OPITO Approved - Rescue from Confined Space

Course Description

This OPITO Approved Rescue from a Confined Space course is for those who require the knowledge and skills to conduct rescue from a Confined Space.

It is intended for personnel working across the energy sector with an existing knowledge and understanding of Confined Spaces and the necessary skills for confined space entry.

What certificate will i receive?

Upon successful completion of the course, Learners will be awarded with an OPITO certificate and card.

Cards and certificates can be verified through our website or through the OPITO Vantage System and TRAIN-R App.

All cards and certificates will be issued immediately to learners. Digital copies are available upon request.

Learners will have the option to complete the practical units and outcomes within 3 months. Those completing the practical will receive a 9049 OPITO Approved Rescue from a Confined Space certificate.

What is the duration of the course?

The optimum ‘contact time’ for this training programme is seen as 8 hours.

What are the entry requirements?

Learners must hold a valid OPITO Approved Confined Space Entry certificate.

Medical Requirements

Training contains physically demanding and potentially stressful elements. All personnel who participate in such training must be medically fit and capable of participating fully.

Learners must:

1.Complete a GSS medical screening form prior to attendance.

What does the course cover?

The aims and objectives of the training are to ensure that the learner gains the required knowledge and practical skills for rescue from a confined space, whilst adhering to relevant legislative guidelines and Safe Systems of Work. Learners will also be instructed and assessed in the use of appropriate PPE and equipment.

The objectives of the Confined Space Rescue are that learners will be able to understand:

(a) Applicable regional legislation and guidelines for emergency arrangements

(b) Hazards associated with confined spaces

(c) Common causes of confined space emergencies

(d) Safe Systems of work for confined spaces (incl. PTW where applicable)

(e) Emergency response communication

(f) Roles and Responsibilities for emergency arrangements

(g) Emergency Rescue Plans

(h) Rescuer safety

(i) Fire safety

(j) Rescue and resuscitation equipment

(k) SCBA equipment and how to don and doff

(l) Confined space rescue techniques

And

Learners will be able to perform:

(m) Creation of a scenario-based rescues plan

(n) Pre use emergency equipment checks

(o) Donning and use of full SCBA set

(p) Execution of a scenario-based rescues plans using appropriate rescue techniques

(q) Communication using appropriate methods

(r) Use of emergency rescue equipment

(s) Use of resuscitation equipment

How is the course assessed?

Learners will be given a written test which will allow them to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding.

Learners will be assessed through direct observation during their practicals.

Course info

  • Certificate
  • OPITO Certificate
  • Duration
  • 8 hours

  • Who is it for
  • Intended for personnel working across the energy sector with an existing knowledge and understanding of Confined Spaces and the necessary skills for confined space entry.

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OPITO Confined Space Awareness

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