The Confined Space Entry simulation is ideal for future employees or supervisors who work in or around work environments that utilize confined spaces. This course will equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely enter and work in confined spaces.
Confined Space Entry
Across various industries, workers are often required to enter confined spaces – areas not designed for continuous occupancy and limited means for entry and exit. These spaces, due to their design and potential for hazardous atmospheres, present unique risks. Mishandling a confined space entry can lead to serious injuries or fatalities. Proper knowledge, training, and equipment are essential for ensuring the safety of personnel involved in these operations.
A confined space might include tanks, silos, storage bins, vaults, pits, manholes, tunnels, equipment housings, and other similar areas. Hazards in these spaces can range from lack of oxygen, presence of toxic gasses, engulfment risks, to physical dangers like moving parts.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize potential hazards associated with confined space entry
- Understand the importance and process of obtaining a confined space entry permit
- Determine atmospheric conditions using testing and monitoring equipment
- Implement safety procedures for entry, work, and exit from confined spaces
- Utilize appropriate rescue and emergency procedures in the event of an incident
- Properly select and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and entry equipment
- Maintain effective communication with entrants, attendants, and emergency personnel
This course is vital for current and future workers, supervisors, safety officers, and anyone involved in operations that require confined space entry.
