COURSE DESCRIPTION
Confined Space Entrant/Attendant
Course Length: 8hrs | CFR Reference 29 CFR 1910.146; 29 CFR 1915 | Course Required By: OSHA
Overview
Certification of Confined Space Entrant/Attendant training must be available for inspection by employees or their authorized representatives.
Employees must be trained when first assigned to duties in and around permit spaces; before there is a change in assigned duties; whenever there is a change in operations that presents a hazard; and whenever the permit-space entry procedures change.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of Confined Space Entrant/Attendant training, the student will be familiar with:
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Describe the entry permit
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Define the system for preparation, issuance, use, and cancellation of the entry permit
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Understand permit-required confined spaces
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Practices to mitigate hazards encountered while working in a confined space
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Instruct your workers on the proper use of equipment
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Understand the duties of the Attendant, Entrant and Supervisor
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Understand atmospheric hazards and atmospheric testing procedures
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Understand the parameters of the electronic gas monitor
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Understand the basic properties of the four main gasses encountered in a confined space
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Understand ventilation techniques
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Define rescue and emergency procedures
Prerequisites
Confined Space Awareness training
Written Exam
Written and hands-on competency will be evaluated at the end of each course. Incorrectly answered questions will be reviewed with student to ensure understanding before completion of course.
Retraining
Company-specific.