PERFORM WORK IN CONFINED SPACE OPERATION

Course Overview

The course covers hazard identification, including atmospheric, physical, mechanical, electrical, chemical, thermal, and engulfment hazards commonly found in confined spaces. Participants will also understand the dangers of oxygen deficiency, toxic gases, and flammable atmospheres.

The course also emphasizes the importance of the Permit-to-Work system, risk assessment, communication procedures, and safe entry and exit practices.

Overall, the course aims to develop workers’ competency to perform confined space operations safely, comply with WSH requirements, reduce workplace risks, and promote a strong safety culture at the workplace.

Course Objectives

The Perform Work in Confined Space Operation (PWCSO) course equips workers with the essential knowledge and practical skills to work safely in confined spaces such as manholes, tanks, chambers, and enclosed work areas.

Workers will learn the duties and responsibilities of confined space entrants, attendants, supervisors, and safety assessors under Singapore WSH legislation and Code of Practice.

Learners are taught how to interpret gas readings, maintain ventilation, and implement preventive and control measures before entering confined spaces.

In addition, workers will learn how to select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection, safety harnesses, and lifelines. Emergency response procedures, evacuation methods, and basic rescue awareness are also covered to prepare workers to respond effectively during incidents in confined spaces.

Entry Requirements

• Have basic knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Know how to use basic PPE provided at the workplace
• Be able to follow written and oral work instructions
• Be able to listen, read, speak, and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Employability Skills System (ESS) level 2
• Be able to manipulate numbers at a proficiency level equivalent to Employability Skills System (ESS) level 2

Assessments

To successfully complete the course, learners will need to pass the following assessments:

• Written Assessment:
  • Duration: 80 minutes
  • Format: 40 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
• Practical  Assessment:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Evaluation: Competent / Not Yet Competent