Who is this course for?

These units is for those working in a high risk environment and includes preparing to work safely, entering and exiting high risk confined spaces safely, using equipment and tools safely, following procedures and dealing with emergencies and as the entry controller/top person who controls entry and arrangements for confined spaces without entering them. It includes the duties of an entry controller, pre-entry procedures, entry into and exit from the confined space, maintaining communications and initiating and controlling emergency procedures.

Aims and Objectives 

The aim of this unit is to reflect the national occupational standard for a high risk related confined space environment.

This unit covers both water and non-water industry areas:

Water: this may include working with potable water, sewage treatment processes, drain and sewer cleaning operations or where the operative is working in or near water or where a confined space is subject to surface water flooding

Non-water: this may include pharmaceutical, petrochemical, asbestos removal, vehicle manufacture and servicing, aeronautical, construction, communications, power, utilities, gas, electrical and mechanical engineering, and some elements of work operations in mines, quarries and tunneling.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

4 days (32 hours) 6160-03 (24 hours) & 6160-04 (8 hours)

Who is this Assessment Only route for?

The Assessment Only Route (two days) are for those working in a high risk and rescue environment, who require re-certification without undertaking the full 6160 courses.

As a delegate you need to provide evidence of competency and experience of working in a confined space alongwith your recently expired 6160-03 and 6160-08 certificates (within one month) and on the day,  delegate will complete a Self Audit Knowledge and Experience assessment paper.

The Assessment Only route allows delegate to demonstrate that they already meet all of the standards with the respective 6160 qualification without the need for any further training.

Aims and Objectives 

For each 6160 qualification, the aim of this Assessment Only route is as follows:

• one practical observation, assessed by the use of practical observation criteria
• one short answer theory test, assessed by either knowledge paper A or B

Both practical and theory need to be successfully passed to achieve the qualifications.

Assessment Only route Certification

Theory Test & Practical Assessment for each 6160 qualification

Duration

Day 1 – 6160-03 (8 hours)

Day 2 – 6160-08 (8 hours)

Who is this course for?

This course allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by those who need to work in high risk confined spaces. It also allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by those who need to work at high risk confined spaces but who are not required, or are unable, to enter and work in the confined space. Their role will involve acting as an entry controller (top person) on site for those entering the confined space.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

• This course is assessed using practical observations of skills and a multiple choice knowledge test
• Delegates must pass both in order to gain the qualification
• The practical assessment will take place in a controlled confined space environment that meets the Awarding Body criteria
• The multiple choice knowledge test will take place under controlled examination conditions

Duration

3 days (24 hours)

Who is this course for?

This unit is for anyone who enters and works specifically in confined spaces and accesses tunnels and shafts. It includes preparing to work safely in tunnels and shafts and how to deal with emergency situations using the correct equipment.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this unit is to assess the delegates ability to apply the skills and knowledge required for carrying out work activities in tunnels and shafts where there may be a reasonably foreseeable specified risk.

This unit also covers using tools and equipment safely and following safety procedures.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

1 day (7 hours)

Who is this course for?

This course is for those who work in a medium risk environment and includes preparing to work safely, entering and exiting medium risk confined spaces safely, using equipment and tools safely, following procedures and dealing with emergencies and also where their role involves acting as an entry controller (top person) only.

Aims 

This course allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by those who need to work in medium risk confined spaces. It also allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by those who need to work at medium risk confined spaces but who are not required, or are unable, to enter and work in the confined space. Their role will involve acting as an entry controller (top person) on site for those entering the confined space.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

• This course is assessed using practical observations of skills and a multiple choice knowledge test
• Delegates must pass both in order to gain the qualification
• The practical assessment will take place in a controlled confined space environment that meets the Awarding Body criteria
• The multiple choice knowledge test will take place under controlled examination conditions

Duration

2 days (16 hours)

Who is this course for?

This is a Rescue 2 designed and certificated course for those who work in and control a medium risk environment and includes preparing to work safely, entering and exiting medium risk confined spaces safely, overseeing entry and exit of confined spaces, using equipment and tools safely, following procedures and dealing with emergencies.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this course is to reflect the national occupational standard for a medium risk related confined space environment.

