The purpose of this unit of competency is to alert maintenance workers, construction workers or those in the maritime industry of the dangers of woring in on or near a confined space and where the worker;
– is likely to enter a confined space,
– is intending to enter a confined space
– inadvertently enters a confined space
– is operating as a standby for entry persons

Candidates will be empowered by this course and be equipped with skills and knowledge to undertake many facets of work involving confined spaces.
As a result of this program, candidates will be able to:
– access, interpret and apply technical and safety information for entering and working in confined spaces
– assess hazards and risk associated with entering and working in confined spaces and implementing controls
– select, inspect, donn, doff and caring for PPE
– identify the most appropriate safety systems for entering and conduct work in confined spaces
– perform a simulated safe entry into a confined space