Working Near Water and Confined Spaces Rescue
Rescue attempts kill more people than the original incidents in confined space and water work. This course covers planning for retrieval before entry and equipping teams to rescue without becoming casualties.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Why rescuers become the second casualty
- 02Planning rescue before entry is authorised
- 03Atmospheric hazards, monitoring and drowning risk
- 04Retrieval systems, harnesses and rescue equipment
- 05Standby personnel, communication and alarm
- 06Non entry rescue and when entry rescue is unavoidable
- 07Training, drills and maintaining rescue capability
What you will gain
- Plan rescue arrangements before any entry
- Select and maintain retrieval and rescue equipment
- Recognise atmospheric and drowning hazards
- Establish standby, communication and alarm arrangements
- Execute a non entry rescue where possible
- Train and drill rescue teams realistically
Who should attend
- Confined space entrants and standby personnel
- Rescue team members
- Safety officers and supervisors
- Emergency response coordinators
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 to 28 Oct 2026 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 16 to 18 Nov 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 24 to 26 Nov 2026 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 22 to 24 Feb 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 27 to 29 Apr 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 12 to 14 Jul 2027 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
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- Health, Safety & Environment
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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