Working in Confined Spaces Certification

Every year, around 25 people die while working in confined spaces in the UK, and the majority of victims work in the construction industry. Many of these deaths are preventable. Understanding the unique risks of carrying out work in these environments, and insisting on safer working practices, is essential to upholding worker health and safety.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the risks associated with working in confined spaces, the obligations of employers and employees under the law, and the practical measures that reduce the risk of injury and death.

You will learn

• The criteria that govern what constitutes a “confined space” and why this definition matters.
• The hazards that make working in a confined space dangerous, including excessive heat, fumes and low levels of oxygen.
• Why it is essential to undertake a risk assessment prior to commencing work in confined spaces, and the steps to take when evaluating potential hazards.
• Best practices for working in confined spaces, including how to ensure adequate lighting, ventilation and systems of communication.

Course content

4 modules · 3 hours of learning

• Module 01: What Is A Confined Space? (includes quiz)
• Module 02: Hazards Found in Confined Spaces (includes quiz)
• Module 03: Carrying Out a Risk Assessment Prior To Working in a Confined Space (includes quiz)
• Module 04: Using Safe Systems of Work in Confined Spaces (includes quiz)

This course sits within our Health & Safety courses and forms part of our wider CPD Courses range. Browse our full course programmes to find further training that fits your role.