Manhole Watcher

Manhole Watcher is a one-day course for the standby attendant (top man) who stays outside a manhole or other confined space while others work inside. Delegates learn permit-to-work and gas-testing requirements, ventilation, the watcher’s duties, how to summon help and how to support a rescue without becoming a casualty, with a practical rescue session. Entrants and supervisors should also take Confined Space Entry; rescue teams should take Confined Space Rescue.

Book this course: courses can be run at our training centre in Dubai or on your site. Call +971 58 815 0808, email info@cibmars.com or use our contact page for dates and a quotation.

Course facts

Duration	One day
Intended for	Workers appointed as Manhole Watchers / Top Men (standby attendants) supporting confined space entry.
Delivery	CIB MARS training centre in Dubai, or on your site

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Overview
Course Outline

DESCRIPTION:

Manhole Watcher Course is a comprehensive, one day course designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to work as a Manhole Watcher or Top Man for any confined space, such as manholes, shafts, chambers, excavations, duct systems, tanks etc.

INTENDED FOR:

Workers appointed as Manhole Watchers / Top Men (standby attendants) supporting confined space entry.

AIMS / OBJECTIVES:

Course is designed for staff members who are appointed as Manhole watchers. Delegates will learn the basic concept of confined space entry exit procedures, PTW requirements and gas testing for their premises, various type of rescue apparatus and rescue methods.

Understand current local legislation regarding confined space
Recognizing types of confined spaces and their associated hazards
Implement rescue procedures to reduce potential risk
The safe use and maintenance of working breathing apparatus (BA)

COURSE CONTENTS:

Introduction
Definitions and types of confined spaces
PTW Requirements, Legal Standards
Various Hazards within the Confined Space
HIRA
Ventilation (LEV, Dilution)
Confined Space entry preparation
Duties and Responsibilities of Manhole Watcher
Emergency Rescue Apparatus
Difference of rescuer and would be rescuer
Standby / Rescue Summon
Practical session (Providing physical rescue (dummy), use of rescue apparatus)

LEARNING METHODOLOGY:

There will be a dynamic blend of the following:

Facilitator-led Presentations (In person)
Syndicate/group Work
Individual Action Plans
Skill Building Exercises
Application Activities & Role Plays

DURATION:

ONE DAY

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

Practical and theoretical assessment to evaluate the familiarity of the candidates with the requirements/ procedures.