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Confined Space Awareness Training Course

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LCC Certification

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Confined Space Awareness Training Course

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1 Year Access

LCC Certification

Current Status

Not Enrolled

Price

£20.00

Get Started

Join 5,500+ students who have advanced their careers

4.8 (550+ reviews)

Trusted by construction professionals across the UK

Duration:

6 Hours (6 CPD Points)

Delivery:

100% Online Training

Access Period:

12 Month from Enrolment

Certification by:

London Construction College

Overview:

Confined spaces are some of the most hazardous places to work, where one wrong move or missed sign can quickly become life-threatening. From toxic gases and low oxygen levels to fire risks and restricted movement, these environments demand focus and preparation. This engaging training equips you with the awareness and practical knowledge to spot hidden dangers, follow safe work systems, and respond confidently in an emergency, helping you protect yourself and your team every time you enter a confined space.

Who Should Attend?

  • General construction workers

  • Electricians, plumbers, groundworkers

  • Maintenance and fit-out teams

  • Site supervisors and project managers

  • Health and safety reps

  • Anyone indirectly involved in confined space work (e.g. fire watchers, attendants)

Why Choose This Course?

Why Enrol in This Fire Safety Awareness Course:

  • Meet legal awareness requirements under UK law
    Especially important on pre-construction sites, refurbishments, and utilities.
  • Essential for supervisors, support staff, and workers nearby
    You don’t have to enter a confined space to be at risk.
  • CPD Certified and industry recognised
    Used in audits, RAMS packs, and site onboarding.
  • Quick, affordable, and practical
    Ideal for teams that don’t need full entry-level (practical) training.

Legal & Regulatory Framework Covered

  • Confined Spaces Regulations 1997

  • Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

  • CDM Regulations 2015, Design & planning around confined space hazards

  • HSE ACOP L101

  • Risk assessment and permit-to-work integration

  • CITB health and safety awareness guidance

Frequently Asked Questions:

A confined space is an area that has limited or restricted entry and exit, is not designed for continuous occupancy, and is large enough for a worker to enter and perform work, such as tanks, tunnels, pipelines, and manholes.

Common hazards include oxygen deficiency, toxic gases, flammable atmospheres, engulfment hazards, and limited ventilation, which can make the environment dangerous for workers.

Before entry, the atmosphere must be tested for oxygen levels, flammable gases, and toxic substances to ensure the air is safe for workers.

The entry supervisor is responsible for issuing and approving the confined space entry permit and ensuring that all safety measures are in place before entry.

Ventilation is important because it removes harmful gases and supplies fresh air, ensuring that workers have safe breathing conditions inside the confined space.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Confined Spaces
What is a Confined Space? 3 Topics
Common Examples on Construction Sites 3 Topics
Why Are They Dangerous? 3 Topics
Myths About Confined Spaces 2 Topics
Key Construction Sectors at Risk 2 Topics
Module 2: Legal Duties and Responsibilities
Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 3 Topics
Duties Under CDM 2015 & HSW Act 3 Topics
The Role of the Competent Person 3 Topics
Responsibility of Subcontractors and Operatives 2 Topics
Enforcement and Penalties 2 Topics
Module 3: Risk Assessment and Entry Planning
Entry Permits and Control Systems 3 Topics
Non Entry Working Methods 2 Topics
Atmospheric Monitoring Before & During Entry 2 Topics
Coordination with Other Works on Site 2 Topics
Module 4: Emergency Planning and Rescue
Importance of a Rescue Plan 3 Topics
Communication and Monitoring 3 Topics
Incident Case Study 3 Topics
Training and Drills for Rescue Teams 2 Topics
Barriers to Effective Rescue 3 Topics
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