Confined Space Rescue Training Course | Sydney Rescue Consultants

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Confined Space Rescue Training Overview

THIS IS NOT AN ATTENDANCE COURSE. THIS IS NOT A TICK IN THE BOX COURSE. IF YOU ARE AFTER REAL TRAINING THIS IS THE COURSE FOR YOU, IF NOT GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!

This confined space rescue training is a premium course designed for those wanting to get involved in standby rescue, become a rescue technician or develop existing rescue skills as a dedicated team member of an Emergency Response Team (ERT).

We MAX the course at 8 students so we can give individual attention as needed, to enable you or your team to be confident and proficient as members of a rescue team.

If you’re serious about rescue, this is the course for you. It will be hard, intense, make you think on your feet or on your belly.

You know what they say good training isn’t cheap and cheap training isn’t good.

confined space rescue

Our confined space rescue training is designed for workers and rescue technicians requiring training within a variety of industries including the following:

Civil construction
Mining
Drilling
Oil and Gas
Geotechnical
Engineering
Naval
Aviation
Military
Public service

What you will learn

Breathing apparatus training covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain breathing apparatus and equipment in an irrespirable atmosphere, as defined by the Australian Standard AS/NZS 1715:2009 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment, which includes SCBA.
The names and functions of equipment, components and materials
Safe shifting and handling of tools and materials
The nature of rescue work.
A wide range of rescue and environmental situations, which may include industrial, rural, bush and extreme environmental conditions.
Supervisor and employee responsibilities for rescue.
Team rescue (entry method).
Rescue from outside the space.
Self rescue (escape)
Writing a rescue plan

Where can it take your career?

This training course is designed for those that may be required to do roles undertaking work in confined spaces. This is suitable for individuals who are looking:

To be able to work under breathing apparatus
To be part of a Confined Space Rescue Team
To gain employment in the resources and infrastructure industry
To formalise their qualifications to meet workplace and legislative requirements
To upgrade or refresh their skills to advance their careers
To use this unit of competency to complete a qualification

What are the Physical/Personal Requirements?

Physically, medically and mentally fit.
Able to lift and drag an 80kg dead weight approx 20 meters, conduct 5 heaves/pull ups, 30 push ups and able to operate at heights. Not be more than 120kg. Not have any medical conditions or phobias that may endanger yourself or other students including fear of heights or physical injury.
Clean shaven on the days of training (breathing apparatus requirement)

What are the Entry Requirements?

There are no prerequisites, however before making a booking students must:

Be 18 years or older (unless prior arrangements have been made).
Be able to clearly communicate (speak), read and write in English to a high standard.
Have proficient computer skills with internet access. Preferably access to a Laptop/Desktop with a good WiFi connection to download the pre-course Learner Guide/s.

What are the Assessment Requirements?

During the course students must complete both theory and practical assessments under the following conditions in order to be deemed competent:

Theory Assessment/s- Individual theory assessment (written and/or verbal) , which the student must get 100% in allotted time and attempts.
Practical Assessment/s- Individual practical assessment based on scenarios given by the assessor in which the student must complete in order to prove their understanding of the subject and overall competency.
Have a good attitude towards their training and overall safety.

NOTE: If a student is not successful in achieving a competent result for whatever reason, a re-booking or re-assessment fee will be applied depending on their short comings of their assessment/s.

Pre-Requisites:

Although there are no pre-requisites for this course it is highly recommended that you have completed the following unit of competency before booking this course. If you or your team does not have the recommended training or experience additional day/s of training and costs associated will be required.