations. Beyond just covering entry and safety basics, our program builds participant confidence and awareness, preparing them to manage confined space challenges safely and efficiently.
Opt for our Confined Space Entry Training to significantly boost safety and competency in your workplace. It’s a vital investment in creating a safer, more capable team.
Training outcomes
Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment, which is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This training is nationally recognised:
- RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces
- MSMPER205 Enter confined space
- MSMPER202 Observe permit work
- MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued work permit
The RTO responsible under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 for the quality of the training and assessment being delivered in this course and for the issuance of all AQF certificates is:
Intrinsic Safety trading as Rescue Group Training
RTO No. 45803
Training content
Our detailed course outline ensures a thorough grasp of:
Confined Space Entry Planning and Preparation
- Common Types Of Confined Spaces
- Common Tasks Undertaken In Confined Spaces
- Confirming Work Requirements
- Pre-Entry Documentation Requirements
- Obtaining Authorisation To Enter Confined Spaces
- Collating Information To Apply For Permit
- Applying For A Work Permit
- Permit Authorisation Requirements
- Adherence To Allocated Permit Time Period
- Confirming Location And Scope Of Work
- Pre-Entry Checks
Confined Space Entry Safety and Risk Management
- Signage Requirements
- Barricading Requirements
- Confined Space Hazards
- Irrespirable Atmospheres
- Documents That Can Assist In Risk Control
- Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
- Isolation Processes
- Principles Of Safe Manual Handling
- Intrinsically Safe Equipment
- Safety Data Sheet Information
- Limitations Of Breathing Apparatus
- Preventing Unauthorised Entry
- Risk Controls In Place Prior To Entry
- Dynamic Risk Assessment
- Maintaining Awareness Of Hazards External To Space
- Actions On Identifying New Hazards
- Variances In Permit Conditions
- Common Permit Maintenance Non-Compliances
Confined Space Entry Equipment and Monitoring
- Gas Detector Pre-Use Checks
- Gas Detector Calibration
- Gas Detector Bump Test / Challenge Test
- Conducting A Pre-Entry Atmospheric Test
- Atmospheric Monitoring During Entry
- Equipment Used In Confined Space Tasks
- Equipment Capabilities And Limitations
- Accounting For Tools And Equipment
- Inspecting Equipment After Use
- User Servicing Of Equipment
- Faulty Or Damaged Equipment Procedure
Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Confined Space Rescue Plan
- Contents Of Confined Space Rescue Plan
- Location Of Rescue Equipment
- Rescue Equipment Checks Prior To Entry
- Confined Space Rescue Plan Rehearsal
- Actions Of Standby In An Emergency
- Maintaining Communications And Entrants
- Safety Observer / Spotter / Standby Role
- Safety Observer Communication Requirements
- Safety Observer Handover Brief
Confined Space Entry Compliance and Documentation
- Compliance With Permit To Work Requirements
- Ensuring Specified Preparations Completed
- Obtaining Extensions To Permit Time
- Permit Revalidation Or Re-Issue
- Exiting A Confined Space
- Removing Isolations Safely
- Removal Of Personal Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO)
- Finalising The Confined Space Permit
- Removing Barricading And Signage
- End Of Day Status Report
- Record Keeping Requirements
- Injury Reporting
- Documentation To Finalise Task
- Housekeeping Requirements
- Monitoring Conditions During Entry
- How Often Do Conditions Need Monitoring
Assessment
We provide a well-rounded assessment process that encompasses both practical tasks and scenarios, as well as written theory assessments, throughout the training. This comprehensive approach ensures a thorough evaluation of your skills and knowledge, allowing you to demonstrate your competency in real-world application and theoretical understanding.
Specific assessment tasks to be undertaken include:
- Conduct Confined Space Pre-Entry Evaluation – Practical
- Complete Confined Space Risk Assessment – Practical
- Participate in the Development of a Confined Space Rescue Plan – Practical
- Enter and Work in a Confined Space – Practical
- Perform the Role of Confined Space Standby Person – Practical
Training mode/duration
Course Duration & Modes
- Face to Face Training: 8-hour intensive, hands-on session.
