About Course

This qualification has been developed for learners working in any environment who will have a job role involving work in confined space activities. Topics within this qualification include; responsibilities of individuals, requirements for the use of safe system of work in confined spaces, selecting and following correct and safe techniques for work in confined spaces.

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Qualification Awarding Body​

Highfield Qualifications - UK

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​Entry Requirements​

Minimum Standard English

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​Course Duration​

4 Hours​

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​Modes of Study​

• Online

• Classroom

• In-House

• Blended​

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Mode of Exam​

• Online​

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Guidance on Assessment​

• ​Assessment Method : Multiple Choice Question [MCQ]

• No. of Questions : 15

• Pass mark : 9/15 (60%)

• Distinction : 12/15 (80%)

• Exam Duration : 30 Minutes

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​Course Content​​

Understand Health and safety hazards associated with working in confined spaces

• State what is classified as a confined space

• State the main dangers of a confined space 

• State the requirements for a safe system of work for confined spaces 

• Identify the key points of planning a safe system of work 

• List the documentation that supports a safe system of work for confined spaces

• Know when to cease work if risks change

Understand duties of employers, entrants, attendants and entry supervisors

• Describe the responsibilities of each party with regards to confined spaces

Understand the requirements for Confined space rescue

• List the considerations to be made for confined space rescue

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E-Assessment

• The exam is conducted via Highfield E-assessment and is remotely invigilated online at your home or your workplace.​​

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Exam Requirements

• Photographic ID [ Passport / Driving Licence / National ID ]

• PC/Laptop - PC or Laptop running Windows 7 or higher, or a Mac running iOS X or higher

• Webcam

• Smartphone running Android 4.1 or IOS 8.0 with camera / video functionality.

• Good internet connection

• Personal email address​

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Certification​

• Successful candidates receive a certificate from the Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance.

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​Qualification Documents​