At a glance

Training product: RIIWHS202D Enter and work in confined spaces (Release 4), from the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package
Type: Single unit of competency. A unit is not an AQF qualification.
Outcome: Statement of Attainment
Unit fee: Within qualification
Delivery: Online, self-paced
Provider: Delivered and assessed by CAQA, RTO 45459

About this unit

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to enter and work in confined spaces in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles undertaking work in confined spaces.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

Note: The terms Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) are equivalent and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the National Model WHS Legislation has not been implemented RTOs are advised to contextualise the unit of competency by referring to the existing State/Territory OHS legislative requirements.

Licensing and regulatory requirements. The training package notes licensing, legislative or certification requirements for this unit (see the application above). A Statement of Attainment does not on its own grant a licence. Check the requirements with the relevant state or territory regulator before you enrol; our advisers can help.

Prerequisites

The training package sets no prerequisite unit for this unit.

Where this unit counts

Qualification: BSB30719 Certificate III in Work Health and Safety

Training product status. This unit is shown as superseded on training.gov.au. It remains on the scope of registration of CAQA, RTO 45459, and is delivered as part of the qualification listed above, as their packaging requires. It is not offered as a separate single unit.

Unit information: RIIWHS202D Enter and work in confined spaces, Release 4, training.gov.au. © Commonwealth of Australia.

What's included

Learning materialsLearner guides, online resources and activities for every unit, at no extra cost.

Trainer and assessor supportQualified trainers by phone, email and scheduled webinars throughout.

Two re-assessment attemptsUp to two re-assessment attempts per unit at no extra charge.

Statement of AttainmentNationally recognised, issued within 30 calendar days of completion.

Credit toward a qualificationUnits you complete count toward any qualification that includes them.

RPL and credit transferExisting skills and prior study can reduce what you need to complete.

No enrolment feeNo application or enrolment fee. The fee shown is the full fee.

Free pre-enrolment reviewLLN and digital literacy check, plus honest advice on suitability.

Statement of Attainment

When you are assessed as competent, CAQA issues a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for RIIWHS202D Enter and work in confined spaces within 30 calendar days, provided all fees are paid and your USI is verified. The unit counts toward any qualification or skill set that includes it.

Taking two or more units that make up a skill set? Enrol in the skill set and the total is 10% less than enrolling in each unit separately.

Delivery and assessment

Modes of delivery	Online self-paced learning through the CAQA student portal, supported by scheduled trainer webinars, phone and email trainer support, and optional virtual classrooms. Workplace-based and blended arrangements are available by negotiation.
Location	Online, Australia-wide.
Commencement	Enrol any time. Intakes commence on the first Monday of every month.
Duration and amount of training	Self-paced. The amount of training for you is set out in your Pre-Enrolment Information Pack and confirmed in your Training Plan, based on the unit requirements and your existing skills and experience.
Assessment	Competency-based assessment including knowledge questions, projects, case studies and practical or workplace tasks, judged by qualified assessors against the unit's performance evidence, knowledge evidence and assessment conditions. Reasonable adjustment is available. Assessment conditions set by the training package An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and, this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and, this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and, assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and, assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and, assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or, where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and, assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows: Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations. *Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level
Third-party arrangements	This unit is delivered and assessed directly by CAQA (RTO 45459). No third-party arrangements apply. If this changes, you will be told before you enrol.

Entry requirements

Who can enrol	Learners are recommended to be at least 18 years of age and to have language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills suited to the training. Every applicant completes a free pre-enrolment review (LLN and digital literacy), and we tell you honestly whether the training suits you.
Unique Student Identifier	You need a USI before we can issue your Statement of Attainment. It is free to create and we can help. About the USI.
What you need	A computer with webcam and microphone, reliable internet and a personal email address.

Fees, payment and refunds

Unit fee	This unit is delivered as part of the qualification listed above; see the qualification page for the full course fee.
Enrolment fee	$0. No application or enrolment fee.
Other costs	No compulsory additional costs.
Payment options	Pay up to $1,500 upfront with the balance paid as your training is delivered, or use an interest-free payment plan. CAQA never holds more than $1,500 in fees for training not yet delivered.
Government funding	This unit is offered on a fee-for-service basis. VET Student Loans are not available for skill sets or single units. Contact us to check whether any government funding applies to you.
Cooling-off and refunds	Full refund within 10 business days of enrolment if training has not commenced. After commencement you pay only for training delivered; unspent prepaid fees are refunded under our Fees and Refunds policy, which also covers what happens if CAQA cannot deliver your training.

Support and recognition

Trainer and assessor support, LLN and study skills support, reasonable adjustment for disability or other needs, wellbeing referral and technical help with the student portal are available throughout. Student support and wellbeing.

If you already hold any of these units, or have the skills through work and life experience, you may not need to repeat training. CAQA offers recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfer, and recognises Statements of Attainment and qualifications issued by any RTO. RPL and credit transfer.

Your rights and our obligations

✔ Before you pay anything, you receive a written Pre-Enrolment Information Pack and Enrolment Agreement setting out the training, all fees and charges, and your rights and obligations.
✔ Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law are not affected by our policies.
✔ You can raise a complaint or appeal an assessment decision at any time: Complaints and appeals.
✔ Your personal information is handled under our Privacy Policy and reported to the NCVER as required by law.
✔ Read the Student Handbook and Enrolment terms before you enrol.