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Course Code: CS2

Course Duration: 2 Days

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Who Should Attend?

Managers, Supervisors, Engineers, Operatives.

Aim

To provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the dangers of confined spaces. To enable delegates to enter, work and leave confined spaces including a vertical shaft, using escape sets and full working breathing apparatus. To training delegates in rescue techniques using breathing apparatus.

Content

• Current legislation.
• Recognition of confined spaces.
• Dangers associated with these areas including video film.
• Human respiratory system.
• Appreciation of different types of atmospheres.
• Use of gas detection equipment in hazardous atmospheres.
• Use of personal protective equipment, i.e. ropes, harnesses and man riding hoists.
• Use of escape breathing apparatus.
• Different types of full working breathing apparatus and ancillary equipment.
• Pre-entry checks on equipment.
• Safe Systems of Work for entry into confined spaces.
• Methods of communication.
• Manning levels.
• Emergency procedures and rescue techniques.
• Practical exercises and wearing sessions.
• Practical use of escape set and full working breathing apparatus.
• Vertical entry and egress using a tripod and winch.
• Diseases and personal hygiene associated with confined spaces.
• Awareness of resuscitation equipment.
• Awareness of the need for periodic examinations of equipment.
• Course assessment (theory and practical).

Training Methods

Lectures, videos, overhead projection, demonstrations and practical exercises, handouts and written assessment.

Number of Delegates

6 maximum.

Suggested Follow Up Courses

The Use of Airline Breathing Apparatus, Basic Emergency First Aid, CPR and Oxygen Resuscitation Techniques.

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