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City & Guilds 6160-02 Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces

Course Duration:
Two Days
Format:
In-Person
Location:
Stoneleigh Park
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Course Overview

The City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces (6160-02) is a comprehensive two-day training programme designed for individuals who work in, or supervise work within, medium-risk confined spaces. These environments typically involve vertical entry, restricted access, or the presence of hazards such as low oxygen, hazardous gases, or other atmospheric risks.

Delivered by experienced, City & Guilds-approved instructors, this course combines classroom-based theory with extensive practical exercises to equip delegates with the knowledge, confidence, and competence required to operate safely.

Training is aligned with the national occupational standards (NOS) for medium-risk confined spaces – NC2 and NC3 classifications – ensuring that all delegates understand both legal obligations and best practice for safe operations.

By the end of this course, delegates will be able to enter, work in, and exit medium-risk confined spaces safely, apply safe systems of work, use equipment correctly, and respond appropriately to emergencies.

Course Duration:
Two Days
Format:
In-Person
Location:
Stoneleigh Park
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Certification Awarded

City & Guilds 6160-02 Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces

Valid for

Three Years

Awarding Body

City & Guilds Approved Centre

Who should Attend This Course

This course is suitable for individuals responsible for entering medium-risk confined spaces. Whether you’re new to the field or seeking to update your qualifications, our medium risk confined space course provides the necessary certification and confidence to perform your duties safely.

Prerequisites

  • Must be over the age of 16 and medically fit – a mandatory requirement in line with current industry regulations.
  • Be able to read, write and understand English to a good level.

What To Have With You To Attend The Course

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Assessment

Practical observation and a short answer question paper assessment, participlants must pass both to gain the qualification.

Course Content

This comprehensive Level 2 course provides delegates with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, focusing on the duties of entrants and entry controllers, hazard management, and emergency preparedness.

Topics covered include:

  • Current legislation and industry standards relevant to medium-risk confined space work
  • Identification, classification, and assessment of medium-risk confined spaces
  • Developing and implementing Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), including point-of-work risk assessments
  • Roles and responsibilities of entrants, entry controllers, and other personnel
  • Safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses, access systems, and respiratory protection
  • Correct operation and interpretation of atmospheric monitoring equipment
  • Procedures for safe entry, movement, and egress
  • Maintaining effective communication throughout entry and work operations
  • Recognition and management of occupational health risks, including hygiene requirements
  • Determining appropriate manning levels and ensuring compliance with risk assessment findings
  • Planning for and executing emergency procedures including evacuation and rescue
  • Practical exercises simulating realistic entry, work, and emergency scenarios

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Apply legislation and safe systems of work effectively in medium-risk confined spaces
  • Plan, manage, and supervise safe entry and exit procedures
  • Correctly use PPE and atmospheric testing equipment
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies and rescue scenarios in medium-risk confined spaces

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Confined space training mandatory?
Yes. Employers must ensure workers are trained and competent to handle the specific risks identified in the assessment.

What are the primary hazards within a confined space?
The four main areas are physical hazards, toxic atmospheres, flammable atmospheres, and engulfment (e.g., from grain or liquids).

What must be tested first before entering a confined space?

Oxygen content must always be tested before any other atmospheric checks.

What are safe oxygen levels within a confined space?
The safe oxygen level for entry into a confined space is between 19.5% and 23.5%. Normal air contains approximately 20.9% oxygen, so levels below 19.5% are considered oxygen-deficient (risking suffocation), while levels above 23.5% are oxygen-enriched (creating a severe fire or explosion hazard).

Are fire extinguishers safe to use inside a Confined space?
Carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishers should not be used in confined spaces as they can quickly displace oxygen and overwhelm the user.

Is a rescue plan required before starting confined space working?
Yes. A suitable and sufficient rescue plan must be in place before work starts.

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