City and Guilds Level 3 Award in Supervising Teams Undertaking Work in Confined Spaces (6160-05)

The City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Supervising Teams Undertaking Work in Confined Spaces (6160-05) is ideal for supervisors of confined spaces. It includes planning and allocating activities for a team, pre-entry procedures, entry into and exit from the confined space, selection of personnel, maintaining communications, and initiating and controlling emergency procedures.

Course overview

The City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Supervising Teams Undertaking Work in Confined Spaces (6160-05) is ideal for supervisors of confined spaces. It includes planning and allocating activities for a team, pre-entry procedures, entry into and exit from the confined space, selection of personnel, maintaining communications, and initiating and controlling emergency procedures.

Course duration

This course is typically delivered over 2 to 3 days, combining classroom-based learning with practical exercises and assessments.

Course content

The training provides supervisors with the essential knowledge and leadership skills needed to manage confined space teams effectively, including:

  • Roles and responsibilities of a confined space supervisor
  • Planning and coordinating safe work activities
  • Conducting and reviewing risk assessments
  • Monitoring team performance and maintaining safety standards
  • Implementing permit-to-work systems
  • Managing communication and emergency arrangements

Assessment

Learners are assessed through a practical observation and internally marked short answer question paper written to demonstrate understanding of confined space safety principles and procedures in accordance with City & Guilds requirements.

Qualification & certification

Successful candidates will be awarded the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Supervising Teams Undertaking Work in Confined Spaces (6160-05). This recognised qualification demonstrates a high level of competence in supervising confined space teams and ensures compliance with current health and safety regulations.