CONFINED SPACE

Award in Confined Space Entry Specialist (CSES)

The Award in Confined Space Entry Specialist (CSES) is designed for professionals who are required to work in, or supervise entry into, confined spaces. This course equips learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to safely prepare for, enter, work within, and exit confined spaces in accordance with legal and organizational safety requirements. Participants will gain a clear understanding of confined space hazards, permit-to-work systems, atmospheric testing, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response procedures. Through a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on exercises, learners will build the competence to perform confined space tasks safely and confidently.

This qualification is assessed through a combination of practical evaluations and Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). Learners must achieve the required passing score in both components to be awarded the certification.

The recommended duration for this qualification is five days. However, the course length may be extended to accommodate additional learning requirements if necessary, but it cannot be shortened.

The EOSH UK Award in Confined Space Entry Specialist (CSES) course typically includes the following modules:

• Introduction to Confined Space Entry and Definitions
• Identification of Hazards in Confined Spaces
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance for Confined Space Work
• Permit-to-Work Systems and Entry Authorization Procedures
• Atmospheric Monitoring and Gas Detection Techniques
• Use and Inspection of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ventilation, Isolation, and Purging Methods
• Entry, Work, and Exit Procedures for Confined Spaces
• Emergency Procedures and Self-Rescue Techniques
• Team Roles, Communication, and Post-Entry Documentation

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