CABWI level 3 Award Emergency rescue and recovery of casualties from confined spaces

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Qualifications Summary 

The CABWI Level 3 Award in Emergency Rescue and Recovery of Casualties from Confined Spaces allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by those whose job role requires them to act as part of a confined space rescue team. 

Qualification Aim

The competence-based qualification covers the underpinning knowledge and practical skills required to act as a member of a confined space rescue team during a rescue operation. 

Any learner wishing to undertake the Level 3 Award in Emergency Rescue and Recovery of Casualties from Confined Spaces MUST already have achieved the Level 2 Award in Working in High Risk Confined Spaces, and must hold a valid certificate. 

Course Objectives

The course will cover:

  • How to prepare to work safely in confined spaces under emergency conditions
  • Preparing to work safely in confined spaces under emergency conditions
  • Entering and exiting confined spaces safely
  • Preparation and use respiratory equipment (RPE) in accordance with the manufacturers specifications
  • Use of rescue equipment in accordance with manufacturers instructions
  • Following procedures safely
  • Controlling risks during working
  • Dealing with emergencies
  • Recovery of casualties
  • Completion of handover procedures

The practical assessment must take place in a controlled confined space environment that meets the requirements set out in the qualification specification, and centres requiring recognition to deliver this qualification must show that they have the facilities and equipment required to carry out the practical assessments for a high risk confined space operation.

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