- Blended/Refresher Training: Mix of online pre-learning and 5-hour practical session, ideal for skill updates.
Each format is tailored to different learning styles and schedules, ensuring effective and efficient Confined Space Entry Training.
Location
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at a facility organised by Rescue Group Training.
Confined Space Entry Training
Industry Specific Confined Space Entry Training
We recognise that each industry presents its own unique challenges and requirements when it comes to confined space work. Here’s how our Confined Space Entry Training is customised to meet those distinct demands:
Construction and Building Maintenance:
Designed for workers who frequently encounter manholes, sewers, boilers, and silos, our training emphasises practical skills and safety protocols specific to these environments.
Oil and Gas Industry:
Our course addresses the unique challenges of working in storage tanks, pipelines, and other confined spaces that may contain hazardous gases, making it essential for safety in the oil and gas sector.
Food Manufacturing:
For the food manufacturing sector, our training highlights safety in confined spaces like processing tanks, mixers, and storage silos, with a focus on hygiene, contamination risks, and industry-specific hazards.
Maritime Industry:
We offer specialised training for shipyard workers dealing with confined spaces like tanks, compartments, and cargo holds, ensuring safety in the maritime industry.
Utilities (Water and Sewerage Services):
Our training is designed for professionals in the utilities sector, focusing on safe entry and operations in tunnels, pipelines, and storage tanks.
Chemical Manufacturing:
Addressing the unique needs of chemical manufacturing, our course focuses on safety in reactors, storage tanks, and other confined spaces with hazardous substances.
Emergency Services:
Our training equips firefighters and rescue personnel with the essential skills to safely navigate and conduct rescues in confined spaces.
Agriculture:
Tailored for the agricultural sector, our course focuses on safety in grain silos and storage bins, addressing risks like grain entrapment and toxic atmospheres.
Aviation Industry:
We provide specific training for aviation maintenance personnel working in confined areas like fuel tanks.
Our Confined Space Entry Training is more than just a course—it’s a comprehensive safety solution, adaptable to the unique demands of your industry. Enrol now and equip your team with the essential skills and knowledge to safely work in confined spaces, no matter your sector.
More information
Entry requirements:
- Pre-Course Study: Depending on the course mode, online pre-course work may be required before the face-to-face session.
- Online Study Requirements: A computer, smartphone, tablet, or similar device with internet access is needed for online or pre-course studies.
Course Fees
- Group Bookings Only: Currently, we’re focusing on group training sessions. Individual course bookings are not available at this time.
Refunds & Fee Protection - Your Guide to Policies: For detailed information on refunds and fee protection, please consult our Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook.
Payment Information - Group Bookings: Custom payment solutions for every team. We’ll work with you to set up terms that align with your needs and ours.
For comprehensive details on your rights and responsibilities, including our complaints and appeals process, kindly refer to the Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook on our website.
We’re committed to fostering an enriching learning environment. Key to this is understanding your Language, Literacy, Numeracy (LLN), and Digital Literacy skills, essential for your course success.
LLN Evaluation Verification
- Assessing Your Needs: Check if you need an LLN Evaluation based on your prior qualifications through our LLN Evaluation Verification Form.
Digital Literacy Checklist
- Embracing Technology: Complete our Pre-Enrolment Digital Literacy Checklist to help us tailor our support to enhance your digital skills.
Formal LLN Evaluation
- Tailored Support: If required, you can complete our Formal LLN Evaluation online, helping us understand your skill levels for personalised support.
These tools ensure you start your course with all the support you need for a successful learning journey. For any questions or extra assistance, feel free to contact our support team.
Intrinsic Safety Pty Ltd (RTO 45803) offers a detailed pre-enrolment participant handbook for those interested in our programs. This handbook helps you understand your rights when you enrol with us.
We advise you to read and understand the handbook thoroughly before enrolling in any nationally accredited training program offered by Intrinsic Safety Pty Ltd. This ensures you are well-informed about the enrolment process and the program details.
If there is anything in the handbook where you require further clarification, please do not hesitate to call Intrinsic Safety on 1300 990 336 and one of our friendly team members will be more than happy to assist you.