The HSS Confined Space Awareness course is designed to provide delegates with a clear introduction to confined space and the risks commonly associated with working in or around them.
The course aims to help delegates develop a greater awareness of:
- What is considered a confined space
- Common confined space hazards and potential risks
- Safe systems of work and control measures
- The importance of risk assessments and permit systems
- Appropriate training and competency requirements for confined space work
Delivery Options:
We can deliver this course at your site or virtually to suit your organisation's needs. To discuss your requirements, please reach out to our team on 0345 605 0006 or email training@hss.com.
This theory-based course aims to provide delegates with a clear overview of a confined space, focusing on the key risks, legal requirements, and safe working practices relevant to this type of work environment.
The main topics covered include:
- Awareness of working in confined spaces
- Understanding of the risks involved with confined space entries
- Equipment and Breathing Apparatus requirements
- Confined space regulations
- Common hazards and the necessary precautions
- Safe systems of work
- Emergency arrangements
The HSS Confined Space Awareness course is aimed at anyone who may require a knowledge of confined spaces as part of their role. It can also help guide delegates towards the appropriate level of further training for specific job roles.
It is particularly suitable for:
- Site managers / supervisors / agents
- H&S managers and advisors
- Construction and project managers
- Engineers and contract managers
- Facilities management staff and building supervisors
- Maintenance supervisors and technicians
- Utilities, water, and infrastructure operatives
What to expect from this course
This is an introductory course designed to provide a foundational understanding of confined spaces and does not qualify delegates to enter, supervise entry, or carry out work within a confined space.
If you are required to work in or manage confined space operations, we recommend you explore the following City & Guild accredited training routes, including:
Confined Spaces Entry Routes
Low Risk Entry 🠮 6160-01 Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces
Medium Risk Entry 🠮 6160-09 Entrant and Entry Controller for Confined Spaces
High Risk Entry 🠮 6160-04 Working in High Risk Confined Spaces
Supervision 🠮 6160-05 Supervising Teams in Confined Spaces
Assessment is completed through a short multiple-choice question paper. Delegates who successfully complete the course will be issued with a digital certificate accredited by HSS Training. This is valid for 3 years.
HSS Confined Space Awareness Course FAQs
About Confined Spaces
Q1. What is a 'confined space'?
A confined space is not simply a 'small space'. It is classed as any enclosed area where there may be a risk of serious injury due to hazards such as poor air quality, toxic gases, fire, flooding or lack of oxygen. These spaces are not defined by size alone but by the risk present inside them.
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Q2. What industries require confined space training?
Confined spaces is commonly required across construction, utilities, civil engineering, drainage, rail, facilities management, manufacturing, telecoms and waste management. These sectors regularly work in environments such as sewers, tanks, silos, shafts, ductwork, utility vaults, pipework and crawl spaces.
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About the Course
Q3. What is confined space awareness training?
This is an introductory course designed to help delegates recognise confined space hazards, understand the risks involved, and support safe working practices. It does not qualify delegates to enter or work within confined spaces.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q4. Why is confined space awareness training important?
Training aims to help reduce common workplace failures identified by the HSE, including missed safety checks, poor rescue planning and complacency. Confined space incidents in the UK continue to result in fatalities each year, often linked to poor preparation and unsafe rescue attempts without proper equipment.
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Who Should Attend
Q5. Who is this course for?
Anyone who works near confined spaces, needs hazard awareness, supervises contractors, issues permits or may identify confined spaces, but not enter them. This includes site managers, supervisors, H&S staff, engineers and contractors.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q6. Are there any entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements. Delegates should have a competent understanding of English to follow the course content and complete the assessment.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q7. Can I enter confined spaces after this course?
No. This is awareness training only. For delegates who need to enter, supervise entry, or carry out confined space operations, should explore our City & Guilds Confined spaces training courses.
_________________________________________________________________________________
How the Training Works
Q8. How is the course delivered?
Training is delivered in a classroom or virtual environment by experienced trainers. It includes discussions, real-world examples, and guided learning to support understanding of confined space risks.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Q9. What should I bring on the day?
Please your own lunch as this is not provided. On-site facilities will include a kettle, fridge and microwave. If your course takes place at a live operational HSS site, PPE will be required, so please check with your chosen training centre before attending.
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Q10. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can check the parking availability at your chosen venue by visiting our Training Centres page.
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Assessments & Certification
Q11. How is the course assessed?
Delegates complete a short multiple choice assessment at the end of the course to confirm understanding of key topics covered.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q12. What certification will I receive?
Successful delegates will receive a digital certificate accredited by HSS Training. This is valid for 3 years, after which refresher training is recommended.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q13. What do the City & Guilds 6160 codes mean?
The 6160 codes are simply the reference numbers used by City & Guilds for different confined space qualifications. The course itself explains the risk level and job role covered.
- 6160-01 = Low Risk Entry (for entrants working in low-risk confined spaces)
- 6160-09 = Medium Risk Entry & Entry Controller (for entrants and those controlling access and safety)
- 6160-03 = High Risk Entry (for higher risk confined space work)
- 6160-04 = High Risk Entry Control (for managing and controlling entry arrangements)
- 6160-05 = Supervision (for overseeing teams working in confined spaces)
- 6160-07 = Rescue & Recovery (for emergency response roles)
Q14. What do 'entrant' and 'entry controller' mean?
An entrant is the person who enters the confined space to carry out work. An entry controller manages access and monitors safety from outside. A supervisor oversees the overall operation and ensures safe systems of work are followed.
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Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q15. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
The HSS Confined Space Awareness course is designed to provide delegates with a clear introduction to confined space and the risks commonly associated with working in or around them.
