Safety Fire and Medical Australia

Industry Courses

RIIWHS401E

Supervise Work in Confined Spaces

Nationally Recognised Certificate
Fast Certificate Turnaround
Experienced and Certified Instructors
Flexible Learning Options
Industry Validated

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to supervise work in confined spaces in the resources and infrastructure industries.

It applies to those working in supervisory roles. They are generally responsible for the output of others, contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems and apply management plans to the workplace.

Units Delivered

Cost: $495.00

RIIWHS401E - Supervise work in confined spaces

Additional Information

Course Delivery

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

Entry Requirements

Minimum Age: Participants must be at least 18 years of age.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Where this unit is applied in high-risk contexts, workplace authorisation and site requirements may apply.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy: All learners complete an LLN assessment. Support is available where required.
PPE / Equipment / IT Access: Access to appropriate PPE where required and a device with internet access if online learning is included.
Workplace or Site Access Requirements: Participants must be physically capable of completing practical activities relevant to the unit outcomes, with reasonable adjustments available where appropriate.

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Trainer support is available throughout the course. Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support and wellbeing support are available on request. Health Security Education provides a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Participants must follow trainer instructions and use equipment safely. Reasonable adjustment is available where appropriate.
USI: A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required prior to the issuance of nationally recognised certification.
Policies and processes (including Complaints & Appeals) are available via the Student Handbook.

Assessment Activities

Practical Assessment:

Supervise work in confined spaces on at least two occasions, including:

performing task analysis to carry out risk assessment, and prepare for emergency procedures
preparing a written safe operating procedure and checklist for confined space work activities
preparing required permits prior to work activity
determining requirements and applying procedures for working in confined spaces
sourcing and allocating required resources for confined space activities
providing clear instructions and coordinating of activities throughout working in confined space activity
establishing and applying effective communication techniques to others throughout the work activity
applying atmospheric contaminants measurement procedures
supervising work activities and correcting work activity when required
training others to carry out first response, first aid and fire- fighting techniques
maintaining written training records
maintaining written record of hazards, risk assessments, outcomes and controls used.