Confined Space Training Courses
City & Guilds Confined Space Training Courses
Severn Access offer City & Guilds Accredited confined space training courses in Plymouth, South West of England.
Working safely in confined spaces demands more than just basic awareness. These environments present some of the most hazardous workplace environments to be found in UK industry. Without the correct training, a simple task can easily escalate into a life-threatening situation.
At Severn Access, we're proud to offer industry-leading confined space training courses that equip you with the skills and accreditation required to perform work in hazardous, high-risk environments. Our training courses are accredited by City & Guilds: the benchmark for quality and compliance in the UK, and delivered by experienced instructors who posses years of front-line rescue experience.
Courses are delivered at our purpose-built training centre in Plymouth which simulates real-world confined spaces. Our courses blend practical hands-on training with theoretical in-classroom teaching for a comprehensive learning experience.
Level 2 Award in Working in High Risk Confined Spaces (6160 03)
This three-day course prepares workers to enter and operate safely in high-risk environments, such as those with unpredictable atmospheres, potential flooding, or complex entry/exit conditions. It includes practical training in equipment use, emergency procedures, and risk management. Assessment combines practical observation and theoretical testing, ensuring competency under national standards.
Level 3 Working as a Member of a Rescue & Recovery Team in Confined Spaces (6160 08)
This 3-day course is aimed at workers who may need to lead or participate in emergency rescue and recovery operations in confined spaces, this course teaches safe rescue techniques, casualty management, and coordination under pressure. It’s essential for fire service personnel, response teams, and site managers in industries like construction, utilities, and manufacturing.
Level 2 Award in entrant and entry controller for confined spaces (6160 09)
This two-day course trains delegates to work and supervise safely in medium-risk confined spaces, such as sewers, tanks, or tunnels where ventilation and escape routes exist but are limited. It’s recognised as the Water Industry Standard, ensuring consistent, high-quality training accepted across UK utilities. Participants must be 18 or older, medically fit, and able to use a full body harness and safety gear.
Why Choose a City & Guilds Training Course?
City & Guilds set the gold standard when it comes to confined space training. This is because training courses certified by City & Guilds are developed in line with the latest industry regulations, and carry official approval from leading industry experts and awarding bodies. As a result, they are universally recognised by employers as proof of best practice and competency in confined space operations.
City & Guilds certifications are the benchmark by which employers assess if a worker possesses the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct work in high-risk, enclosed environments. These courses are therefore ideal for:
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Engineers and maintenance personnel
- Construction teams
- Water industry operatives
- Petrochemical and industrial workers
- Emergency response personnel such as firefighters
- On-site rescue teams
- And anyone else who is required to work or supervise work in enclosed, hazardous environments.
Confined Space Training Courses At Our Dedicated Plymouth Training Centre
Our practical training takes place in our purpose-built training facility in Plymouth. Designed to simulate a range of real-world hazardous environments, the centre allows trainees to experience realistic enclosed space scenarios in a safe and controlled setting.
This immersive training environment ensures that you don’t just learn the skills required, but can also apply them directly to situations that you're likely to encounter.
This allows delegates to gain both the practical skills required to navigate enclosed spaces safely and effectively, as well as the technical know-how to perform work in full compliance with The Confined Space Regulations 1997.
By practicing in these simulated settings, you will be able to develop the confidence needed to work safely and competently in demanding conditions when the pressure is on.
Fully Certified Providers
As an approved City & Guilds training centre, we deliver nationally recognised qualifications that meet all industry and regulatory requirements. Every course is taught in full compliance with the Confined Space Regulations 1997 and relevant HSE guidelines. Your certification will be credited and trusted by employers across the UK.
Experienced Instructors
Our training courses are delivered by instructors with years of frontline rescue experience. Having worked in a wide range of high-risk environments, our team brings real-world knowledge into every training session. This ensures every delegate receives expert guidance grounded in genuine industry insight.
Hands-on Training Courses
Our purpose-built training facility in Plymouth allows delegates to learn through realistic, scenario-based exercises. These mirror the challenges found in real confined space environments. This practical approach ensures you gain the confidence needed to work safely and effectively in high-pressure situations.
Why Choose Severn Access for Your Team's Training?
At Severn Access, our rope access technicians posses years of frontline confined space rescue experience. Over the course of many years, our team has developed a deep understanding of both confined spaces, and the industry regulations that surround them.
This means that when you enroll onto one of our courses, you're not just gaining an industry-leading qualification, you're gaining access to the knowledge of a team of industry experts. Here's all the reasons to choose Severn Access:
- We prioritise hands-on training to equip you with all the practical skills you need to conduct work in hazardous, enclosed environments.
- We combine this practical training with in-classroom teaching, so you can gain not just an awareness of, but a more complete understanding of The Confined Space Regulations 1997 and how these impact operations in enclosed environments.
- Together, this dual-approach to teaching ensures you receive both the practical skills and technical knowledge required to perform work in enclosed spaces confidently, and in full compliance with all industry regulations.
Upon completing one of our courses, you will gain official accreditation from City & Guilds, and be eligible to perform confined space work commensurate with the skills gained.
Industry-Recognised Training That Meets National Safety Standards
Here at Severn Access, all of our accredited training courses meet:
- City & Guilds national occupational standards.
- Approved Code of Practice (ACoP) for the Confined Space Regulations 1997.
- Best practice guidelines from the Energy and Utility Skills.
- Sector-specific safety expectations for both water and non-water industries.
- Organisational requirements for site safety, emergency response, and competence verification.
Every course we offer ensures delegates understand not only how to work in confined spaces, but also why safety controls are needed. This includes an understanding of how risks develop, and what actions must be taken to prevent or respond to danger.
Because our instructors are real rescue professionals with years of frontline experience, every session blends practical skill-building with real-world insight and deep regulatory knowledge.
Contact Severn Access To Book Your Training Today
Get in touch with Severn Access today to book onto an individual training course, or to schedule your team's training. We're ready to help prepare you to enter the world of confined space work, with an unwavering commitment to quality and professionalism.
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