The course covers both water and non-water industry areas

Water: this may include working with potable water, sewage treatment processes, drain and sewer cleaning operations or where the operative is working in or near water or where a confined space is subject to surface water flooding

Non-water: this may include pharmaceutical, petrochemical, asbestos removal, vehicle manufacture and servicing, aeronautical, construction, communications, power, utilities, gas, electrical and mechanical engineering and some elements of work operations in mines, quarries and tunneling.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Rescue 2 Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

2 days (16 hours)

Who is this course for?

This unit is for the entry controller/top person who controls entry and arrangements for medium risk confined spaces and works within them. It includes the duties of an entry controller, pre-entry procedures, preparing to work safely, using equipment and tools safely, entry into and exit from the medium risk confined space, maintaining communications, and initiating and following emergency arrangements.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this unit is to reflect the national occupational standard for controlling entry and arrangements for working in a medium risk confined space environment.

This unit covers both water and non-water industry areas Water: this may include working with potable water, sewage treatment processes, drain and sewer cleaning operations or where the operative is working in or near water or where a confined space is subject to surface water flooding.

Non-water: this may include pharmaceutical, petrochemical, asbestos removal, vehicle manufacture and servicing, aeronautical, construction, communications, power, utilities, gas, electrical and mechanical engineering and some elements of work operations in mines, quarries and tunnelling.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

2 days (16 hours)

Levy

This course is eligible for CITB levy.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at anyone working in irrespirable environments where the use of working compressed air breathing apparatus is required for either short durations for specific tasks or prolonged working. This may include working with chemicals or gases, viral risks or dusts and particles as an example. The course is a refresher on existing skills and knowledge and offers the opportunity receive updated information.

Aim

This course is designed to meet the requirements for working safely using full respiratory protective equipment such as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and comply with current key legislation.

Learning Outcomes

To enable delegates to understand and effectively comply with the relevant legislation and regulations associated with breathing apparatus wearing including specific working policies and procedures relevant to generic wok activities and client specific activities. This includes:

Delivery Method

A combination of classroom based activity, syndicate working and Presentation/demonstrations, practical application and question and answer paper. A wide range of video and photographic material is used to enhance the learning experience for delegates.

Assessment and Certification

Continued assessment process with final written question paper leading to certification on successfully completing the course.

Duration

3 hours

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at anyone working in irrespirable environments where the use of working compressed air breathing apparatus is required for either short durations for specific tasks or prolonged working. This may include working with chemicals or gases, viral risks or dusts and particles as an example.

Aim

This course is designed to meet the requirements for working safely using full respiratory protective equipment such as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and comply with current key legislation.

Learning Outcomes

To enable delegates to understand and effectively comply with the relevant legislation and regulations associated with breathing apparatus wearing including specific working policies and procedures relevant to generic wok activities and client specific activities. This includes:

Delivery Method

A combination of classroom based activity, syndicate working and Presentation/demonstrations, practical application and question and answer paper. A wide range of video and photographic material is used to enhance the learning experience for delegates.

Assessment and Certification

Continued assessment process with final written question paper leading to certification on successfully completing the course.

Duration

1 day (6 hours)

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at anyone working in confined spaces such as sewers, vessels, tanks and chambers, who need a foundation course in understanding safe confined space working. This course includes the use of a variety of safety equipment, personal protective equipment and respiratory protective equipment. The course can be tailored to meet your specific needs to ensure that you receive a bespoke training package. The course is not competence based, but does require delegates to show an understanding of safe working practices and emergency arrangements including the use of a variety of entry and safety equipment and use of respiratory protective equipment.

Aim

This course is designed to meet the requirements for working safely in confined spaces in line with the Confined Space Regulations 1997 along with other key legislation.

Learning Outcomes

To enable delegates to understand and effectively comply with the relevant legislation and regulations associated with confined space working. They will be trained to understand how to safely select, use, visually inspect and maintain confined space equipment including escape breathing apparatus, enter and work safely in confined spaces and act on an emergency ensuring that arrangements are in place. This will include:

• Prepare to enter and work safely in confined spaces
• Enter and exit confined spaces safely
• Prepare and use respiratory protective equipment (escape breathing apparatus) in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
• Use equipment and tools safely and in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions
• Follow procedures and work safely
• Deal with emergencies
• Use appropriate behaviour for working in confined spaces
• Use appropriate industry knowledge for working in confined spaces
• Apply relevant industry standards for working in confined spaces

Delivery Method

A combination of:

• Classroom based activity
• Syndicate working
• Presentation
• Demonstrations with practical application
• Confined Space Workbook

Assessment and Certification

The course is assessed on attendance.

