OSHA Competent Person for Confined Spaces Training
- In accordance with Federal OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA
- Self-paced, flexible learning using a PC, laptop, or any mobile device
- Course completion certificate available immediately upon completion
- Provides enhanced worker safety in confined spaces
- Select from SCORM-compliant, online streaming, virtual instructor-led, or in-person learning formats
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This training gave me the confidence to identify confined spaces, evaluate hazards, and oversee safe entries. It explained complex OSHA requirements in a very clear way. Highly Recommended.
I used to find atmospheric testing confusing, but the explanations in this course made it easy to understand gas behavior, testing procedures, and safety precautions. Very well-structured training.
Learning about PPE selection, respiratory protection, and rescue procedures was critical for my role. The course emphasized real-world practices that will help keep our crews safe.
Clear, practical training that helped me to understand confined space hazards, entry procedures, and rescue planning. Essential knowledge for anyone overseeing confined space work.
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Confined spaces at construction sites can be extremely hazardous if they are not adequately evaluated. These areas, known for restricted entry and exit ways, often contain atmospheric or physical hazards. According to the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, between 2011 and 2018, 1,030 workers lost their lives due to occupational injuries involving confined spaces. Many of these tragedies could have been prevented with adequate training, awareness, and the implementation of appropriate procedures.
An incident that occurred on July 13, 2024, highlights the importance of being prepared for confined space hazards and emergency response. While undertaking a task of pouring concrete in a confined space, a worker entered a manhole and remained inside for an extended period. After a considerable lapse, a coworker noticed that the employee looked pale and was sweating. When asked, the employee reported having trouble breathing. As soon as he tried to get out of the manhole, he lost consciousness and fell. Investigators later found that the environment inside the confined space was oxygen-deficient. This event illustrates how quickly a seemingly routine task can become hazardous without proper hazard recognition and an effective emergency plan.
Having recognized the dangers, OSHA recommends that employers train individuals to become competent persons and understand their regulations as outlined in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA. This OSHA Competent Person for Confined Spaces Training is designed to prepare individuals to effectively fulfill this responsibility. By completing this course, participants will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure that confined space operations are safe, compliant, and well-managed for all workers.
Who Can Benefit from this Confined Space Certification Training?
This training is ideal for anyone assigned the role of a Competent Person on job sites where confined space work is performed. It is especially helpful for supervisors, safety leads, and crew members responsible for overseeing or participating in confined space entry. Confined spaces can be highly hazardous, and OSHA requires Competent Persons to be able to identify risks and take immediate action to protect workers. This course helps ensure the right people are trained to make those decisions confidently and in line with relevant OSHA Standards.
Discover the Essentials of OSHA Competent Person for Confined Spaces Training.
Confined spaces on construction sites pose serious risks that require careful evaluation, robust controls, and compliance with OSHA Standards. This Confined Spaces Competent Person Training is designed to give site supervisors, safety coordinators, entry supervisors, and other construction personnel the knowledge they need to manage confined space work safely and confidently.
Learners will build a solid understanding of how to identify confined spaces, recognize hazards, follow proper entry procedures, and plan for emergencies. By the end of the training, participants will be equipped to evaluate confined spaces, oversee safe entries, and meet the requirements of OSHA’s Confined Spaces in Construction standard (29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA).
Course Objectives - OSHA Confined Space Training
After completing the course, the learner will be able to:
- Define confined spaces, recognize their key characteristics, and common hazards.
- Understand the difference between permit-required and non-permit confined spaces as defined by OSHA.
- Identify the major regulatory requirements under OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA and see how they compare to general industry standards.
- Use Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) methods to assess risks before entering a confined space.
- Describe atmospheric hazards like toxic gases, flammable vapors, and low or high oxygen levels.
- Carry out atmospheric testing with the right equipment and learn to interpret the results.
- Recognize physical hazards and apply effective control measures to keep the work environment safe.
- Understand the employer’s role in coordinating multi-employer worksites and ensuring clear communication across the job site.
- Choose and correctly use the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in confined spaces.
- Follow safe entry procedures, complete entry permits correctly, and know how and when to reclassify a confined space.
- Prepare for and manage confined space rescue operations in line with OSHA standards.
