Course details

South Australia’s mining, defence, and industrial maintenance sectors regularly place workers in confined spaces, from process vessels and underground infrastructure to tanks, silos, and enclosed plant rooms at facilities across the state. Under SafeWork SA requirements, anyone who enters or works in a confined space must hold nationally recognised training and operate under a documented permit-to-work system before entry.

Delivered from our Hendon training facility in Adelaide, Link Resources’ confined spaces course gives workers the practical skills and nationally recognised certification required to safely enter and work in confined spaces. Across one day of face-to-face training, participants complete all four units of competency while covering gas testing, atmospheric monitoring, hazard controls, permit procedures and emergency response planning. Training is aligned with South Australian WHS legislation and Australian Standard AS2865.

Course name

Confined Spaces Training Adelaide

Duration

1 day face-to-face

Cost

$375 per person. CITB funding available for eligible SA workers, $85 gap fee applies.

Course code

RIIWHS202E – Enter and work in confined spaces
MSMWHS217 – Gas test atmospheres
MSMPER205 – Enter confined space
MSMPER200 – Work in accordance with an issued permit

On-site & Group bookings

Available on request

Target audience

This confined spaces course is required for workers who enter, work in, or supervise confined space activities in Adelaide and across South Australia. That includes:

Mining and resources sector workers entering tanks, vessels and below-ground infrastructure at SA operations
Defence industry workers at facilities where confined space entry is required as part of maintenance or operational activities
Water and wastewater treatment operators entering chambers, tanks and process vessels across the state’s utilities network
Manufacturing and industrial maintenance workers entering enclosed plant, silos and equipment areas
Construction workers entering underground structures, tunnels and service infrastructure on SA building and civil projects

If your role requires you to enter or work in any space that is not designed for continuous human occupation, is at risk of atmospheric hazard, or has restricted means of entry and exit, this course provides the skills and certification required to do so safely and in line with current South Australian regulations.

Course delivery

Link Resources Adelaide
Unit 4/77-79 Tapleys Hill Road, Hendon SA 5014

Our Hendon facility is located approximately 10 km west of the Adelaide CBD, with easy access from Port Road. The Outer Harbor rail line provides public transport access to the area. On-site parking is available.

What to bring:

Long pants with reflective stripes
Long-sleeved high-visibility shirt with reflective stripes
Hard hat with brim
Steel-capped safety boots
Gloves
Safety glasses
Photo ID

Entry requirements

Entry into the confined spaces course requires:

Literacy in the English language
Basic physical fitness to work safely in confined spaces
Ability to use PPE correctly, including breathing apparatus if required

There are no academic prerequisites. If you have special needs, individual training support can be arranged to help meet the learning outcomes and course requirements.

Participants should be prepared to engage in practical exercises involving gas testing, hazard identification, and confined space work practices.

If the participant is under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the enrolment form on behalf of the student.

Payment Options

Payment can be made via direct bank transfer, EFTPOS, cash or cheque. For billing information, please email accounts@link-resources.com.au or call (07) 5491 2144. Please see the Link Resources Payments, Cancellations and Refund Policy for full details.

What You'll Learn

This confined space entry training course covers everything from initial classification and hazard assessment through to atmospheric testing, permit procedures, and emergency response, with practical scenarios relevant to South Australia’s mining, defence, and industrial maintenance sectors.

Topics covered include:

Applicable legislation and workplace procedures, including the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA) and AS2865
Defining and classifying confined spaces, from process vessels and underground infrastructure to tanks, silos, and enclosed plant rooms at mining and defence facilities
Hazard identification and risk assessment for atmospheric, physical, and engulfment hazards common in SA’s resources and industrial sectors
Atmospheric monitoring and gas testing, covering equipment use, readings interpretation, and alarm response protocols for multi-gas environments
Isolation, lockout/tagout, and ventilation procedures for mining, defence, and industrial plant
Permit-to-work systems and documentation in line with AS2865 and SafeWork SA requirements
Entry team roles, responsibilities, and communication: authorised entrant, standby person, and entry supervisor
Emergency procedures and rescue coordination, including non-entry rescue procedures
Practical scenarios from mining, defence, water and wastewater, and industrial maintenance environments

Assessment combines written and practical components, both assessed against national competency standards. Successful completion results in nationally recognised certification required for confined space entry work.

