Course description

Confined spaces present some of the most serious and life-threatening hazards in the workplace, including oxygen deficiency, toxic gases, and restricted movement. This Confined Space Awareness course provides essential knowledge for recognising confined spaces, assessing risks, and applying the correct control measures to prevent accidents and ensure safe entry.

Confined spaces are not always obvious — they include tanks, pits, ducts, silos, and even poorly ventilated rooms. Understanding the risks and recognising when specialist entry procedures are required is key to protecting lives and ensuring legal compliance.

Developed by safety professionals at SEITECH International, this course is designed for workers, supervisors, and contractors who may encounter confined spaces. It raises awareness of the hazards and introduces best practices for planning and control.

It supports compliance with the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and guidance from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

What will i learn?

• Define what constitutes a confined space and identify examples in the workplace
• Understand the hazards associated with confined spaces, including toxic gases and oxygen deficiency
• Recognise the importance of risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Understand UK legal requirements under the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997
• Apply basic principles of permit-to-work systems and entry authorisation
• Identify necessary control measures, including isolation, ventilation, and monitoring
• Understand the role of personal protective equipment in confined space safety
• Promote emergency preparedness and the need for a trained rescue team
• Support a safety culture that prioritises awareness and early reporting
• Assist in the planning and oversight of safe confined space operations

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