Confined Space Management - Comprehensive

Our 8-Hour Confined Space Management course provides supervisors and managers with an in-depth understanding of their responsibilities in overseeing confined space operations. Building on the fundamentals, this program covers advanced topics such as conducting and documenting hazard assessments, reviewing and authorizing entry permits, overseeing atmospheric testing and ventilation, and ensuring emergency and rescue readiness.

Participants also learn how to integrate confined space procedures into a broader safety program, coordinate with contractors, and apply incident review and corrective actions. This comprehensive training prepares supervisors to confidently manage confined space work, uphold regulatory compliance, and maintain a strong culture of safety.

Confined Space Management (8hr)

Target Audience: Supervisors and Managers with direct accountability for confined space entry programs.

Costs: $310.00

Delivered by experienced instructors with real-world supervisory expertise
8-hour comprehensive management-level program
Covers advanced responsibilities including hazard assessment, permit review, and emergency planning
Based on Ontario Regulation 632/05, Federal Regulation SOR/2010-120, and CSA Z1006 guidance
Includes practical exercises in documentation review, ventilation oversight, and rescue plan evaluation
Certificate of completion valid for 2 years
Training available live online with an instructor or in-person at our Training Centre in Mississauga / your worksite.

Key Subjects

1. Legislation & Standards

Occupational Health & Safety Act (Ontario)
Confined Space Regulation (O. Reg. 632/05, SOR/2010-120 for federal)
Employer, supervisor, and worker duties

2. Defining a Confined Space

Criteria for confined space vs. non-confined space
Typical marine, industrial, and construction examples

3. Hazard Identification & Risk Management

Atmospheric hazards (Oxygen deficiency and enrichment, toxic gases, flammables)
Physical and mechanical hazards
Energy isolation & engulfment hazards

4. Supervisor’s Role

Ensuring hazard assessments are completed
Verification of entry permits
Assigning competent attendants/rescue teams
Ensuring worker training and competency

5. Entry Permit System & Documentation

Hazard assessment requirements
Entry permit and log requirements
Recordkeeping responsibilities

6. Emergency Planning & Rescue Readiness

Rescue plan requirements
Role of supervisors in ensuring adequate equipment and personnel

7. Atmospheric Testing & Ventilation Principles

Supervisor’s responsibility for ensuring ongoing testing
Calibration and bump test oversight
Ventilation strategies and limitations

8. Developing & Implementing a Confined Space Program

Elements of a written program
Contractor management and coordination documents
Communication and accountability

9. Permit Review & Sign-Off Authority

Understanding the supervisor’s legal liability when signing permits
Best practices for reviewing permits

10. Incident & Near-Miss Management

Reporting obligations
Investigating confined space incidents
Corrective actions and program improvement

11. Emergency Response Integration

Internal vs. external rescue services
Supervisor’s role during emergencies
Post-incident review and recovery

12. Leadership & Competency Management

Assigning “competent persons”
Ensuring training compliance and refresher scheduling
Building a safety culture in confined space work

Course Schedule & Registration

Duration: 8-hour

Cost: $310.00

Confined Space Management - Comprehensive

Confined Space Management (8hr)

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