Enter and Work in Confined Spaces

This course aims to meet the training requirements of the WHS Regulation with regards to “Working in a Confined Space” and Australian Standards 2865-2009 Confined Spaces. Confined Spaces are potentially high risk workplaces, because their atmosphere can change quickly and without notice. 

Confined Spaces may include tanks, silos, manholes, pump stations, dry wells and reservoirs. 

Course Delivery 

On acceptance of enrolment, a learner guide and review questions will be provided to the student. To fulfil the training requirements for this course, the student must read through this, attempt and/or complete the review questions and bring both with them on the day.

This course is delivered face-to-face including classroom theory and practical training in a simulated confined space environment. 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process which recognises a person’s knowledge and skills built from previous experience and courses. As this a one-day short course, and incorporates this assessment process, RPL is not available.

Course Content 

The course outlines the following: 

• Confined Spaces Legislation, Codes of Practice, Australian Standards 

• Confined Space Hazards 

• Risk Assessment and Workplace Safety Procedures 

• Selection, fit, use and maintenance of entry/exit/heights equipment 

• Gas Monitoring 

• Rescue Drills and Fire Protection   

Mandatory Requirements 

• Unique Student Identifier (USI)

• Photo ID

• Good English language and literacy skills 

• Appropriate clothing, including a hi-visibility shirt/vest and enclosed shoes or boots 

• Adequate health and fitness to carry out tasks safely 

Pre-enrolment Process:

The student must understand the course requirements and may submit an Application for Enrolment Form which includes an assessment of their language, literacy, numeracy and digital capabilities for suitability and support requirements to be successful.

DATS staff will review the application and will advise the student if their application is accepted.

Course Fees 

All enrolments are considered tentative until payment has been received.

Please refer to our course dates page for pricing.  

Course Outcome 

Upon successful completion participants will receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment in RIIWHS202E - Enter and work in confined spaces. 

It is recommended that a refresher course be undertaken every 2 years.