Confined Space Planning, Entry And Gas Detection Course Unit Standards 17599, 18496, 25510

Course Aim
Delivered on your site, or at our facility, at the successful completion of this course a trainee will be able to either perform the duties of a confined space entrant or safety observer in the workplace, to identify the types of confined spaces and hazards and risks associated with working in a confined space.

It will also cover the atmospheric testing and equipment required to establish a planned and safe entry, as well as the correct emergency procedures in the event of a rescue.

When delivered at our facility the course will involve multiple entry scenarios using our custom built and dedicated facility.  

Course Overview
Theory and practical sessions covering the following: 

• Identify hazards and controls within confined spaces
• Develop an emergency procedure plan for a confined space
• Complete required documentation for a confined space entry
• Demonstrate knowledge of confined spaces and their permit notification and implementation requirements
• Demonstrate knowledge of monitoring and confined space testing requirements
• Describe the responsibilities and duties of people entering; or conducting observation duties for a confined space
• Demonstrate knowledge of atmospheric testing in potentially hazardous environments
• Conduct atmospheric tests and interpret and respond to atmospheric testing results

NZQA Unit Standards

• 17599: Plan a confined space entry - Level 4, Credits 5
• 18426: Demonstrate knowledge of hazards associated with confined spaces - Level 3, Credits 4
• 25510: Operate an atmospheric testing device to determine a suitable atmosphere exists to work safety. - Level 3, Credit 4
• Total 13 Credits

Attendance Numbers           Minimum of 4, maximum of 10 per session
Course Duration                  2 days (full confined space, gas detection & planning)                                                                                                             

Course Location                   TBC

Course Cost (per person)      FULL $540+gst (for all three units)

REFRESHER $270+gst (if they hold all three units)

UPSKILL $480+gst (to bring them up to hold all three units)

Mileage: $100+gst to Auckland, Hamilton & Tauranga and .95c+gst per km everywhere else

Credit reporting costs not charged when minimum attendance is met

(Credit reporting cost - $10 per credit) 

Client to ensure participants are mentally and physically able to complete course.

Client to supply associated equipment and space for completion of practical inline with company requirements/duties to be conducted.