Course details

Queensland’s mining services, civil construction, and utilities sectors regularly place workers in confined spaces, from underground service pits and stormwater infrastructure to industrial tanks, process vessels, and enclosed plant rooms. Under SafeWork Queensland 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 Cannon Hill training facility in Brisbane, 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 Queensland WHS legislation and Australian Standard AS2865.

Course name

Confined Spaces Training Brisbane

Duration

1 day face-to-face

Cost

$350 per person

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 across Brisbane and wider Queensland. That includes:

Mining services and resources workers entering tanks, vessels and below-ground infrastructure at Queensland operations
Civil construction workers entering stormwater systems, tunnels, underground service pits and culverts on Brisbane and regional Queensland projects
Water and wastewater treatment operators entering chambers, pump stations and process vessels
Utilities crews working in gas, electricity and telecommunications infrastructure below ground
Industrial maintenance workers in manufacturing and processing facilities across South East Queensland

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 Queensland regulations.

Course delivery

Link Resources Brisbane
18/229 Junction Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170

Our Cannon Hill facility is approximately 10 km from the Brisbane CBD, with easy access from the Gateway Motorway and Wynnum Road. 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
Sunscreen
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 drawn from Queensland’s civil construction, mining services, and utilities sectors.

Topics covered include:

Applicable legislation and workplace procedures, including the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld) and AS2865
Defining and classifying confined spaces, from underground service pits and stormwater infrastructure to industrial tanks, process vessels, and enclosed plant rooms
Hazard identification and risk assessment for atmospheric, physical, and engulfment hazards common in Queensland civil and resources environments
Atmospheric monitoring and gas testing, covering equipment use, readings interpretation, and alarm response protocols, including hydrogen sulphide and methane in stormwater and sewage systems
Isolation, lockout/tagout, and ventilation procedures for civil construction and utilities infrastructure
Permit-to-work systems and documentation in line with AS2865 and SafeWork Queensland 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 services, civil construction, stormwater infrastructure, and utilities 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.

Why Choose Link Resources

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Purpose-built Brisbane training facility

Our Cannon Hill 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.

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 services, utilities, emergency services, and civil infrastructure 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.

Flexible delivery to suit your team

Join a session at our Cannon Hill facility, or talk to us about bringing the training to your site. On-site delivery is a practical option for businesses wanting to minimise disruption and keep their team training together.

Relied on by businesses across Brisbane and Queensland

From civil construction contractors to mining services companies and utilities providers, organisations across Brisbane and Queensland 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.

Sunshine Coast

8 Technology Drive, Warana QLD 4575

Brisbane

18/229 Junction Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170

Kurwongbah

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

FAQS

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.

What are SafeWork Queensland's requirements for confined space entry permits?

SafeWork Queensland requires a documented entry permit before any worker enters a confined space. The permit must specify the hazards identified, the controls in place, the atmospheric test results, and the names of the authorised entrants and standby person. This course includes MSMPER200 and MSMPER205, covering both permit issuing and operating under permit conditions in line with the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld) and AS2865.