Course Set - RIIWHS202E, MSMPER200 & MSMWHS217 Confined spaces, Gas testing and Work in accordance with a permit

This course set is designed for new and experienced personnel who are required to work in confined spaces, gas test atmospheres and conduct work activities under the authority of an issued permit to work and within the context and requirements of that permit within the construction, resources and infrastructure industries.

It is designed to teach participants how to identify confined space hazards, work safely within confined spaces according to an issued permit and operate various confined space safety equipment. Finally, this course set applies to individuals who may be required to carry out gas testing of an atmosphere prior to entering a specific area or workspace. These working environments may be hazardous, unpredictable, subject to time pressure, chaotic and expose responders to risk, on land or water, by day or night. Or workplace atmospheres which may include visible and invisible hazards and hazardous surfaces.

Students will demonstrate how to enter, exit and work safely in a confined space according to an issued permit for two scenarios. Participants will also inspect and select appropriate personal protective gear; operate various confined space safety equipment including atmospheric gas testing/monitoring devices and interpret the results to take appropriate action; and conduct routine servicing of all equipment and gear.

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Units Being Delivered: The following units will be included in your certificate:

• MSMPER200 - Work in accordance with an issued permit
• MSMWHS217 - Gas test atmospheres
• RIIWHS202E - Enter and work in confined spaces

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Course Delivery:
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at a facility organised by the training provider.

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Entry Requirements:
An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
• Psychological* and physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstrations for this course, such as the undertaking of the requirements to safely enter, work in and exit a confined space wearing appropriate PPE. This may involve climbing up, down, through or under structures or confined spaces, being suspended, wearing harnesses and other relevant PPE, dragging and lifting in confined and restricted environments in dark, low light or smoke-filled areas.
• Protective footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.
• To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
• Learning: Follow clear instructions, ask questions if I’m unsure, and take steps to keep myself and others safe while working.
• Reading: Read and understand basic workplace procedures, safety rules, and simple work instructions.
• Writing: Write down basic information or fill in simple forms when needed.
• Numeracy: Use numbers to understand things like time, size, or levels.
• Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources

• *Safe Work Australia notes “Working in a confined space may impose additional physiological demands over and above those encountered in a normal working environment. Consideration should be given to a worker’s:
• physical ability;
• ability to work in a restrictive space (for example claustrophobia)
• ability to wear the PPE required to do the work (for example respirators).
• Confined spaces can also give rise to psychosocial hazards such as:
• high job demands (e.g. high levels of physical, mental or emotional effort are needed to do the job)
• low job control (e.g. workers unable to limit where they are required to work in a restrictive space)
• poor physical environments (e.g. performing hazardous work, doing demanding work while wearing uncomfortable PPE, conditions that affect concentration or are unpleasant), and
• remote or isolated work (e.g. significant delays to entering or exiting the space, or difficulty getting help in an emergency).

SWA Code of Practice Confined Spaces Nov 2024

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

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Course Duration:
We provide the following methods of course delivery:
Face to Face: 570 minutes (minimum) delivery, full face to face course
Refresher 300 minutes (minimum).
Online with face-to-face 270 minutes (minimum).

Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face - The online pre-course learning and theory assessment is expected to take approximately 3-4 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions.

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Assessment Activities: Practical scenarios:

• Maintain and calibrate gas test equipment and enter and work in a confined space in accordance with permit – Horizontal entry
• Enter and work in a confined space in accordance with permit and atmospheric testing – Vertical entry

Documentation – The student must complete all documentation according to the required standard:

• Complete two (2) Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA)/ Safe Work Methods Statement (SWMS) forms
• Apply for and obtain a Confined space entry permit for both scenarios – horizontal and vertical entry
• Record result from testing of atmosphere
• Complete work permit documentation

Theory assessment - A written assessment consisting of short-answer and multiple-choice questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.

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