CITB Funding Available

South Australian workers in the building and construction industry may be eligible for CITB funding for this course.

CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) is a whole-of-industry led organisation that provides support to attract, train and retain South Australian building and construction workers through leadership in training and skills development. CITB funding is available for this course, which may reduce the cost of training for eligible workers and their employers.

Find out more about CITB funding for this course

Why Choose Link Resources

Purpose-built Adelaide training facility

Our Hendon centre is equipped with dedicated confined space training areas and atmospheric monitoring equipment. Participants work through practical exercises in a controlled, safe environment using industry-standard equipment.

CITB funding available for eligible SA workers

South Australian workers in the building and construction industry may be eligible for CITB funding for this course, significantly reducing the cost of training. A gap fee of $85 applies to funded enrolments. Call us to confirm eligibility before booking.

Nationally recognised qualifications

As a registered training organisation, the units completed in this course are nationally recognised and accepted across every Australian state and territory, giving you qualifications that stay with you wherever work takes you.

Trainers with real industry backgrounds

Our trainers come from construction, mining, utilities, emergency services, and industrial maintenance industries, so they have worked in the environments they teach about. Expect plain language, industry-relevant scenarios, and a focus on what is required when you are on site.

Practical training built around real work

Every element of this course is designed to be applied on the job. From running gas tests to completing permit paperwork and executing safe entry procedures, you will leave with skills you can use immediately.

Relied on by businesses across Adelaide and South Australia

From mining and resources operations to defence contractors and industrial maintenance teams, organisations across Adelaide and South Australia choose Link Resources because our training is consistent, compliant, and built around what workers require in the field.

Need something different? Call us on 07 5491 2144

Our locations

Link Resources has purpose-built training facilities all across Australia to meet your specific training requirements.

Gippsland

48a Standing Drive, Traralgon East VIC 3844

Sunshine Coast

8 Technology Drive, Warana QLD 4575

Brisbane

18/229 Junction Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170

Moreton Bay

Neilson Road, Kurwongbah QLD 4503

Adelaide

Unit 4/77-79 Tapleys Hill Road, Hendon SA 5014

Devonport

14 Loone Lane, Spreyton TAS 7310

Launceston

55 Oakden Road, Prospect TAS 7250

Melbourne

24/94 Keys Road, Cheltenham VIC 3192

Frequently Asked Questions

How often does confined space certification need to be renewed?

While the nationally recognised units do not technically expire, many employers, principal contractors, and site operators require workers to complete refresher training every two to three years to stay current with procedures, legislation, and site expectations.

What kinds of spaces are considered confined spaces?

Confined spaces can include tanks, pits, tunnels, silos, pipelines, stormwater drains, pump stations, vaults, and enclosed plant areas. These spaces are generally not designed for continuous occupancy and may contain hazardous atmospheres or have restricted entry and exit points.

What happens if I have never used gas testing equipment before?

That is completely fine. The course is designed to cover both the theory and practical use of atmospheric monitoring equipment, including how to test for hazardous gases and interpret readings before entering a confined space.

Is this course eligible for CITB funding in South Australia?

Yes. South Australian workers in the building and construction industry may be eligible for CITB funding for this course. Visit citb.org.au or call us on 07 5491 2144 to confirm eligibility before booking.

What are the main hazards in confined space work?

Confined spaces carry risks that aren’t always present in normal work areas, including toxic or flammable atmospheres, oxygen deficiency, engulfment, and limited ways to get in or out in an emergency. These hazards have to be identified and controlled before anyone enters. Read our full breakdown of confined space hazards and how to manage them for the specific controls and training requirements.