Course Details

Entering the Unknown Safely: Confined Space Entry & Rescue Training course

INTRODUCTION

Confined spaces, despite their seemingly innocuous nature, present significant and often life-threatening hazards. This comprehensive training course equips professionals with the essential knowledge and practical skills to safely enter, work in, and, if necessary, rescue individuals from confined spaces. By understanding the inherent risks, implementing meticulous procedures, and mastering rescue techniques, organizations can prevent tragic incidents and ensure the well-being of their personnel.

Furthermore, this confined space entry & rescue training course provides in-depth instruction on the principles and techniques of confined space rescue. Participants will learn to differentiate between non-entry and entry rescue strategies, understanding the hazards faced by rescuers and the necessity of meticulous planning. Practical skills in utilizing retrieval systems for non-entry rescues and performing safe entry rescues using specialized equipment such as tripods, winches, and ropes will be developed through hands-on exercises. The training culminates in understanding the development and execution of comprehensive emergency response plans tailored to confined space incidents, ensuring participants are prepared to act swiftly and effectively in critical situations.

DURATION

5 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is designed for individuals who are required to enter, work in, supervise, or perform rescue operations in confined spaces. This includes:

• Safety Officers and HSE Professionals
• Supervisors and Team Leaders
• Entry Personnel
• Attendants
• Rescue Team Members
• Emergency Responders
• Maintenance Personnel
• Engineers
• Anyone who may be involved in confined space operations.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the Definition and Hazards Associated with Confined Spaces: Recognize the characteristics of confined spaces and the potential atmospheric, physical, and other hazards they pose.
• Identify and Classify Confined Spaces: Learn to differentiate between permit-required and non-permit confined spaces and understand the implications.
• Develop and Implement a Comprehensive Confined Space Entry Program: Understand the essential elements of a safe entry program, including permits, roles, and responsibilities.
• Master Safe Entry Procedures and Work Practices: Learn the step-by-step procedures for safe entry, including atmospheric testing, ventilation, and communication.
• Utilize and Maintain Confined Space Entry Equipment: Become proficient in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), atmospheric monitoring devices, and ventilation equipment.
• Understand the Principles of Confined Space Rescue: Learn about different rescue strategies, potential hazards to rescuers, and the importance of planning.
• Perform Non-Entry and Entry Rescue Techniques: Acquire practical skills in utilizing retrieval systems and performing safe entry rescues.
• Develop and Implement Emergency Response Plans for Confined Space Incidents: Understand the requirements for a comprehensive emergency action plan.

COURSE MODULES

Module 1: Understanding Confined Spaces and Their Hazards

• Defining Confined Spaces: Characteristics and examples across various industries.
• Identifying Potential Hazards in Confined Spaces: Atmospheric (oxygen deficiency, toxic gases, flammables), Physical (engulfment, entrapment), and Other (electrical, temperature).
• Case Studies of Confined Space Incidents and Lessons Learned.
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements for Confined Space Entry (e.g., OSHA).
• The Importance of a Comprehensive Confined Space Program.

Module 2: Identifying and Classifying Confined Spaces

• Defining Permit-Required Confined Spaces: Criteria and implications.
• Identifying Non-Permit Confined Spaces and Associated Precautions.
• Conducting Hazard Assessments to Determine Confined Space Classification.
• Proper Labeling and Signage for Confined Spaces.
• Re-evaluating Confined Space Classification Based on Changes in Conditions.

Module 3: Developing a Confined Space Entry Program

• Key Elements of a Written Confined Space Entry Program.
• Roles and Responsibilities: Entrant, Attendant, Entry Supervisor.
• Developing and Implementing Entry Permits: Content, authorization, and duration.
• Hazard Assessment and Control Measures for Specific Confined Spaces.
• Training Requirements for Confined Space Personnel.

Module 4: Safe Entry Procedures and Work Practices

• Pre-Entry Briefings and Communication.
• Atmospheric Testing: Equipment, calibration, and interpretation of results.
• Ventilation Techniques: Natural and mechanical ventilation.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) of Hazardous Energy Sources.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Confined Space Entry.

Module 5: Confined Space Entry Equipment

• Understanding and Using Atmospheric Monitoring Equipment: Multi-gas meters, calibration procedures.
• Selecting and Using Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Confined Space Work.
• Ventilation Equipment: Blowers, exhausters, and ducting.
• Communication Systems for Confined Space Entry.
• Retrieval Systems and Harnesses for Non-Entry Rescue.

Module 6: Principles of Confined Space Rescue

• Understanding the Urgency and Complexity of Confined Space Rescue.
• Identifying Potential Hazards to Rescuers.
• Developing Rescue Strategies: Non-Entry vs. Entry Rescue.
• Importance of Pre-Planning and Rescue Team Training.
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements for Confined Space Rescue.

Module 7: Confined Space Rescue Techniques

• Non-Entry Rescue Techniques: Utilizing retrieval systems, lifelines, and harnesses.
• Entry Rescue Techniques: Safe entry procedures for rescue personnel.
• Use of Specialized Rescue Equipment: Tripods, winches, ropes, and litters.
• Packaging and Extrication of Victims from Confined Spaces.
• Practicing Realistic Confined Space Rescue Scenarios.

Module 8: Emergency Response Planning for Confined Space Incidents

• Developing a Comprehensive Confined Space Emergency Action Plan.
• Establishing Communication Protocols for Emergencies.
• Coordinating with Internal and External Emergency Responders.
• First Aid and Medical Considerations for Confined Space Incidents.
• Post-Incident Review and Lessons Learned.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com