A confined space is described as an enclosed or partially enclosed space such as storage tanks, pressure vessels, pipes, boilers and sewers.
This confined space training safety unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to safely enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles undertaking work in confined spaces.
Gas Test Atmospheres:
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to test the working atmosphere, using electronic test apparatus, to find out if it is safe for the proposed work.
It applies to situations where an individual may be required to carry out gas testing of an atmosphere prior to entering a specific area or workspace. The competency requires the person to interpret readings and take actions based on the interpretation.
Working environment may be hazardous, unpredictable, subject to time pressure, chaotic and expose responders to risk, on land or water, by day or night. Workplace atmospheres may include visible and invisible hazards and hazardous surfaces.
The unit is suitable for use in the following situations:
confined spaces
enclosed and partially enclosed spaces
hot work
storage tanks, silos, pits, pipes, shafts, ducts, transport vehicles and ships
testing as part of issuing a work permit
monitoring as part of working under a work permit
open areas
holding the gas tester by hand
lowering the gas tester into a space, e.g. on a line
Work in accordance with an issued permit:
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to work in accordance with an issued permit. It aims to ensure that people working under a permit to work understand the system, know the limitations of the permit under which they are working and comply with all the requirements of the permit.
This unit of competency applies to persons who are required to conduct work activities under the authority of an issued permit to work and within the context and requirements of that permit. This typically applies to all work done by maintenance staff and contractors and also to any other non-process work performed on the plant.
With successful completion of the training & assessment, applicants will be issued with a Statement of Attainment (SOA) and wallet-sized plastic competency card for:
RIIWHS202D Enter and work in confined spaces
MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit
More course information
Confined Space Entry:
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures
demonstrates completion of entering and working in confined spaces that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
obtain appropriate entry permit and instructions for performing work in confined space
interpreting and applying safe work method statements
apply tagging and lock out
selecting, wearing and caring for personal protective equipment applicable to all tasks and environment identified
entering the confined space
using atmospheric monitoring devices prior to entering the confined space
working in the confined space
using atmospheric monitoring devices during confined space activity
applying safe materials handling methods
exiting the confined space
remove tagging and lock out
Gas Test Atmospheres:
This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.
Course Topics:
OHS and legislative obligations
Identify work requirements
Identify work procedures and instructions
Plan and prepare for working in confined space
Prepare for gas testing
Work in confined space
Test gas
Exit confined space
Maintain equipment
Access and install equipment
Clean up work area
Work in accordance with an issued permit:
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to work in accordance with an issued permit. It aims to ensure that people working under a permit to work understand the system, know the limitations of the permit under which they are working and comply with all the requirements of the permit.
This unit of competency applies to persons who are required to conduct work activities under the authority of an issued permit to work and within the context and requirements of that permit. This typically applies to all work done by maintenance staff and contractors and also to any other non-process work performed on the plant.
*Except where required by the state safe work regulator
Training Requirements & What To Bring
High Risk Work Licence assessments can only be undertaken at the age of 18 years or over
PPE must be worn by students attending the course on all occasions. This includes steel cap boots, long pants, long sleeves, (high vis shirt if possible otherwise long sleeves with a high vis vest) and a safety hard hat. For dogging, rigging & scaffolding courses, students are required to bring gloves and safety glasses.
Applicants will be required to have a basic knowledge and understanding of the English language
Please bring the following to your course:
Current High Risk Work Licence (if applicable)
Photo ID i.e. Queensland or Interstate Driver’s Licence or Passport
Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required prior to course commencement – please bring USI number to course
Logbooks, Statements of Attainment or other training records (if applicable)
WH&S More Skills will provide all general training equipment i.e. notes, logbooks and training plans, calculators and pens. For dogging and rigging courses. whistles will also be supplied
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