ECITB Confined Space Entry Medium Risk

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Course Overview

To be able to have understanding of the following: Knowledge of legal requirements. Knowledge of confined space working practices. Preparation requirements of working in confined spaces. Confined space entry and exit procedures. Working safely in confined spaces including PPE and equipment. Confined space emergency procedures. Self Rescue Equipment. Self Rescue Procedures.

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Course Content

• Relevant Legislation and Guidelines


• Classification of Confined Spaces


• Confined Space Hazards (including Oxygen Deficiency and Enrichment)


• Safe Working Procedures (including use of Confined Space Entry Permits/ Gas Monitoring and Atmospheric Testing/ Ventilation/ Communication methods)


• Equipment and Tools (including use of Gas Testers)


• Working in Teams (including Standby Persons/ Entrants/ Emergency Teams)


• Practical Exercise - Prepare to enter and work safely in medium risk confined spaces


• Practical Exercise - Enter and exit confined spaces safely


• Procedures for dealing with emergencies (including need for rescue plans)


• Preparing and Using Escape Breathing Apparatus (10 minute Escape Sets)


• Practical Exercise - Preparing and Using Escape Breathing Apparatus (10 minute Escape Sets)


• Practical Exercise - Emergency Exit from Confined Space


• Knowledge Assessment

Assessment of the Learning Outcomes as per the ECITB standard will be assessed via a written question paper and via observation. Delegates will be awarded an ECITB approved certificate which is valid for 3 years once they successfully pass the knowledge assessment and practical assessment. Course can be delivered at both Teesside and Aberdeen training centres.

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Who Should Attend?

For people working in confined spaces that may contain vapour or fume hazards, such as tanks and containers that have been well drained and ventilated and requires emergency breathing apparatus to be carried.