At  Dangle Academy
 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, we deliver a focused and informative Confined Space Awareness Training Course for workers who may operate in or near confined or restricted spaces. This classroom-based half-day course helps attendees recognise what constitutes a confined space, understand the dangers involved, and follow correct safety protocols in line with the Confined Spaces Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1999.
This awareness-level training does not involve physical entry into confined spaces. Making it ideal as an induction or refresher course for operatives and supervisors alike.
Confined Space Awareness Course Information
Confined Space Awareness Training Duration
Half-Day (4 Hours)
Key Modules of the Confined Space Awareness Course
Our course introduces legal definitions, real-life risks, and practical control measures based on UK legislation including the Confined Spaces Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1999 and the Safety at Work (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 along other relevant HSE guidance. These regulations place a duty on employers to ensure that work in confined spaces is carried out safely by competent persons and that appropriate training is provided.
What You’ll Learn in the Confined Space Awareness Course
Confined Space Awareness Course Topics Covered
Definition and legal criteria of a confined space
Typical examples: tanks, silos, ducts, pits, and voids
Common hazards: gases, fumes, oxygen deficiency, engulfment
Risk assessment principles for confined space work
Permit-to-work systems and entry protocols
Atmospheric testing overview
Ventilation and control measures
Emergency and rescue planning
Roles and responsibilities (entrant, attendant, supervisor)
Case studies of confined space incidents and lessons learned
Who Should Attend the Confined Space Awareness Course?
Recommended for Roles Including:
Rope access operatives and rescue teams
Maintenance and utilities teams
Construction workers
Telecom, water, and drainage engineers
Health and Safety managers
Fabric maintenance and site supervisors
This is an introductory awareness course – no prior confined space entry or technical experience is required.
Confined Space Awareness Learning Outcomes
By the End of the Confined Space Awareness Training, Delegates Will Be Able To:
Recognise what defines a confined space under UK law
Identify potential hazards and health risks
Understand roles and safe systems of work
Apply basic safety principles for confined space operations
Contribute to emergency preparedness and planning
Support compliance with legal and organisational safety duties
Confined Space Awareness Training Course Prerequisites
Confined Space Awareness Entry Requirements
No previous confined space training required
Delegates should have basic English literacy (spoken and written)
Classroom-based training – no PPE or equipment handling necessary
Suitable for all sectors, including industrial, fabric maintenance, and construction
Confined Space Awareness Assessment & Certification
Assessment & Certification Format
✅ Multiple-choice quiz to check understanding
✅ Group-based discussion and practical scenario analysis
✅ Instructor feedback and wrap-up Q&A
All successful attendees will receive:
🎓 Confined Space Awareness Certificate
Valid for 3 years
Issued by Dangle Academy, Belfast
Recognised across Northern Ireland and the UK
Suitable for compliance records and HSE audit evidence
Refresher training is advised every 1–3 years depending on workplace risks and individual circumstances.
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