Undertake rescue from a confined space

Course ID: PUASAR005A Undertake confined space rescue

Who should attend:
People who are required to safely enter and either work or undertake rescue of other persons from a confined space. Over three days we teach you the skills to become proficient to act in case of an incident at your workplace.

The course is a balance of practical sessions and necessary classroom based theory so it is both safe and well received by our participants. Talk to us about customizing this course to suit your unique circumstances.

Course content:
Course introduction and enrolment.
Definitions and how to identify a confined space
as per AS/NZS2865 - 2001.
Relevant legislation explained.
Case studies of unsafe confined space entry.
Rescue considerations, roles and responsibilities.
Establishing a command and control centre.
Notification of emergency services.
Risk assessments and hazard control.
Permits to work and other entry procedures.
Preserving the accident scene.
Gas awareness and atmospheric monitoring.
Ventilation and cleaning methods.
Isolation and tag out methods.
Breathing apparatus use
Safe working at height including,
Tripods, harnesses, fall arrest and
insertion/recovery equipment.
Fire extinguisher use.
Search and rescue drills in a confined space.
Practical exercise for persons to conduct an
actual rescue from a confined space.

Assessment:
Practical and theoretical and application based assessments

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Course Logistics:
When: As required
Where: On site
Duration: 3 Days
Class Size: Up to 8 people
Cost: pricing on application