Course details

Queensland’s mining services, utilities, and civil construction sectors regularly place workers in confined spaces — from underground service pits and stormwater infrastructure to industrial tanks, process vessels, and enclosed plant rooms. SafeWork Queensland requires all workers who enter confined spaces to hold nationally recognised training before doing so, and to operate under a documented permit-to-work system.

Link Resources delivers confined spaces training in Brisbane at our Cannon Hill facility, a practical, one-day course covering atmospheric gas testing, hazard identification, permit procedures, and emergency response. You’ll complete four units of competency in a single day, meeting your obligations under QLD WHS legislation and 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 course is mandatory for any worker who enters or supervises entry into a confined space. In Brisbane and across Queensland, that includes:

Mining services and resources workers entering tanks, vessels, and below-ground infrastructure
Civil construction workers entering stormwater systems, tunnels, and service pits
Water and wastewater treatment operators entering chambers and process vessels
Utilities workers (gas, electricity, telecommunications) working in below-ground infrastructure
Industrial maintenance workers in manufacturing and processing facilities

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 entry and exit — this course meets your legislative obligation under the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (Qld) and AS2865.

Course delivery

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

Parking is available on site. Cannon Hill is accessible via the Gateway Motorway and is approximately 10 km from the Brisbane CBD.

Public transport options are several bus stops along Junction Road and nearby Wynnum Road within a short walk, serviced by frequent routes including 230, 232, 235 and P231 providing direct connections to the Brisbane CBD, Carindale and surrounding suburbs, while Cannon Hill Railway Station (Cleveland Line) is also close by.

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 (sunglasses are okay)
Sunscreen

Entry requirements

Entry into the confined spaces course requires:

Literacy in the English language
Basic physical fitness is required 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. Students will be required to obtain the following PPE to complete their practical assessment and to wear it as part of the requirements for their final assessment.

Payment Options

Please see the Link Resources, Payments, Cancellations and Refund Policy below in Student Information for all details on Payments for your course.

Payment can be made via direct bank transfer, EFTPOS, cash or cheque. For billing information, including who to write a cheque to, please email accounts@link-resources.com.au or call (07) 5491 2144.

What You'll Learn

This course covers the full scope of confined space entry, from identifying and classifying spaces through to gas testing, permit procedures, and emergency response. Training meets the requirements of SafeWork Queensland and the Australian Standard AS2865 for confined spaces.

Topics covered:

Applicable legislation and workplace procedures
Defining and classifying confined spaces
Hazard identification and risk assessment
Atmospheric monitoring and gas testing methods
Isolation, lockout/tagout, and ventilation procedures
Permit-to-work systems and documentation
Roles and responsibilities within the entry team
Rescue planning and emergency response
Industry case studies and practical scenarios

Assessment includes both written and practical components assessed to national competency standards.

Why choose Link Resources for your confined spaces training in Brisbane?

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Purpose-built Brisbane training facility

Our Morningside centre has purpose-built confined space areas and gas-testing equipment, so participants can get real, hands-on experience in a safe and controlled setting.

Nationally recognised training

Our confined space training meets Australian standards and is accepted across every state and territory, so your certification travels with you no matter where work takes you.

Experienced industry trainers

With backgrounds in construction, resources, utilities and emergency services, our trainers understand the realities of confined space work. They explain the requirements in everyday language and focus on what workers genuinely need on the job.

Practical, job-ready learning

Training is hands-on and focused on real work situations. Participants practise hazard identification, gas testing, permit procedures and safe entry techniques so they can step onto site ready to apply what they’ve learnt.

Flexible delivery options

You’re welcome to join us at our Brisbane facility, or we can run the training at your site if it’s suitable. It’s a simple option for businesses wanting to keep their team together and reduce downtime.

Trusted by businesses across Australia

Small teams to major operators choose Link Resources for confined space training because we deliver consistent, compliant training that helps workers stay safe and capable on the job.

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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

Do I need confined space training to work in Queensland?

If your job involves entering, monitoring or working near a confined space, most Queensland worksites will expect you to hold current confined space competencies. These units align with the Confined Spaces Code of Practice 2021 and are widely required before workers can start on-site.

How long does my confined space certification last?

There is no national expiry date for confined space units, but most employers in Queensland request refresher training every two to three years to keep workers current with procedures, equipment and safety standards.

I’ve never worked in a confined space before. Can I still enrol?

Yes. This course is designed for new and experienced workers. The program includes hands-on training, giving beginners a safe place to learn gas testing, entry processes, and permit systems.

Is breathing apparatus training included?

This course covers gas testing, permit systems and confined space entry. If you need breathing apparatus training, we offer MSMWHS216 – Operate breathing apparatus as a separate or add-on course.