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Resources - Confined Space Training

Types of Confined Spaces | Hazards in Confined Spaces | Working Safely in Confined Spaces | Confined Space Hazards in Different Industries | Confined Space Training | Confined Space Rescue | Hazard Alerts and Bulletins

The following links list publications and other resources to help with confined space issues. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.

Each person with confined space entry duties must be instructed and trained in:

  • Hazards of the confined space
  • Safe work procedures needed to properly perform their duties
The instruction should include both theory and practical hands-on training components.


Confined Space Entry Workshop

This document discusses the hazards of confined space entry, testing before entering, what should be tested for, and the regulations for confined space.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (1 MB)

Complete Confined Spaces Handbook

"This handbook provides plant managers, supervisors, safety professionals, and industrial hygienists with recommended procedures and guidance for safe entry into confined spaces."
Source: John Rekus, Lewis Publishers, Copyright 1994
* Not available online.

WorkSafe Education Network - Hazard Recognition and Control

The Hazard Recognition and Control WorkSafe Course developed by WorkSafeBC contains a module on confined space. This module introduces the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and recognition of confined space entry hazards. It is designed for joint committees and worker representatives. Each person who is assigned duties or responsibilities related to entry into a confined space must receive training in the hazards of their particular workplace that are not covered in this course.

WorkSafe Courses are taught by the WorkSafe Education Network.

Confined Spaces: The Basics

In this e-course you will learn about confined spaces, the identification and control of hazards that can be encountered, and key steps to working safely.
Source: CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety)
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Confined Space Management

In this e-course you will learn the essential components of a confined space program in the workplace, as well as emergency preparedness, due diligence and best practices.
Source: CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety)
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