Confined Space Entry – Permit Required

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Confined Space Entry - Permit Required

What is Confined Space Entry – Permit Required?

The Permit-Required Confined Space Training Course equips learners with essential knowledge for safely working in environments classified as permit-required confined spaces. Participants explore how to identify these spaces, recognize associated hazards, and follow proper entry procedures. The course covers entry permits, team responsibilities, hazard controls, and emergency rescue planning, providing a clear understanding of safe operations from preparation through rescue.

Course Overview

The Confined Spaces Safety Training course provides workers with essential knowledge to safely identify, assess, and work in or around confined spaces. Developed in alignment with OSHA regulations, this course explains the equipment required for confined space operations, how to inspect and use it, and the correct procedures for safe entry and monitoring. Learners explore atmospheric hazards, including IDLH atmospheres, and review strategies to prevent serious incidents.

The course also covers rescue techniques and the responsibilities involved in planning for confined space emergencies. Practice quiz questions help reinforce learning and prepare participants for the final written exam. A checklist is included for employers who must conduct the required practical evaluation. While additional jurisdictional regulations may apply, this program aligns with key standards, including:

  • 29 CFR 1910.146 – General Industry Confined Spaces
  • 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA – Construction Confined Spaces
  • 29 CFR 1915 Subpart B – Shipyard Confined Spaces
  • 29 CFR 1910.134 – Respiratory Protection

Topic Overview

Confined spaces present unique and often hidden hazards that can quickly lead to severe injuries or fatalities if proper controls are not in place. Understanding atmospheric testing methods, safe entry procedures, equipment requirements, and emergency rescue planning is critical for protecting both entrants and attendants. This course builds a strong foundation for recognizing hazards and following safe work practices in a variety of industries.

Course Topics

Competent Person

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of the competent person
  • Review inspection, hazard identification, and permit considerations

Equipment

  • Learn how to inspect and use confined space entry equipment
  • Review PPE, retrieval systems, ventilation tools, and gas monitors

Testing

  • Understand atmospheric testing procedures and acceptable ranges
  • Learn how to monitor conditions before and during entry

Operations

  • Review safe entry steps, communication requirements, and monitoring duties
  • Understand procedures for completing work within a confined space

Hazards

  • Identify common hazards including IDLH atmospheres, engulfment, and mechanical risks
  • Learn how to assess and control potential dangers

Rescue

  • Explore rescue team roles, planning requirements, and safe rescue techniques
  • Understand limitations of untrained personnel and the need for proper equipment

Course Duration

This online confined space safety course takes approximately 180 minutes to complete. Learners can pause and resume anytime.

Pass Mark

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the course. Participants have two opportunities to achieve the required score.

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion, learners may download and print a digital certificate of completion.

Confined Space Competent Person (CAN)

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Duration

Average Completion Time

This online confined space safety course takes approximately 180 minutes to complete. Learners can pause and resume anytime.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the course. Participants have two opportunities to achieve the required score.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion, learners may download and print a digital certificate of completion.

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