City and Guilds Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces (6160-01)

Course Summary

City and Guild’s Level 1 Award in Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces Course equips candidates with the necessary skills and knowledge to work safely in low risk confined spaces. Learners will gain an understanding of the procedures and equipment required to perform their daily tasks safely, in line with industry standards.

Who Attends

This unit is for anyone working in a low-risk environment and includes preparing to enter and work safely, entering and exiting confined spaces safely, using equipment and tools, following procedures, and dealing with emergencies. The course can only be taken in English. Translators are not allowed under the CandG exam condition rules.

The Aim

The aim of this unit is to reflect the national occupational standard for a low risk related confined space environment

Knowledge

At the end of the training course delegates should know:The dangers associated with confined space working.How to risk assess a confined space.How to classify a confined space.Different types of escape breathing apparatus.How to undertake pre-entry checks on equipment.Correct and safe use of atmospheric monitoring equipment. The necessary manning levels.Why there is a need for periodic examinations of equipment.The emergency procedures when working in a confined space

Course content

At the end of the training course delegates should be able to:Show an understanding of current legislation.Recognise and classify a confined space. Produce Safe Systems of Work for entry into confined spaces.Correct and safe use of atmospheric monitoring equipment. Recognise diseases and understand the necessary personal hygiene requirements associated with confined spaces.

Methods

A high proportion of practical exercises, including confined space entry, which will be supplemented with classroom-based tutorials.Assessment: Practical observation and a short answer question paper.Additional Information:Candidates should inform their trainer if they have any serious health issues, physical problems, special considerations or are taking any medication, which may create difficulties in undertaking elements of this training course.This course is of a physical nature

Duration: 

1 Day