Duration

1 day (6 hours)

Levy

This course is eligible for CITB levy.

Who is this course for?

This unit is for supervisors of confined spaces it includes planning and allocating activities for a team, pre-entry procedures, entry into and exit from the confined space, selection of personnel, maintaining communications, and initiating and controlling emergency procedures.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this unit is to reflect the national occupational standard for supervising entry and arrangements at a confined space. This unit covers both water and non-water industry areas.

Water: this may include working with potable water, sewage treatment processes, drain and sewer cleaning operations, or where the operative is working in or near water, or where a confined space is subject to surface water flooding.

Non-water: this may include pharmaceutical, petrochemical, asbestos removal, vehicle manufacture and servicing, aeronautical, construction, communications, power, utilities gas, electrical and mechanical engineering, and some elements of work operations in mines, quarries, and tunnelling.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

2 days (14 hours)

Who is this course for?

This unit is for the entry controller/top person who controls entry and arrangements for confined spaces without entering them. It includes the duties of an entry controller, pre-entry procedures, entry into and exit from the confined space, maintaining communications and initiating and controlling emergency procedures.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this unit is to reflect the national occupational standard for controlling entry and arrangements at a confined space. This unit covers both water and non-water industry areas.

Water: this may include working with potable water, sewage treatment processes, drain and sewer cleaning operations, or where the operative is working in or near water, or where a confined space is subject to surface water flooding.

Non-water: this may include pharmaceutical, petrochemical, asbestos removal, vehicle manufacture and servicing, aeronautical, construction, communications, power, utilities gas, electrical and mechanical engineering, and some elements of work operations in mines, quarries, and tunnelling.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

3 days (24 hours)

Who is this course for?

This unit is for those working in a high risk environment and includes preparing to work safely, entering and exiting high risk confined spaces safely, using equipment and tools safely, following procedures and dealing with emergencies.

NB: This course will not qualified you to perform Top Person duties as previously under the 6150 suite.  Please see 6160-04 City & Guilds Award in Control Entry and Arrangements for Confined Spaces as this is the new City & Guilds qualification for the Top Person duties.  

Aims and Objectives 

The aim of this unit is to reflect the national occupational standard for a high risk related confined space environment.

This unit covers both water and non-water industry areas:

Water: this may include working with potable water, sewage treatment processes, drain and sewer cleaning operations or where the operative is working in or near water or where a confined space is subject to surface water flooding

Non-water: this may include pharmaceutical, petrochemical, asbestos removal, vehicle manufacture and servicing, aeronautical, construction, communications, power, utilities, gas, electrical and mechanical engineering, and some elements of work operations in mines, quarries and tunnelling.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

3 days (24 hours)

Levy

This course is eligible for CITB levy.

Who is this course for?

This unit is for those who work in a medium risk environment and includes preparing to work safely, entering and exiting medium risk confined spaces safely, using equipment and tools safely, following procedures and dealing with emergencies.

NB: This course will not qualified you to perform Top Person duties as previously under the 6150 suite.  Please see 6160-04 City & Guilds Award in Control Entry and Arrangements for Confined Spaces as this is the new City & Guilds qualification for the Top Person duties.  

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this unit is to reflect the national occupational standard for a medium risk related confined space environment.

This unit covers both water and non-water industry areas:

Water: this may include working with potable water, sewage treatment processes, drain and sewer cleaning operations or where the operative is working in or near water or where a confined space is subject to surface water flooding.

Non-water: this may include pharmaceutical, petrochemical, asbestos removal, vehicle manufacture and servicing, aeronautical, construction, communications, power, utilities, gas, electrical and mechanical engineering and some elements of work operations in mines, quarries and tunnelling.

Delivery Method/Assessment with Certification

Theory & Practical Assessment

Duration

2 days (16 hours)

Levy

This course is eligible for CITB levy.