Working in Confined Spaces Awareness
Confined spaces pose serious hazards that can lead to injury or even death if not managed correctly. From limited airflow to dangerous gases or restricted exits, these areas require specific awareness and planning before entry. This Working in Confined Spaces training course is designed to give workers the essential knowledge needed to stay safe when entering or operating in confined spaces.
Whether you're regularly required to work in tanks, ducts, chambers or other enclosed spaces—or just need to raise awareness across your workforce—this course outlines key risks, legal responsibilities, and best practices to minimise danger and ensure safe working.
£19.80
25
MINUTES
20
QUESTIONS
Unlimited
ATTEMPTS
Instant Digital
CERTIFICATION
What You'll Learn From This Course
Understand what constitutes a confined space and the common hazards they present.
Recognise the legal requirements and industry best practices when working in confined spaces.
Learn how to plan and carry out work safely using appropriate controls and entry procedures.
Understand which control measures should be in place to reduce risk.
Know the responsibilities of both employers and employees when confined space work is required.
Working in confined spaces can be extremely dangerous—but with the right knowledge, preparation and supervision, the risks can be significantly reduced. This training course provides clear, actionable guidance for workers and employers alike, helping you build a safer workplace culture around high-risk activities.
On completion, learners will be awarded a digital certificate that demonstrates compliance with regulations and commitment to employee safety.A confined space incident can happen in seconds—and the consequences can be fatal. This course is designed to help your business prevent accidents and injuries related to confined space entry, meet your legal obligations under the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, improve awareness of risks before work begins, and build a culture of safety and responsibility in hazardous environments.
Employees who work in, or may be required to enter, confined spaces.
Supervisors or team leads overseeing work carried out in confined or enclosed areas.
Organisations in construction, facilities maintenance, utilities, agriculture, or manufacturing.
Section 1: What Is Defined as a Confined Space?
This section explains how confined spaces are defined under UK legislation and gives examples across industries to help identify them in real-life scenarios.
Section 2: Risks Associated with Working in Confined Spaces
Learn about the dangers of poor ventilation, hazardous substances, reduced visibility, and entrapment—and how to reduce exposure to these risks.
Section 3: Safe Planning and Safe Working in Confined Spaces
This section provides practical guidance on preparing for confined space work, including permits, pre-entry checks, and communication protocols.
Section 4: Responsibilities
Outlines the legal responsibilities of employers and the duties of employees in ensuring safe confined space practices, as set out in the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997.
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