Course code:
Duration: 2 days
Trainees per class: 8
Certificate validity: 3 years
1. Course Overview
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills required to work safely in confined spaces where oxygen deficiency or hazardous atmospheres may be present, particularly when using personal breathing apparatus. It focuses on hazard identification, workplace condition assessment, risk control and the implementation of safety measures before, during and after work.
2. Target Participants
Workers performing tasks in confined spaces.
Personnel using personal breathing apparatus during work.
Work supervisors, attendants and safety personnel.
Personnel involved in emergency response and confined space rescue.
3. Course Outline
Identification of confined spaces and common hazards.
Risks associated with oxygen deficiency, toxic gases, flammable atmospheres and other hazardous conditions.
Risk assessment and verification of safe conditions before entry.
Permit to Work procedures and safety control measures.
Gas testing, atmospheric monitoring and use of gas detectors.
Types, components and operating principles of personal breathing apparatus.
Pre-use inspection, donning, doffing and proper use of breathing apparatus.
Roles and responsibilities of entrants, attendants and supervisors.
Maintaining communication, monitoring and control during work.
Recognizing emergencies, stopping work and implementing emergency response arrangements.
Practical exercises involving confined space work with personal breathing apparatus.
4. Course Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to identify confined space hazards, verify workplace conditions, conduct gas testing and use personal breathing apparatus in accordance with established procedures. Participants will also understand the responsibilities of relevant personnel and apply preventive measures, maintain communication and respond appropriately to abnormal situations.
5. Training Method
The course combines classroom instruction and practical exercises, focusing on workplace condition assessment, gas testing, inspection of personal breathing apparatus and safety scenarios involving confined space work.
6. Duration and Certification
Course duration, assessment and certification are subject to the applicable training program and the requirements of the training provider.
7. Course Registration
Please contact TTAT&BVMT – SEPD for information on the training program, schedule and course arrangements.
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