About this programme

This course builds technical and operational competence in the safe entry, work, monitoring, and rescue procedures for confined spaces. It focuses on hazard identification, atmospheric testing, permit-to-work systems, emergency preparedness, and compliance with occupational safety regulations.

The programme emphasizes life-saving decision-making, correct use of gas detection equipment, and coordinated rescue response to prevent fatalities and serious injuries associated with confined space incidents. Practical case studies and scenario-based exercises prepare participants to operate safely in high-risk confined environments.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) officers
Confined space entrants and attendants
Rescue team members and supervisors
Maintenance and operations personnel
Engineers and site managers
Regulators, inspectors, and compliance staff

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Identify confined spaces and associated hazards
Apply confined space entry permits and control measures
Conduct atmospheric testing and gas monitoring
Use confined space PPE and rescue equipment correctly
Plan and execute confined space rescue operations safely

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Confined Space Hazards & Regulatory Requirements

Definition and identification of confined spaces
Common hazards: oxygen deficiency, toxic and flammable gases
Legal and regulatory requirements
Case Study:Analysis of confined space accidents and root causes

Module 2: Confined Space Entry Procedures & Permit Systems

Risk assessment and hazard control
Confined space entry permits and roles
Lockout, isolation, and ventilation procedures
Case Study:Implementing effective confined space entry systems

Module 3: Gas Monitoring & Atmospheric Testing

Types of gases and exposure limits
Portable and fixed gas detection equipment
Calibration, testing, and interpretation of readings
Case Study:Gas monitoring failures and prevention strategies

Module 4: Confined Space Rescue & Emergency Response

Non-entry and entry rescue techniques
Rescue equipment and retrieval systems
Emergency planning and coordination
Case Study:Confined space rescue operations: lessons learned

Module 5: Integrated Drills, Leadership & Applied Practice

Confined space safety drills and simulations
Team coordination and communication
Capstone exercise: Confined space entry and rescue plan
Case Study:End-to-end confined space safety management

Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impact

Increased confidence in confined space safety procedures
Improved hazard recognition and emergency response skills
Enhanced compliance with safety protocols

Organizational Impact

Reduced confined space incidents and fatalities
Improved compliance with OHS regulations and standards
Stronger emergency preparedness and operational safety

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

Full calendar

City	Starts	Ends	Delivery	Book
DakarNext	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Johannesburg	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Dar es Salaam	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Nakuru	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Pretoria	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kisumu	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book