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Confined Space and Gas Detection

Key Information

Duration:2 Days (16 Hours)

Maximum Attendees: 12

Training available nationwide at one of our centres, or your own workplace

Price (excl GST)

$590 Per Person

Price (excl GST)

$5310 Company Booking

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Prepare yourself with the knowledge and technical skills to effectively plan, observe and safely enter a confined space.

Overview

This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge, as an entrant or observer, to identify the types of confined spaces and hazards and risks associated with working in a confined space. It will also cover the atmospheric testing and equipment required to establish a planned and safe entry, as well as the correct emergency procedures in the event of a rescue.

In accordance with the requirements to maintain Consent to Assess for the unit standards taught on this course, Safety ‘n Action had this course pre moderated and approved by our standard setting body, The Skills Organisation.

If you use a harness while working in a confined space, we highly recommended you are appropriately trained in using a harness. Please book onto a harness safety or height safety introduction course to gain the unit standard 23229 Use a safety harness for personal fall prevention when working at height.

Students need to have 3 months of work experience in the industry prior to doing the course.

Please bring along your ID - We need to verify the identity of students in attendance, please bring ID with you on the day of training.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identify hazards and controls within confined spaces
  2. Develop an emergency procedure plan for a confined space
  3. Complete required documentation for a confined space entry
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of confined spaces and their permit notification and implementation requirements
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of monitoring and confined space testing requirements
  6. Describe the responsibilities and duties of people entering; or conducting observation duties for a confined space
  7. Demonstrate knowledge of atmospheric testing in potentially hazardous environments
  8. Conduct atmospheric tests and interpret and respond to atmospheric testing results

Entry Criteria:

  1. All students are required to have a level of written and oral English equivalent to NCEA level 1 (year 11) or IELTS 5.5 or higher, to be eligible to attend our courses. The person responsible for making bookings or authorising attendance on the course must agree to these Terms and Conditions prior to acceptance of their student(s) onto the course. Where a student does not meet our English language requirement a reader/writer must be supplied by the student or the person responsible for authorising the student’s attendance. The reader/writer cannot be another student attending the same course.

NZQA Unit Standards Included

  • Unit Standards - CS&GD (Click to see more detail)

    Unit

    Level

    Credit

    Description

    17599

     

    4

    5

    Plan a confined space entry

    18426

    3

    4

    Demonstrate knowledge of hazards associated with confined spaces

    25510

    3

    4

    Operate an atmospheric testing device to determine a suitable atmosphere exists to work safely

    Elective Workplace Unit Standards

    3058

    4

    5

    Perform gas tests for energy and chemical plant

    19207

    3

    6

    Enter, work in and exit a confined space in the water industry

    18037

    4

    4

    Plan a confined space entry in the electricity supply industry

     

Confined Space and Gas Detection FAQs

  • Confined Space and Gas Detection FAQs

    • What is confined space training?

      Confined space training teaches workers how to safely identify hazards, plan entries, monitor atmospheres, and work safely in confined spaces.

    • What is considered a confined space?

      A confined space is an enclosed or partially enclosed area not designed for continuous occupancy, with limited entry or exit and potential hazards such as toxic gases or low oxygen.

    • Who needs confined space and gas detection training?

      Anyone entering, observing, or supervising work in a confined space must be trained and assessed as competent.

    • Is confined space training a legal requirement?

      Yes. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, PCBUs must ensure workers are trained and competent before confined space work begins.

    • What is included in Confined Space and Gas Detection training?

      The course covers hazard identification, atmospheric testing, entry planning, permit systems, emergency procedures, and practical gas detection skills.

    • How long does Confined Space and Gas Detection training take?

      The training is delivered over two days and runs for a total of 16 hours.

    • Where is confined space training delivered?

      Training is available nationwide at Safety n Action training centres or onsite at your workplace for company bookings.

    • Do I need confined space training if I only enter occasionally?

      Yes. Training is required regardless of how often confined space work is performed.

    • What NZQA unit standards are included in this course?

      The course includes Unit Standards 17599, 18426, and 25510, with additional elective standards available for specific industries.

    • What gas detection skills are covered in the course?

      Learners are trained to conduct atmospheric testing, interpret gas readings, and respond appropriately to unsafe conditions.

    • Does the course cover confined space permits and documentation?

      Yes. Training includes permit requirements, documentation, and responsibilities for confined space entry and observation.

    • Do I need work experience before attending this course?

      Yes. Students must have at least three months of relevant industry work experience.

    • Can confined space training be completed onsite?

      Yes. Company bookings can be delivered onsite, provided suitable conditions and equipment are available.

    • Can we use our own company paperwork during training?

      Yes. Company paperwork may be used for onsite bookings if it meets NZQA evidential requirements.

    • Is harness safety training required for confined space work?

      If a harness is used, harness safety training such as Unit Standard 23229 is strongly recommended.

    • Do I need to bring ID to confined space training?

      Yes. Valid identification is required on the day to verify learner identity.

“I have been working in confined spaces for 35 years and Safety ’n Action is the best training provider I have ever seen.”

Student Feedback July 2022

"Very good guy and an amazing teacher."

Student Feedback Jan 2024

"Good trainer and training. I learned new things about working in confined space. Especially using the gas tester."

Student Feedback Jan 2024

"Very good course. Trainer was very knowledgeable."

Student Feedback Jan 2024