Accelerated Training

Confined Space Training

Accelerated Training Is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 41474).

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RIIWHS202E — Enter and work in confined spaces

Confined Space Training is required for all workers requiring an individual to enter and work in a confined space as defined in the Work Health and Safety Legislation.

The Work Health and Safety legislation defines a Confined Space as an ‘enclosed or partially enclosed space’ which will have some or all of the following:

  • Is at atmospheric during occupancy.
  • May have restricted means for entry and exit, requiring a permit.
  • May cause engulfment.
  • Can be enclosed or partially enclosed.
  • Is not intended or designed primarily as a place of work.
  • May not have a safe oxygen level; i.e. an oxygen deficiency or excess.
  • May have an atmosphere that contains potentially harmful levels of contaminant.
  • Has special requirements regarding rescue, first aid, stand-by personnel and spotters acting as a safety officer.

Course Details

  • Delivery Time: TBC
  • Dates: TBC
  • Time: TBC
  • Cost:
    • Option 1: $275
      RIIWHS202E — Enter and work in confined spaces
    • Option 2: $650
      RIIWHS202E — Enter and work in confined spaces
      MSMWHS201 — Conduct hazard analysis
      MSMPER300 — Issue work permits
      MSMWHS216 — Operate breathing apparatus
      MSMWHS217 — Gas test atmospheres
  • Venue: TBC

An employer has a duty of care to ensure all workers are safe whilst working in/ and around a confined space. This means that the employer must manage those risks around confined space work which includes the training and supervision of those working in/ or around a confined space.

Accelerated Training offers a variety of Confined Space Training options to satisfy the legislative requirement.

This course is designed to provide persons with the introductory understanding, knowledge and practical experience to continue and or commence work in Confined Spaces.

  • Plan and prepare for work in a confined space, including OH&S and emergency response procedures.
  • Enter and work in the confined space, monitoring atmosphere and maintaining communication.
  • Exit confined space, tagging and lock-out procedures.
  • Clean up the work area, tools and equipment, signage and barriers.

Option 1

  • RIIWHS202E — Enter and work in confined spaces

Option 2

  • RIIWHS202E — Enter and work in confined spaces
  • MSMWHS201 — Conduct hazard analysis
  • MSMPER300 — Issue work permits
  • MSMWHS216 — Operate breathing apparatus
  • MSMWHS217 — Gas test atmospheres

Target students of this program are those working in operational roles that enter and work in confined spaces in the resources and infrastructure industries. Target clients of this unit of competency work in high-risk situations including, but not limited to:

  • The mining sector
  • Construction industry
  • Transport and logistics

Target students will have developed fundamental core skills in:

  • Work Health & Safety
  • Risk Assessments (Toolbox meeting attendance)
  • Working with Permit

Requirements are that you hold a current CPR qualification.

The Australian Skills and Qualification Authority (ASQA) requires that students be aware of their rights and responsibilities once they have selected their training provider. Your rights and responsibilities can be found in our Student Agreement that should be read BEFORE enrolling into any of our courses.

Accelerated Training is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 41474).

The Australian Skills and Qualification Authority (ASQA) require that students be aware of their rights and responsibilities once they have selected their training provider.

Your rights and responsibilities can be found in our Learner Handbook that should be read before enrolling into any of our courses.