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Confined Space Entry Course | Nationally Recognised | Sydney & NSW
Confined Space Entry Course 🏅
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Practical face-to-face delivery. Theory and practical assessment included.
- Duration: 1 Day
- Certification: Statement of Attainment
- Prerequisite: None
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Here's what to expect from the Confined Space Entry course
Who Should Attend
Workers, contractors, supervisors and maintenance personnel required to enter or work in confined spaces across construction, manufacturing, utilities, water, sewer and industrial workplaces.
Certificate Issued
Nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the units of competency completed.
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Delivered onsite at your workplace across Sydney and NSW. Contact us for group pricing and scheduling.
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Confined spaces present some of the highest-risk work environments in Australian workplaces. Workers entering tanks, pits, vessels, shafts, silos, sewers, pipelines, crawl spaces and other confined spaces may be exposed to hazardous atmospheres, engulfment hazards, oxygen deficiency, restricted access and other potentially life-threatening risks.
This Confined Space Entry Course provides participants with the practical skills and knowledge required to safely enter, work in and exit confined spaces in accordance with workplace procedures, permit systems and Australian Standards. Participants learn how to identify confined space hazards, conduct hazard analysis, apply risk controls, work under permit systems and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
The course covers confined space legislation and standards, permit-to-work systems, hazard identification, atmospheric testing requirements, isolation procedures, risk assessment, confined space entry requirements, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response procedures and safe work practices.
Practical training includes the use of gas detection equipment, confined space entry equipment, permit systems and workplace-based scenarios to ensure participants can apply their knowledge in real-world environments.
This training is suitable for workers, contractors, supervisors and maintenance personnel who are required to enter or work in confined spaces across industries including construction, manufacturing, utilities, water, sewer, mining, infrastructure, transport and facilities management.
Units of Competency:
Option 1: MSMPER200 + MSMPER205 + MSMWHS201 — General Industry, Utilities, Manufacturing, Water, Sewer and Facilities Management
Option 2: RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces — Construction, Civil, Infrastructure and Resources
What You'll Learn
- Understand the legal definition of a confined space and identify common confined spaces found in the workplace.
- Recognise the hazards associated with confined space entry, including hazardous atmospheres, oxygen deficiency, engulfment and restricted access.
- Conduct hazard identification and hazard analysis prior to entering a confined space.
- Apply risk assessment principles and implement appropriate control measures.
- Understand the requirements of permit-to-work systems and work in accordance with issued permits.
- Interpret confined space entry permits and ensure permit conditions are met before entry.
- Identify isolation requirements including lockout, tagout and energy isolation procedures.
- Use atmospheric monitoring and gas detection equipment to assess confined space conditions.
- Select, inspect and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.
- Apply safe entry, work and exit procedures for confined spaces.
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of entrants, standby persons, supervisors and permit issuers.
- Follow workplace procedures for confined space communication and monitoring.
- Identify emergency situations and understand confined space rescue and emergency response requirements.
- Complete confined space work activities in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to a safe work environment by applying best practice confined space entry and risk management principles.
What You'll Learn
Option 1 — General Industry, Utilities, Manufacturing, Water, Sewer and Facilities Management
- MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit
- MSMPER205 Enter confined space
- MSMWHS201 Conduct hazard analysis
Option 2 — Construction, Civil, Infrastructure and Resources
- RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces
Contact us to confirm which option is appropriate for your industry and workplace requirements.
ID REQUIREMENTS
There is no prerequisite for this course. The course is open to all workers who are required to enter or work in confined spaces.
Participants must provide photo identification on the day of training. Acceptable forms of photo ID include a current driver’s licence, passport or government-issued photo identification card.
As this is a nationally recognised course, participants must provide their USI (Unique Student Identifier) prior to or on the day of training. If you do not have a USI, you can create one at usi.gov.au.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Confined Space Entry course.
What is a confined space?
A confined space is an enclosed or partially enclosed area that is not designed for continuous occupancy and may contain hazards such as toxic atmospheres, oxygen deficiency, flammable gases or restricted means of entry and exit. Examples include tanks, pits, vessels, silos, sewers, pipelines and underground vaults.
Who needs confined space training?
Confined space training is required for workers, contractors, supervisors and maintenance personnel who enter, work in, supervise or support confined space activities. This includes workers in construction, manufacturing, utilities, water treatment, sewer, infrastructure and industrial workplaces.
What does the confined space course cover?
The course covers confined space legislation, permit-to-work systems, hazard identification, risk assessment, atmospheric testing, isolation procedures, confined space entry requirements, gas monitoring, emergency procedures and safe work practices.
What is a confined space entry permit?
A confined space entry permit is a formal authorisation that confirms hazards have been identified, controls have been implemented and entry conditions have been met before workers enter a confined space. Participants learn how to work in accordance with permit requirements during the course.
What is atmospheric testing in a confined space?
Atmospheric testing is the process of checking the air within a confined space for hazards such as oxygen deficiency, toxic gases and flammable atmospheres. Testing must be conducted before entry and, where required, continuously monitored while work is being performed.
What is a hazard analysis?
A hazard analysis is a structured process used to identify hazards, assess risks and determine appropriate controls before work commences. It may take the form of a Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) or similar workplace risk assessment process.
What is the difference between a confined space and a restricted space?
A confined space is an enclosed or partially enclosed area that is not designed or intended primarily for human occupancy and presents actual or potential health and safety risks including hazardous atmospheres, oxygen deficiency, engulfment hazards or restricted means of entry and exit.
A restricted space is an area where access or movement may be difficult due to size, configuration or location, but it does not necessarily meet the legal definition of a confined space. Examples may include ceiling spaces, roof voids, underfloor areas, crawl spaces and service ducts.
Workers should never assume that a restricted space is a confined space, or vice versa. A suitable risk assessment should always be conducted to determine whether the area meets the definition of a confined space and whether confined space entry procedures are required.
Is a roof cavity a confined space?
Not necessarily. A roof cavity may be considered a restricted space due to difficult access, heat, electrical hazards or limited movement. However, it does not automatically meet the definition of a confined space. A risk assessment should be conducted to determine the hazards present.
Do I need a confined space ticket to enter a confined space?
Most workplaces require workers to hold nationally recognised confined space training before entering a confined space. Training helps ensure workers understand the hazards, controls and permit requirements associated with confined space work.
How long is the confined space course?
Most confined space entry courses are delivered over one day and include both theory and practical assessment activities. Course duration may vary depending on the units of competency being delivered and workplace requirements. Contact us on (02) 9635 4444 for scheduling.
Is confined space training nationally recognised?
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the training and assessment requirements receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the units completed.
How often should confined space training be refreshed?
While nationally recognised units do not expire, many employers, principal contractors and site operators require refresher training or verification of competency every two to three years to maintain workplace compliance and competency.
What certificate will I receive?
Participants who successfully complete the course receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the applicable units of competency completed during the training.