CABWI level 2 Award working in medium risk confined spaces (2 days)

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Qualification Summary 

The CABWI Level 2 Award in Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by those who need to work in medium risk confined spaces as part of their job role. 

Qualification Aim 

This competence – based qualification covers the underpinning knowledge and practical skills required to work in medium risk confined spaces. 

This qualification may be taken by any learner ages 16 or over, although it is recognised that employers may have different age requirements for their employees who work in confined spaces. As the qualification involves practical assessment in a confined space environment, centres must ensure that any learner undertaking the qualification is medically fit, in line with the current industry requirements. For the water industry, these requirements can be found in the Water UK Occasional Guidance Note (OGN) – The Classification and Management of Confined Space Entries. 

To achieve a full Level 2 Award in Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces, a learner must complete a single unit: Working in medium risk confined spaces.

The unit is assessed using a written knowledge assessment and a practical skills test, conducted in controlled circumstances.

The qualification is valid for 3 years.

Course Objectives

The course will cover:

• Preparing to work safely
• Entering and exiting the confined space
• Preparing and using appropriate respiratory equipment
• Using equipment and tools safely
• Following procedures
• Dealing with emergencies
• Appropriate knowledge and behaviour
• Relevant industry standards

Prerequisites

Delegates must be aged 16 or over and medically fit in line with current industry requirements.