Confined spaces
RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces
Entry Requirements:
- Participants must provide identification.
- Sound verbal and written comprehension of the English language is mandatory.
- Trousers‚ shirt and safety boots are required to be worn at each session.
Our one day training course is for people who have minimal or no confined space operating experience.
It’s an intensive‚ hands-on training course. A strong theoretical component also focuses on safe operating procedures.
To complete the refresher course you must supply a copy of your old competency
It’s an intensive‚ hands-on training course. A strong theoretical component also focuses on safe operating procedures.
To complete the refresher course you must supply a copy of your old competency
On successful completion of the program you will receive a Statement of Attainment for:
- RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces.
You will gain an understanding of:
- Plan and prepare for working in confined space
- Work in a confined space
- Exit confined space
- Clean up
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS
Elements describe the essential outcomes.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element.
achievement of the element.
1. Plan and prepare for working in confined space
1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to enter and work in confined spaces
1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures
1.4 Obtain and confirm authorisation of a confined space entry permit that meets regulatory requirements
1.5 Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for planned work activities
1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures with the stand-by person, and be prepared for emergency situations
1.7 Identify, obtain and implement signage and barrier requirements according to workplace procedures
1.8 Select tools and equipment for the tasks, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults to relevant personnel
1.9 Position rescue equipment by the entry permit
1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to enter and work in confined spaces
1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures
1.4 Obtain and confirm authorisation of a confined space entry permit that meets regulatory requirements
1.5 Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for planned work activities
1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures with the stand-by person, and be prepared for emergency situations
1.7 Identify, obtain and implement signage and barrier requirements according to workplace procedures
1.8 Select tools and equipment for the tasks, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults to relevant personnel
1.9 Position rescue equipment by the entry permit
2. Work in confined space
2.1 Gain access to confined space
2.2 Test and monitor the atmosphere for harmful elements according to workplace procedures
2.3 Correctly apply tagging and lock-out procedures
2.4 Enter the confined space according to workplace procedures
2.5 Maintain ongoing communication with the stand-by person
2.6 Comply with entry permit requirements
2.7 Monitor and adhere to allocated entry time
2.2 Test and monitor the atmosphere for harmful elements according to workplace procedures
2.3 Correctly apply tagging and lock-out procedures
2.4 Enter the confined space according to workplace procedures
2.5 Maintain ongoing communication with the stand-by person
2.6 Comply with entry permit requirements
2.7 Monitor and adhere to allocated entry time
3. Exit confined space
3.1 Exit confined space according to workplace procedures
3.2 Recover tools, equipment and materials
3.3 Conduct inspection of the confined spaces according to workplace procedures
3.4 Remove tagging and lock-out procedures
3.5 Complete confined space entry permit requirements according to workplace procedures
3.2 Recover tools, equipment and materials
3.3 Conduct inspection of the confined spaces according to workplace procedures
3.4 Remove tagging and lock-out procedures
3.5 Complete confined space entry permit requirements according to workplace procedures
4. Clean up
4.1 Clear work area and dispose of materials according to workplace procedures
4.2 Remove, clean and store barriers and signs
4.3 Conduct equipment inspections to identify faults according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and report to relevant personnel
4.4 Conduct routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping activities according to workplace procedures
4.5 Process written maintenance records according to workplace procedures
4.2 Remove, clean and store barriers and signs
4.3 Conduct equipment inspections to identify faults according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures and report to relevant personnel
4.4 Conduct routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping activities according to workplace procedures
4.5 Process written maintenance records according to workplace procedures
Assessment
Assessments will be conducted using a theory and practical assessment tool.
The assessor will inform you of each of the assessments prior to them being conducted.

Investment: $300
Duration: 1 day
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