PUASAR025

Undertake Confined Space Rescue (Non-Fire Sector)

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

Course Description

The unit PUASAR025 – Undertake Confined Space Rescue (Non-Fire Sector) – equips students with the essential skills and knowledge required to safely perform rescue operations in confined spaces across various industries. This unit is critical for professionals working in sectors such as construction, utilities, mining, and manufacturing, where confined spaces like tanks, silos, or pipelines pose significant risks during emergencies.

Throughout the course, students will learn how to assess confined space environments, identify hazards, and develop safe rescue plans. Training focuses on the use of specialised rescue equipment, such as harnesses, winches, and atmospheric monitoring devices, as well as the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect both rescuers and those being rescued. The course emphasises the importance of following safety protocols, effective team communication, and coordinating with other emergency responders to manage rescue efforts efficiently.

This unit is particularly valuable for safety officers, emergency responders, and personnel working in industries where confined space entry is required. It provides practical training to ensure that students are prepared to handle emergencies while adhering to workplace safety regulations.

Upon completion of PUASAR025, students will be capable of conducting confined space rescues with confidence and proficiency. The skills acquired in this unit ensure that rescue operations are carried out safely and effectively, reducing risks and ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Units Delivered

Cost: $300.00

PUASAR025 – Undertake Confined Space Rescue (Non-Fire Sector)

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: 18 years.

Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Confined space entry training, gas testing, and current CPR are recommended and may be required by employers or site procedures.

Language, literacy and numeracy: All learners complete an LLN assessment. Support is available where required.

PPE / equipment / IT access: PPE suitable for confined space rescue activities is required. A device with internet access is required if online learning is included.

Workplace or site access requirements: Participants must be physically capable of completing confined space rescue activities, 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

Respond to two (2) simulated scenarios to undertake confined space rescues demonstrating:
Identifying unacceptable risk using the acceptability/ unacceptability criteria
Working with others to determine risk controls
Assessing and determining the consequences and likelihood of potential risk
Controlling risk by selecting and implementing the most appropriate controls
Completing reports and records about the risk assessment and treatment implementation
Monitors and minimises own exposure to worksite risks and hazards during activities
During the above, the candidate must:
Locate and apply relevant documentation, policies and procedures and confirm that the work activity is compliant
Implement the requirements, procedures and techniques for conducting local risk control
Undertake confined space rescue effectively with others
Communicate with others to receive and clarify work instructions and to determine coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities
Complete the tasks in line with Federal. State/Territory regulations, codes of practice and other National workplace or site procedures.

Theory assessment:

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