AP06: 4 Day Authorised Person (Confined Spaces) Course - Open Course

This 4 day classroom based course is designed to introduce delegates of the main requirements of Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) L101 - Safe work in confined spaces (Confined Spaces Regulations 1997) so that Safe Systems of Work can be implemented, managed and controlled by competent persons. This course meets the main requirements of MoD JSP 375, Chapter 6 - Confined Spaces, SNHS/NHS confined space procedures and many other similar company procedures.

On completion of the course, delegates will have the requisite knowledge to be able to identify typical confined spaces, understand the risks, review safety documentation, check competencies and ensure that the correct control measures are in place prior to permitting work to proceed.

Health & Safety and Confined Spaces Regulations
Hazards Associated with Confined Spaces
Identifying Confined Spaces
Working in Confined Spaces
Emergency Arrangements
Application of Confined Spaces Safety Rules & Procedures
Roles and Duties
Management Arrangements and Training Requirements
Typical Confined Space PPE, Plant & Equipment and Use
Confined Space Risk Assessment
Operational Procedures Standing Instruction - Worked Example
Operational Procedures Safety Programme and PTW - Worked Example
Assessing, Appointing, Auditing and Monitoring
Safety Documentation Worked Examples and Scenarios
Multiple-choice Test Paper

4 days (09:00-17:00)

8 delegates maximum per course

Morsafe Limited E- certificates (valid for 3 years)

CPD Accredited Certificate of Training

Delegates must have a good command of the English language

Delegates will require confirmation of medical fitness or complete a declaration self-certification if
participating in practical confined space entry and equipment familiarisation exercise

Delegates will require suitable PPE (footwear, gloves and clothing) to participate in the practical
exercises which must take into account the course and weather conditions