City & Guilds 6160-01 – Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces in Exeter, Devon (Classroom)

Course Overview

A one-day Level 2 Award for anyone who works in, or needs to understand safety in, low risk confined spaces. People are killed and injured in confined spaces every year: these are partly or fully enclosed areas, with a small entrance large enough to work in, where cramped conditions bring specified risks such as fire or explosion, gas, fumes or lack of oxygen, rising liquids, free-flowing solids and rising body temperature.

The course covers the law, the hazards and risks, and the practical use of escape apparatus and safe access and exit, with guidance on meeting the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997. It qualifies delegates to work in low risk confined spaces only, subject to site rules.

Who Is It For?

People training to work in the water industry, job seekers, and anyone whose work calls for an awareness of confined space safety.

Delegates must be medically fit, aged 18 or over, and bring photo ID (a valid UK driving licence, passport or CSCS card).

Delivery Method

Classroom and practical training in Exeter, Devon, delivered by SSG Training & Consultancy in partnership with Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service and Red One.

Course Duration

1 day

Course Programme

• Current legislation and the Confined Spaces Regulations
• Gases and gas detection
• Personal protective equipment and hygiene
• Permits to work and safe systems of work
• Setting up and using access equipment and escape sets
• Practical exercises in working in a confined space, including search and rescue

Assessment and Certification

Delegates are assessed throughout the day and at the end, particularly during the practical exercises. Successful delegates receive the City & Guilds 6160-01 Level 2 Award, valid for three years.

Related Courses

• Confined Spaces courses
• Working at Height courses
• Health and Safety courses

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