Confined Space Rescue

DESCRIPTION

Confined Space Rescue Course is a comprehensive, one day course designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to understand rescue procedures,  prompt rescue and safe evacuation from any confined space, such manholes, shafts, chambers, excavations, duct systems, tanks etc.

INTENDED FOR

Line Managers, Supervisors and Individuals involved in designing, developing and managing rescue procedures for a confined space work activity.

AIMS / OBJECTIVES

Course is designed for staff members who are appointed as Manager, Supervisors and Manhole watchers. Delegates will learn the basic concept of confined space entry exit procedures and gas testing requirements for their premises, various type of rescue apparatus and rescue methods.

• Understand current local legislation regarding confined space
• Recognizing types of confined spaces and their associated hazards
• Implement rescue procedures to reduce potential risk
• The safe use and maintenance of working breathing apparatus (BA)

COURSE CONTENTS

• Introduction
• Definitions and types of confined spaces
• PTW Requirements, Legal Standards
• Various Hazards within the Confined Space
• H2S
• The Oxygen deficient atmosphere
• The Oxygen enriched atmosphere
• Carbon monoxide
• Flammable atmospheres, Toxic atmospheres
• Testing the atmosphere
• Ventilation
• Confined Space entry preparation
• Emergency Rescue apparatus
• Rescue arrangements and summon techniques
• Difference of rescuer and would be rescuer
• Standby/Rescue
• Practical session (Providing physical rescue (dummy), use of rescue apparatus)

LEARNING METHODOLOGY

There will be a dynamic blend of the following:

• Facilitator-led Presentations (In person)
• Syndicate/group Work
• Individual Action Plans
• Skill Building Exercises

Application Activities & Role Plays

DURATION

ONE DAY

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Practical and theoretical assessment to evaluate the familiarity of the candidates with the requirements/ procedures.