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Confined Spaces: The Basics

eCourse Confined Spaces:  The Basics

Learn about confined spaces, the identification and control of hazards that can be encountered, and key steps to working safely.

Duration: 3 Hours
Price per person: $64.00

Overview

Confined spaces are dangerous. Many workers are injured and killed each year while working in confined spaces. An estimated 60% of the fatalities are well-intentioned rescuers. A confined space is more hazardous than other workspaces for many reasons.  This 3-part course will educate you on confined spaces, the identification and control of hazards that can be encountered, and key steps to working safely.  

  • Part 1: Hazard Awareness covers how to recognize confined spaces and the types of hazards that may be present
  • Part 2: Hazard Control covers how to control the hazards
  • Part 3: Working Safely covers proper ways to enter and work in a space as well as emergency planning

This course is equivalent to the general theory and information provided by a classroom course. However, it does not provide the hands-on, workplace-specific training that allows workers to put this information into practice in the workplace. Employers must ensure that this additional workplace-specific training is provided for confined space workers.  


Although this course covers the basics of most legal requirements, there may be some variation between jurisdictions. It must be supplemented by further instruction and hands-on training that is specific to the jurisdiction, job, worksite, and equipment.

What Topics Will Be Covered?
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  • What a confined space is
  • The major hazards to be aware of
  • How to effectively control hazards
  • What to do before entering a space
  • What to do while working in a confined space
  • How to plan for emergencies
  • Responsibilities for ensuring safe work
     
What Are The Benefits?
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  • Recall the responsibilities of workers, supervisors, and employers
  • Apply the definition of a confined space Identify the types of hazards present in different scenarios
  • Recall why confined spaces are especially hazardous
  • Recognize when different hazard controls should be used
  • Recall the responsibilities of attendants and workers
  • Recall the rules for gas testing
  • Identify features of a confined space plan and a confined space permit
  • Recognize the steps needed to prepare for confined space entry
  • Recall key facts about confined space rescues


Average time to complete this course is approximately 3 hours.

Who Is This Recommended For?
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Workers (including outside contractors) who enter and perform work in confined spaces in the workplace

Managers, supervisors, health and safety committee members or representatives

Individuals with control or authority over confined spaces or work being performed in confined spaces would also benefit from the course.


This course outlines your legal duties and responsibilities and provides additional focus on details such as establishing and managing a confined space program.

How Can Training Be Delivered?
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CCOHS (This course is delivered as an on-line e-learning course. All you need is a computer, access to the Internet - and you are ready to go! This e-learning course is designed to help you learn at your own pace and in your own environment at your own convenience. Content for this course was developed by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), and reviewed by labour, employer and government representatives to ensure a balanced perspective.)

What are the prerequisites?
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None

Certificate of Completion
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Upon completion of the course and passing a final, multiple-choice exam, learners will be able to print a certificate of completion.
 

Group Discounts
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The cost is based on the total number of seats purchased. Multi-seat pricing is based on the single user seat price with the following volume discounts applied:

Total Seats
Discount
100 - 999
30%
1000 - 1999
50%
2000+ 
75%

This course is also available in French

Item Number: ECSB-P4845EN

Content for this course was developed by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), and reviewed by labour, employer and government representatives to ensure a balanced perspective.

©Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. All rights Reserved. E-Course description and content provided by CCOHS under license with WSPS. Unauthorized reproduction and distribution strictly prohibited.

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