Confined Spaces - City & Guild’s 6160-09 Medium risk
The City and Guilds 6160-09 provides a medium risk entry / entry controller qualification at a nationally recognised level. Covering the fundamental principles of confined space working, any person with any exposure to confined space is recommended to attend this course. Although primarily aimed operatives it is a necessary foundation for all persons looking to progress their understanding of confined space entry.
Description
The course gives candidates knowledge and competence in the following areas:
- Understanding of the Confined Space Regulations 1997
- Ability to interpret the Water UK Confined Spaces classifications
- Understanding the hazards and risks associated with confined space
- How to identify and control such risks
- Safe use and interpretation of gas monitoring equipment
- Safe use and pre-use inspection of entry equipment –tripod, winch, fall arrest mechanisms, harnesses and safety lines
- Safe use of compressed air escape breathing apparatus
- Working to a safe system of work
- Reacting safely and effectively in an emergency situation
Qualification Qualifies candidates to enter ‘Medium Risk’ confined space environments with compressed air escape breathing apparatus and associated equipment City and Guilds accredited and certified Certification and ID card Valid for 3 years