Enter Confined Space / Operate Breathing Apparatus

Overview

Through the combination of theory and practical training, this course provides participants with the necessary knowledge and skills required to safely work in confined spaces as per AS/NZS 2865:2001
Outline

• Course introduction and enrolment
• Reference documents / legislation
• Statistics
• How to identify a Confined Space as per AS/NZS 2865:2001
• Risk management concepts / risk assessments
• Hazards
• Hierarchy of hazard control
• Roles and responsibilities of key personnel
• Communications
• Monitor hazardous atmospheres (gas detection)
• Workplace exposure standards
• Use of fall prevention equipment
• First aid appreciation
• Fire protection awareness
• Emergency procedures
• Entry permits
• Breathing apparatus use
• Practical exercises performed
• Assessment of students’ competence

Assessment

Practical, theoretical and application based assessments in consideration of the following competencies:

• MSAPMPER205B/01: Assess confined space for entry
• MSAPMPER205B/02: Use safety equipment and clothing
• MSAPMPER205B/03: Control confined space entry
• MSAPMPER205B/04: Conclude confined space operations

This course will include the pre-requisite unit MSAPMPER200B (Work in accordance with an issued permit)

• MSAPMPER200B/01: Apply for permit(s)
• MSAPMPER200B/02: Identify the scope of the permit
• MSAPMPER200B/03: Prepare for permitted work
• MSAPMPER200B/04: Work in accordance with an issued permit
• MSAPMPER200B/05: Complete permit(s) to work

 Breathing Apparatus Component

• MSPMOHS216A/01: Conduct pre-donning checks and tests on Breathing Apparatus
• MSPMOHS216A/02: Operate Breathing Apparatus
• MSPMOHS216A/03: Conclude operations

Location

Baseline Training & Consulting (Mansfield or Bohle QLD)
Duration

To maximize learning benefits, it is recommended that this course be conducted with a maximum of 8 participants over a period of 2 days or 12 participants over 3 days.
Resources

Suitable classroom equipped with whiteboard. All confined space equipment including gas detection instruments, breathing apparatus sets and insertion/recovery equipment.
Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, each student will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.