Working at Heights and Confined Space Entry
About this course

Overview

These are the tasks where a shortcut is fatal rather than merely expensive. This covers the standards, permit systems and rescue planning behind both, plus the train-the-trainer work that keeps practice consistent across sites.

What you will be able to do

Learning outcomes

  • Apply the relevant heights and confined space standards
  • Assess and control task-specific hazards
  • Implement permit-to-work and safe systems
  • Prepare and test rescue plans
  • Train and coach others consistently
What the course sets out to do

Course objectives

  • Apply standards for heights and confined space work
  • Assess the hazards of high-risk tasks
  • Plan safe systems of work and permits
  • Develop rescue plans and readiness
  • Deliver consistent training to others
Course content

Modules

01

Standards and legal duties

The standards governing work at heights and in confined spaces.

02

Hazard and risk assessment

The specific hazards of these high-risk tasks.

03

Safe systems and permits

Planning permits and safe systems of work.

04

Equipment and controls

Fall protection, atmospheric testing, and access controls.

05

Rescue planning

Preparing and rehearsing rescue arrangements.

06

Train the trainer

Delivering consistent training on high-risk tasks.

Who it is for

Target audience

SHE officers, supervisors, and trainers responsible for work at heights and confined space entry.

Before you start

Prerequisites

A supervisory, safety or training role covering high-risk work.

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