NZQA Unit Standard 18426 - Demonstrate knowledge of hazards associated with confined spaces (Level 3, 4 Credits)

Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the hazards and controls used when working with confined spaces.

This course will provide you with knowledge of the legislative requirements and an understanding of how to identify the associated hazards, applicable control measures and monitoring and testing requirements when working in confined spaces. It will also cover the responsibilities and duties of people entering or conducting observation duties.

Key Learning Objectives: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of confined spaces, and their permit notification and implementation requirements.
• Identify control measures to eliminate, isolate, and minimise the risk of hazards in confined spaces.
• Demonstrate knowledge of monitoring and confined space testing requirements.
• Describe the responsibilities and duties of people entering confined spaces or conducting observation duties for confined spaces.

NZQA 17599 - Plan a confined space entry - level 4, 5 Credits