Course Overview
WAM Training’s Basic Confined Space Entry Course covers the basics of confined space entry and ensures that you’re meeting the training requirements for individuals needing to enter and work in confined spaces as outlined in Australian Standard AS2865 Confined spaces. This course is condensed into one day because the maximum group size is limited to 6.
What Unit of Competency is covered during the Basic Confined Space Entry Course?
Our Basic Confined Space Entry Course covers the following Unit of Competency:
Who can enrol into our Basic Confined Space Entry Course?
To be eligible to enrol into our Basic Confined Space Entry Course, you must:
- Be a minimum 18 years of age
- Have a valid USI (you can create one for free or look yours up at www.usi.gov.au)
- Weigh no more than 120kg (this is the limit of our fall arrest systems)
- Not be fearful of heights
Experience working around confined spaces is preferred, but not essential.
It’s important that you’re able to speak English clearly and be able to understand and complete worksite documentation relevant to confined space entry. Additionally, many of our courses involve practical tasks which require the physical capability to operate machinery, climb ladders, handle tools, perform manual handling and move within confined, elevated or awkward spaces. If you would like to discuss, please contact WAM Training by calling 1800 143 343.
Basic Confined Space Entry Course Registration
To register for the Basic Confined Space Entry Course, simply follow these steps:
Step 1
Choose your preferred course date.
Step 2
Fill in your details and complete the payment process.
Step 3
Check your inbox for your booking confirmation email.
Course Dates
There’s plenty of flexibility when it comes to booking a course with WAM Training. Choose from one of the options below, or enquire about having a private course conducted on your site. And don’t forget – Credit Account Holders can use their promo codes to save 10% when booking online!
The Basic Confined Space Entry Courses listed below are delivered at 56 Dohertys Road, Laverton North, VIC 3026.
Upcoming Workshops
Course Dates | Time | Available Spaces | Cost | Individual Bookings | Business Bookings |
20 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 1 | $400.00 | ||
28 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 4 | $400.00 | ||
11 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 5 | $400.00 | ||
25 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 | ||
9 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 | ||
23 July 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 | ||
6 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 | ||
20 August 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 | ||
3 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 | ||
17 September 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 | ||
8 October 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $400.00 |
Course Details
What subjects are covered in our Basic Confined Space Entry Course?
Our Basic Confined Space Entry Course covers essential topics such as:
- Identifying confined spaces
- Understanding confined space permits
- Ensuring atmospheric safety
- Conducting confined space entries
Keep reading to find out more!
Basic Confined Space Entry Course structure
Throughout this course, our expert Trainers will guide you through both theoretical and practical training to help you build the knowledge and hands-on skills required for the workplace. You’ll also complete both theoretical and practical assessments to demonstrate your competence.
Language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills requirements
Trainees must be able to speak English clearly, understand and complete worksite documentation and explain and describe issues relating to confined space entry.
Our expert Trainers will guide and support you throughout the learning process. However, please note that formal assessments are closed-book.
To give you an idea of the language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills required, here are five example questions similar in complexity to what you’ll encounter during the course:
- List four physical hazards that may be encountered when working in a confined space (excluding atmospheric hazards)
- Name two types of permits used in confined space work and briefly explain their purpose
- You check the Risk Assessment and notice gas testing requirements are missing. What should you do?
- Identify two documents that will help you determine which PPE is required for the job
- Explain why it is important to conduct continuous atmospheric testing while working in a confined space
If you’re not sure whether your Language, Literacy, Numeracy or Digital Literacy skills are suitable for this course, please contact WAM Training by calling 1800 143 343 so that we can provide you with a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Assessment to help determine your readiness.
Is additional support available?
WAM Training has the following support services available to help you succeed in your training:
- A team of Training Support Officers to guide you through enrolment and your training journey
- Access to our Training Manager, who can help schedule further training if needed
- Additional classroom-based training sessions at no extra cost
- One-on-one training available (additional fees may apply)
- Accessible facilities, including a disabled toilet and on-site parking
If you require additional support with language, literacy, numeracy or digital skills, we can refer you to both informal and formal learning options to help you prepare for your course.
We can also provide information about external support services that specialise in mental health, crisis assistance and wellbeing.
If you feel like you might need some extra support, please call WAM Training on 1800 143 343 for a chat about how we can support you.
How many other Trainees might be at my Basic Confined Space Entry Course?
WAM Training’s Basic Confined Space Entry Course has a maximum group size of 6. We are passionate about keeping our class sizes small so that you and your team receive the dedicated attention required for a successful outcome.
Basic Confined Space Entry Course locations
We run our Basic Confined Space Entry Course regularly at our Laverton North Training Facility (56 Dohertys Road, Laverton North). Additionally, we can deliver this course for your team privately at your site (Just head on over and complete our Onsite Course Enquiry Form).
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Frequently Asked Questions
WAM Training offers four courses relevant to confined space entry, so that you can choose the right course to suit your workplace:
- Basic Confined Space Entry Course – Covering the basics of confined space entry and meeting the requirements for individuals needing to work in confined spaces, this course is condensed into one day because the group size is limited to 6.
- Advanced Confined Space Entry Course – This course delves deeper into each of the confined space subjects and the Units of Competency issued to successful applicants meet the requirements of many Water Boards.
- Confined Space Refresher Course – This course is for individuals who have already completed nationally recognised confined space entry in the past, and are looking to refresh their skills to maintain training compliance with Australian Standard AS2865 Confined spaces.
- Breathing Apparatus Course – This course is dedicated entirely to training how to select, inspect and use breathing apparatus in a range of situations, including confined spaces.
If you’re not sure about what course best suits your needs, please contact us here or call 1800 143 343.
Most businesses that work with WAM Training have their staff undertake a Confined Space Refresher Course every 2 years.
Australian Standard AS2865 Confined spaces states that Persons shall be reassessed at appropriate intervals to ensure their ongoing competency to perform activities relevant to their entry and work associated with confined spaces.
Essentially, that means that retraining should be something which is planned for at an interval which takes into account the risk associated with the tasks being undertaken.
Ultimately, it is up to the employer to set a policy on how often they will retrain their staff in confined space entry.
Our Basic Confined Space Entry Course fee is $400 (GST Exempt) per person.
Upon successful completion of our Basic Confined Space Entry Course, Trainees will be issued with a Proof of Training Card as well as a Statement of Attainment validating their skills and knowledge.
WAM Training’s Basic Confined Space Entry Course takes one day, from 7:45am to 4:00pm. As soon as you make your booking, you’ll receive our Basic Confined Space Entry Course Handbook which we recommend you study before attending.
More often than not, when someone fails WAM Training’s Basic Confined Space Entry Course, it’s due to not paying attention. Our highly experienced Trainers have worked with hundreds, if not thousands of Trainees to help them become competent confined space workers. But at the end of the day, it’s up to you to pay attention and participate during your Basic Confined Space Entry Course.