6160-01 Level 2 Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces
(1 Day-Standalone-Entry level course)

A low risk confined space exists where there is easy entry/exit and natural C-G-confined-spaces-6150-01ventilation. Candidates will check the atmosphere with a gas monitor prior to entry. If the gas monitor alarms, then do not entre and notify the entry controller immediately.

If a gas monitor alarms while working in a low risk confined space then, candidates must exit the confined space immediately and notify the entry controller.

Low risk confined spaces is the only place you can have a lone worker, but this requires appropriate procedures.

Additional low risk NC1 characteristics

  • Not deeper than 3 meter’s, with an unobstructed vertical entry
  • Straight ladder into a dark chamber
  • During completion of the course scenarios to assess candidates’ ability to solve problems and deal with incidents whilst in the confined space
  • Candidates should have access to fall arrest and retrieval equipment

Equipment Requirements for Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces

Safety harnesses and fall arrest systems as required by the Working at Height Regulations to appropriate specification

  • Full body harness with safety certification
  • Energy absorbers with safety certification (optional)
  • Fall arrest systems with safety certification
  • The equipment selected should reflect the industry areas in which candidates may be working

Personnel winch (tripod or similar mounted)

  • A fall arrest block with retrieval system or safety winch incorporating overrun protection and fall protection, complete with safety
  • Any fall arrest block or winch supplied should have cable capacity for the intended shaft or manhole being
  • Where a fully suspended decent is planned – the rescue lifeline is additional to the man- riding system

Delegate requirements:
PPE to include safety boots, gloves, hard hat, full body coverage. Knee pads are desirable.
Be physically fit and weigh no more than 136kg
Minimum age 18
Arrive ready to start at 0800 hrs

Exc VAT £199 / Inc VAT £238.80, Includes all training costs, C&G registration and card. Variable prices apply for 6 or more delegates (Minimum day charge £700 plus travel & VAT)

The above prices assume cleared payment is made within 14 days of training, otherwise different rates apply.

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