Who Should Attend?
Anyone working or preparing to work within a medium risk confined space environment.
You must be over 16 years of age and medically fit to take the qualification – a mandatory requirement within current industry regulations.
Learning Outcomes
The course covers the following areas so the learner will:
• Be able to enter and exit medium risk areas safely
• Be able to work safely within a medium risk area
• Understand the necessary and appropriate equipment to use
• Understand and implement emergency procedures for emergency evacuation
Modules will cover
• Safe Systems of Work
• Legislation – the Confined Space Regulations 1997 inclusive of Manning Levels, Health and Safety at Work Act,
Management of Health and Safety at Work
• Regulations, Personal Protection Equipment Regulations, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Control of
Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations
• Identification and categorisation of confined spaces
• Safe working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces
• Permit to Work procedures & Risk Assessments
• Plant and equipment – suitability & requirements
• Gas hazards & proper use of gas detection equipment
• Safe use of emergency compressed air breathing apparatus
• Personal Protective Equipment requirements and safe use of
• Ventilation equipment requirements and safe use of
• Understand the required safety checks of equipment and how to conduct these
• Use of communication equipment and procedures
• Understand emergency procedures
The course contains both practical and theory-based learning. There will be a practical and written assessment conducted and assessed by the instructor to ensure competency has been achieved.
Upon successful completion, the candidate will be issued with certification by ACTTnow, valid for 3 years.
Maximum attendees – 8 people
FAQ's
Who Should attend?
This course is for anyone who will be working in classified low-risk confined spaces. You must be over 16 years of age and medically fit to take the qualification – a mandatory requirement within current industry regulations.
What do I need to bring with me?
On day one of the course, you will be expected to bring a form of photographic ID with you. Suitable forms include a driver’s license and/or passport.
What accreditation will I receive?
Depending on which course you have signed up for, you will receive either an ACTTnow certificate or a City & Guilds certificate.
Both courses, you will be expected to complete a practical and a written assessment.
How long does the certificate last?
Both the ACTTnow and City & Guilds certificate last for 3 years. You will need to renew before the certificate runs out.
Is there any funding for this course?
Those who pay into the ECITB levy, may be able to recover the course fees for City & Guilds courses. Please do check with ECITB before buying this course.
How can I pay for this course?
You can pay by clicking the “add to basket” on our website, or if you have multiple bookings, give us a call, or send an email regarding discounts.
0330 094 8598
info@acttnow.com
How many people will be on the course?
There will be a maximum of 10 people on this course, and a minimum of 3. This is to make sure you receive the quality of training we pride ourselves on giving.
What time does the course start and finish?
The course starts at 0900 and aims to finish between 1530 to 1600.
Do I need PPE?
You will need to bring overalls, steel toe cap boots/shoes, hard hat, gloves, and goggles.
We will provide the harness.
What is included in the price?
All course materials, and a light lunch* is included in the price.
*Please note we can’t cater to all dietary requirements
*Does exclude courses not held at our training centres
How long does it take for certification to arrive?
Physical certificates will be sent to the address the booker provided. This can take anywhere between 5 to 10 days. Digital certificates can take up to 5 days and will be sent to the email originally used for the booking.
When will I receive my joining instructions?
Your joining instructions will be sent as soon as booking is confirmed, and payment received.
Can I change my booking?
Please read our Terms and Conditions regarding changing bookings.
Is there parking?
Yes, there is limited parking outside the training centre.
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