Confined Spaces

Course Details

Nationally Recognised unit of competency

RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces

Course duration

6-7 hours (experience, competency and class size dependent), maximum of 12 persons per class

Location

Onsite or offsite, statewide

Price

$250.00 per person (GST exempt)

Please enquire about group booking rates and discounts

Partially funded by Keystone if eligible

CPD points

6

Prerequisites

Must be 16 years of age and possess good language, literacy and numeracy skills

What to bring on the day

USI number (Unique Student Identifier)

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Photo ID must be provided on the first day of training

 

Biscuits, tea, coffee and drinks are provided. There are many takeaway food options nearby or feel free to bring your own lunch

 

PPE requirements – Safety boots, long pants and Hi Vis short/long sleeve shirt

Course outline

 

  • WHS Act 2012, Regulations, COP, A/S
  • Risk assessment, SWMS, JSA’s
  • Hierarchy of control
  • Confined space hazards
  • Roll of the CS entrant/standby person
  • Gas generation and introduction to gas detection
  • Permits
  • Rescue techniques
  • Plan and prepare for working in confined space
  • Work in confined space
  • Exit confined space
  • Clean up

 

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enter and work in confined spaces in the resources and infrastructure industries.

It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.

Provider Of Training And Assessment

The Statement of Attainment is issued by AOTA RTO #91463.