Enter and Work in Confined Spaces Refresher

This refresher is delivered 100% online through our learning portal. After enrolment, you’ll receive immediate access credentials via email.

The assessment consists of a series of quizzes covering the core competencies of confined spaces work. You can complete the course at your own pace within the 30-day access window. Most students complete in 1–2 hours of focused study.

Once you’ve finished the quizzes, email us a copy of your existing SOA (dated after 2015) for verification. Statement of Attainment is issued within 1–2 business days of receiving correct documentation.

For site supervisors and authorised personnel: Authorised personnel should view both the individual’s original Statement of Attainment for these units in addition to this Statement of Completion confirming induction currency has been maintained via completion of the refresher course.

RIIWHS202E — Enter and work in confined spaces

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries. Appropriate for those working in operational roles undertaking work in confined spaces.

MSMPER205 — Enter confined space

This unit covers the procedures and competencies for safely entering a confined space environment, including pre-entry checks, monitoring, and following defined entry protocols.

MSMPER200 — Work in accordance with an issued permit

This unit covers the requirements for working under an issued work permit, including interpreting permit conditions, compliance with permit requirements, and reporting obligations.

The refresher assessment requires you to demonstrate current knowledge of:

• Obtaining appropriate entry permit and instructions for performing work in a confined space
• Interpreting and applying safe work method statements
• Applying tagging and lock-out
• Selecting, wearing and caring for personal protective equipment applicable to all tasks and environments identified
• Entering the confined space
• Using atmospheric monitoring devices prior to entering the confined space
• Working in the confined space
• Using atmospheric monitoring devices during confined space activity
• Applying safe materials handling methods
• Exiting the confined space
• Removing tagging and lock-out

Refresher training is recommended every 2 years for confined spaces, in line with Australian Safe Work Standard 2865 and updates to WHS Regulations and relevant Codes of Practice.

This Statement of Attainment doesn’t have an expiry date, but most worksites and employers expect currency to be maintained. Given the high-risk nature of confined spaces work, regular refreshing is essential for both compliance and safe practice.

If you’ve already completed equivalent units of competency with another RTO, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (no fee, no reassessment required) or Recognition of Prior Learning (assessment of existing skills and experience).

Both options must be applied for before commencement of training delivery. Speak to our enrolment team about your existing qualifications when booking — we’ll help identify what may be eligible.

Learn more about RPL & Credit Transfer →

We provide reasonable adjustments and additional support for students who need it, including:

• Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support during course delivery
• Reasonable adjustments for students with disability or specific learning needs
• Wellbeing support — referrals to Beyond Blue, Lifeline, and other appropriate services if you’re experiencing personal difficulties
• Trainer support throughout your course

Contact our team before enrolment to discuss any support needs — we’ll work with you to ensure you’re set up to succeed.

Standard refund and cancellation policy applies. If you don’t hold the prerequisite unit(s) of competency, your enrolment will be withdrawn and refunded less a $50 administration fee.

Full details are available on our Refund Policy page — please review before enrolling.