Confined Space Entry Procedures with Escape Breathing Apparatus and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

Introduction

This course is for managers, supervisors, engineers and staff who may need to undertake Confined Space entry and rescue procedures in confined spaces such as Drains, Pits, Manholes, Chambers, Tanks etc..

Persons attending this course should have received and passed a breathing apparatus users medical examination prior to attendance and be physically fit as a Confined Space entry will be made.

Objectives

The following course covers practical exercises in the use of escape breathing apparatus and self contained breathing apparatus under the control and supervision of an instructor.

The Course Covers

• Overview of current legal requirements and pending Confined Space Regulations
• Safe systems of work/Permit to enter
• Definition of a confined space and associated hazards
• Confined Space Entry Procedure
• Gas detection equipment
• Personal protective equipment and hygiene
• COSHH
• Escape Breathing Apparatus and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Communications and Manning levels
• Pre-user checks & use of Escape Breathing Apparatus
• Pre-user checks & use of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Pre-user checks of Rescue Harness: Tripod & Winch
• Practical use of Tripod & Winch
• Practical exercise Entering a Confined Space
• Maintenance checks - Weekly/Monthly on PPE
• Emergency & Rescue Procedures
• Practical exercise covering Escape Breathing Apparatus and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus sets
• Awareness of Resuscitation equipment & application
• Course Review and Assessments

Course Duration

Two days

Course Certification

A certificate of attendance will be issued on satisfactory completion of practical tests and assessments.

We can run this course onsite, or we have dates for similar OPEN COURSES.

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