Course Content:
- Introduction to general Health and Safety Specific confined space legislation
- Interpretation of a safe system of work
- Permit to work system and tool box talks
- Use of a gas monitor
- Use of P.P.E (personal protective equipment)
- Inspection of escape breathing apparatus
- Practical entry into a high risk confined space
- Use of escape breathing apparatus
- Entry/exit using SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus)
Delegate Requirements:
- Delegates must provide authentic traceable photographic ID e.g., travel passport or UK driving licence. A photograph will be taken by the course instructor as an electronic copy for the ECITB.
- Delegates must wear appropriate clothing to cover limbs and safety boots for the practical element.
- Delegates must be at least 18 years old and have appropriate fitness to be able to participate in a practical activity.
- Delegates must be clean shaven to participate in breathing apparatus practical training.
- Delegates must have strong enough eye sight to read oxygen gauges through breathing apparatus without the use of spectacles.
- All courses are delivered in English and delegates must have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Delegates who cannot meet this requirement please contact the course instructor as you will not be able to continue the course.