Introduction

The aim of this course is to assess learners against the national standard carrying out emergency rescue and recovery of casualties from a realistic high risk confined space environment. The learner will show that they can:

  • prepare to work safely under emergency conditions
  • enter and exit confined spaces safely
  • prepare and use appropriate respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
  • use rescue equipment safely
  • follow procedures
  • deal with emergencies.

There is also a behavioural emphasis on the learner undertaking the assessment in an efficient and safe manner.

The learner must demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of emergency rescue and recovery of casualties from confined spaces, and must demonstrate the appropriate practical skills and knowledge, through a mix of practical observation and written assessment.

Course Designed For

All personnel who have been selected to act as part of an “On Site” rescue team. This is due to the high risk activities of the confined space entrants, where the “On Site” presence has been determined to be necessary to comply with the Confined Space Regulations.

Course Pre-requisites

Learners must hold the Working in High Risk Confined Spaces qualification and they must also be medically fit to attend this course. Confirmation of a valid medical certificate may be required prior to course commencement.

Course Content

  • Identification of Confined Space Emergencies
  • Emergency risk assessment and Emergency Plans
  • Rescue Team – Roles and responsibilities
  • Confined Space Rescue Equipment
  • Confined Space Rescue Equipment Tests and preparation.
  • Communications equipment and procedures
  • Entry control procedures
  • Incident and communication logs
  • Casualty handling techniques
  • First Aid and resuscitation
  • Dynamic Risk Assessment
  • NI Fire & Rescue Service Confined Space & Rescue Procedures/techniques
  • Post incident considerations.

CITB Grant is available for levy paying companies here

Course Qualification

Learners will obtain certification from HSCT

Registration card can be issued upon request

Refresher Training

3 Years until refresher is required as per HSE guidance (Full course)

Course Venue

HSCT Facilities (Only)

Course Duration

2 Days

Course Size

12 Candidates maximum per instructor

6 Candidates maximum per assessor

Course Assessment

  • Written Questionnaire
  • Practical Assessment