City and Guilds 6160-02 Level 2 Medium Risk Confined Spaces Training Course

Duration: 2 Days

Introduction: This City and Guilds accredited course is intended for persons nominated to work in or at Confined Spaces where work has been assessed and classified as Medium Risk.   For further information on classifications see relevant guidance    

Pre-Course Requirements: All delegates should be medically fit in line with UK OGN requirements and capable of wearing Escape Breathing Apparatus.

Course Content: Delivered in accordance with the Confined Space Regulations 1997, successful completion of the course leads to an understanding of:

• Identifying a Confined Space and its hazards
• The legal requirements
• Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
• Equipment required to enter a Confined Space, including Gas Monitoring equipment, Tripods and Winches and ancillary safety equipment such as harnesses, ropes, lifelines.
• The use of open circuit Escape Breathing Apparatus 
• Personal Protective Equipment and Hygiene
• Examination, testing and maintenance of equipment
• Ventilation and the avoidance of unsafe atmospheres
• Communication and entry procedures
• Training and personnel requirements
• Practical training and exercises

Training Methods:  All theoretical training is re-enforced by demonstrations and practical exercises.  City and Guilds assessments, theoretical and practical, will take place on the final day.

Certification:  A City and Guilds Certificate of Competence will be issued on successful completion of the full course and achieving a pass for the theory and practical exams.  This certificate is valid for 3 years.

Our purpose-built tunnels with vertical access provide a unique training environment for all our Confined Space courses.  

All our equipment is fully tested, certified and maintained.