The course aims to help delegates develop a greater awareness of:
- What is considered a confined space
- Common confined space hazards and potential risks
- Safe systems of work and control measures
- The importance of risk assessments and permit systems
- Appropriate training and competency requirements for confined space work
Delivery Options:
We can deliver this course at your site or virtually to suit your organisation's needs. To discuss your requirements, please reach out to our team on 0345 605 0006 or email training@hss.com.
This theory-based course aims to provide delegates with a clear overview of a confined space, focusing on the key risks, legal requirements, and safe working practices relevant to this type of work environment.
The main topics covered include:
- Awareness of working in confined spaces
- Understanding of the risks involved with confined space entries
- Equipment and Breathing Apparatus requirements
- Confined space regulations
- Common hazards and the necessary precautions
- Safe systems of work
- Emergency arrangements
HSS Confined Space Awareness Course FAQs
About Confined Spaces
Q1. What is a 'confined space'?
A confined space is not simply a 'small space'. It is classed as any enclosed area where there may be a risk of serious injury due to hazards such as poor air quality, toxic gases, fire, flooding or lack of oxygen. These spaces are not defined by size alone but by the risk present inside them.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q2. What industries require confined space training?
Confined spaces is commonly required across construction, utilities, civil engineering, drainage, rail, facilities management, manufacturing, telecoms and waste management. These sectors regularly work in environments such as sewers, tanks, silos, shafts, ductwork, utility vaults, pipework and crawl spaces.
__________________________________________________________________________
About the Course
Q3. What is confined space awareness training?
This is an introductory course designed to help delegates recognise confined space hazards, understand the risks involved, and support safe working practices. It does not qualify delegates to enter or work within confined spaces.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q4. Why is confined space awareness training important?
Training aims to help reduce common workplace failures identified by the HSE, including missed safety checks, poor rescue planning and complacency. Confined space incidents in the UK continue to result in fatalities each year, often linked to poor preparation and unsafe rescue attempts without proper equipment.
__________________________________________________________________________
Who Should Attend
Q5. Who is this course for?
Anyone who works near confined spaces, needs hazard awareness, supervises contractors, issues permits or may identify confined spaces, but not enter them. This includes site managers, supervisors, H&S staff, engineers and contractors.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q6. Are there any entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements. Delegates should have a competent understanding of English to follow the course content and complete the assessment.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q7. Can I enter confined spaces after this course?
No. This is awareness training only. For delegates who need to enter, supervise entry, or carry out confined space operations, should explore our City & Guilds Confined spaces training courses.
_________________________________________________________________________________
How the Training Works
Q8. How is the course delivered?
Training is delivered in a classroom or virtual environment by experienced trainers. It includes discussions, real-world examples, and guided learning to support understanding of confined space risks.
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Q9. What should I bring on the day?
Please your own lunch as this is not provided. On-site facilities will include a kettle, fridge and microwave. If your course takes place at a live operational HSS site, PPE will be required, so please check with your chosen training centre before attending.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q10. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can check the parking availability at your chosen venue by visiting our Training Centres page.
______________________________________________________________________________
Assessments & Certification
Q11. How is the course assessed?
Delegates complete a short multiple choice assessment at the end of the course to confirm understanding of key topics covered.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q12. What certification will I receive?
Successful delegates will receive a digital certificate accredited by HSS Training. This is valid for 3 years, after which refresher training is recommended.
__________________________________________________________________________
Q13. What do the City & Guilds 6160 codes mean?
The 6160 codes are simply the reference numbers used by City & Guilds for different confined space qualifications. The course itself explains the risk level and job role covered.
- 6160-01 = Low Risk Entry (for entrants working in low-risk confined spaces)
- 6160-09 = Medium Risk Entry & Entry Controller (for entrants and those controlling access and safety)
- 6160-03 = High Risk Entry (for higher risk confined space work)
- 6160-04 = High Risk Entry Control (for managing and controlling entry arrangements)
- 6160-05 = Supervision (for overseeing teams working in confined spaces)
- 6160-07 = Rescue & Recovery (for emergency response roles)
Q14. What do 'entrant' and 'entry controller' mean?
An entrant is the person who enters the confined space to carry out work. An entry controller manages access and monitors safety from outside. A supervisor oversees the overall operation and ensures safe systems of work are followed.
__________________________________________________________________________
Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q15. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
The HSS Confined Space Awareness course is aimed at anyone who may require a knowledge of confined spaces as part of their role. It can also help guide delegates towards the appropriate level of further training for specific job roles.
It is particularly suitable for:
- Site managers / supervisors / agents
- H&S managers and advisors
- Construction and project managers
- Engineers and contract managers
- Facilities management staff and building supervisors
- Maintenance supervisors and technicians
- Utilities, water, and infrastructure operatives
What to expect from this course
This is an introductory course designed to provide a foundational understanding of confined spaces and does not qualify delegates to enter, supervise entry, or carry out work within a confined space.
If you are required to work in or manage confined space operations, we recommend you explore the following City & Guild accredited training routes, including:
Confined Spaces Entry Routes
Low Risk Entry 🠮 6160-01 Working in Low Risk Confined Spaces
Medium Risk Entry 🠮 6160-09 Entrant and Entry Controller for Confined Spaces
High Risk Entry 🠮 6160-04 Working in High Risk Confined Spaces
Supervision 🠮 6160-05 Supervising Teams in Confined Spaces
Assessment is completed through a short multiple-choice question paper. Delegates who successfully complete the course will be issued with a digital certificate accredited by HSS Training. This is valid for 3 years.
Please call us on 0345 605 0006 or speak to one of our agents on Live Chat