The 6160-09 is a combined course for both entrant and entry controllers. It prepares the entry controller / top person who controls entry and arrangements for Medium Risk confined course and works within them. It provides an in-depth understanding of the requirements of the law, legislation, safe systems of work and an awareness of confined space risk assessments. This course includes the use of Emergency Life Support Apparatus (Escape Set) and qualifies personnel as Entry Controllers (formerly known as Top Person). It does not qualify personnel in the use of full breathing apparatus.

Delegates will descend / ascend into a designated confined space and crawl through variably sized and shaped tunnels under various simulated emergency conditions that include noise, limited light and variable safe atmospheric conditions including smoke.

Course Programme:

-Prepare to work safely in medium risk confined spaces

-Enter and exit medium risk confined spaces safely

-Work safely and monitor the team to ensure procedures are followed

-Deal with emergency situations

-Understand the principles of working in medium risk confined spaces

-Understand standard protocols for working in medium risk confined spaces

-Understand entry controller duties and responsibilities

-Understand equipment checks and inspections required