COURSE OBJECTIVE A two-day in-depth course which provides a greater understanding of the basic awareness and knowledge modules together with instruction in the use of self-contained breathing apparatus and a range of rescue equipment including practical rescue exercises:
To correctly identify hazards and assess associated risks;
Identify the operation and care of Enclosed space equipment and demonstrate practical entry skills;
Demonstrate operation and care of Enclosed space entrance and rescue equipment through the performance of practice rescues.
COURSE CONTENTS Confined/Enclosed Space Entry & Rescue Training course covers the following topics:
Legislative Requirements;
Recognition of Enclosed Spaces;
Ventilation;
Proper gas detection equipment and methods;
Personal Protective Equipment;
Hazard Control;
Atmospheric testing;
Rescue equipment and techniques;
Line Management;
Respiratory Protection;
Patient medical concerns;
Anchoring;
Enclosed Space Permits;
Equipment selection, care and maintenance;
Roles and responsibilities;
Vertical/Horizontal Entry;
Organization and command of a confined space rescue team;
Rescue preplanning;
Use of gas detection;
Safe access and egress;
Use of emergency escape sets;
Use of self-contained breathing apparatus;
Emergency scenarios.
DELEGATE PREREQUISITES Trainees wishing to enter this course should be medically fit and capable of fully participating. Trainees must also provide valid photographic ID such as a Passport or ID card. Trainees must be 18 years old or over.
COURSE LIMITATIONS The maximum number of delegates attending this program is 8.
DURATION OF THE TRAINING COURSE The duration of the Confined/Enclosed Space Entry & Rescue Training Course is 2 working days.