- Promote safe work practices, ensure hazard communication, and help manage a long-term confined space safety program.
Confined Space Competent Person Training Course Syllabus
This Confined Space Competent Person Training course consists of 18 lessons. Students are required to complete each lesson in the sequence listed below.
Introduction
Module 1: Introduction to Confined Spaces
This module introduces confined spaces, their characteristics, classifications, and associated risks. Learners will learn how to recognize confined spaces, distinguish between permit-required spaces and non-permit spaces, and understand the purpose and use of entry permits.
- Lesson 1: What is a Confined Space
- Lesson 2: Regulatory Overview
- Lesson 3: Competent Person Responsibilities
Module 2: Hazard Recognition and Types
The focus of this module is on the detection and assessment of the hazards found in confined spaces. Learners will learn how to carry out Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), identify atmospheric and physical hazards, and comprehend basic atmospheric science pertaining to confined spaces.
- Lesson 4: Hazard Recognition Using Job Hazard Analysis
- Lesson 5: Atmospheric Hazards
- Lesson 6: Basic Science of Atmospheric Hazards
- Lesson 7: Physical and Other Hazards
Module 3: Entry Procedures and Controls
This module covers the controls and procedures for safe entry into confined spaces. Participants will understand how to put into place permit-required entry procedures, alternate procedures for particular situations, and create an overall confined space entry program.
- Lesson 8: Permit-Required Entry Procedures
- Lesson 9: Alternate Procedures for Permit Spaces
- Lesson 10: Confined Spaces Program
Module 4: Employer Responsibilities and Hazard Control
This module explains employer responsibilities when employees work in confined spaces. The lessons focus on coordination among multiple employers and implementing robust hazard controls. Participants will learn about administrative and engineering control measures, atmospheric testing protocols, and hazard communication practices.
- Lesson 11: Employer Responsibilities
- Lesson 12: Atmospheric Testing
- Lesson 13: Hazard Controls and Safety Precautions
- Lesson 14: Hazard Communication
Module 5: Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of selecting the appropriate PPE and respiratory protection, as well as preparing for confined space emergencies. Learners will develop hands-on knowledge in planning rescues, selecting safety gear, and meeting OSHA requirements.
- Lesson 15: Respiratory Protection
- Lesson 16: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Lesson 17: Safety Equipment
- Lesson 18: Rescue and Emergency Procedures
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
This OSHA Competent Person for Confined Spaces Training is significant because it:
- Teaches workers and supervisors about the dangers of working in confined spaces.
- Explains how to safely enter a confined space.
- What to do during confined space emergencies to stop injuries and deaths.
- Gives information to identify hazards, perform atmospheric testing, put safety measures in place, and ensure safe work practices.
- Our training is aligned with current Federal OSHA regulations for confined spaces, 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA, making sure construction sites follow required safety and health rules for confined spaces.
- Experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of confined spaces, their hazards, and prevention are part of the team that develops this course.
- Learners are issued a certificate of completion that attests to their successful completion of the OSHA Competent Person for Confined Spaces Training course.
- We provide online, in-person, and virtual training options so employers can select the one that best accommodates their team's schedule and learning style.
OSHA's confined space regulations do not specify a set frequency for training renewal, unlike some other OSHA regulations. However, industry best practices suggest providing Competent Persons with Confined Space Training at least once every two years.
Additionally, OSHA Standards require employers to provide training to affected employees in the following instances.
- Prior to the employee beginning work in a confined space.
- When there is a change in an employee’s duties while working in a confined space.
- When a change in operations introduces a hazard not previously addressed in an employee's confined space training course.
- If the employer has reason to believe that employees are not following entry procedures properly or that their understanding/use of the methods is insufficient.
OSHA requires two annual actions related to confined spaces: (1) Employers must review the permit program annually, and (2) Rescue personnel must conduct practice rescues at least once a year.
- Supervisors responsible for confined space operations
- Safety officers and compliance managers
- Construction site Competent Persons
- Crew leads and foremen
- Workers assigned to confined space entry or rescue teams
Validity: The Confined Space Competent Person Training course certificate is valid for two years.
Renewal: Competent Persons must renew or retake the course every two years to maintain compliance and stay up-to-date with current best practices.
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