WSQ Supervise Work in Confined Space Operation (SWICSO)
The WSQ Process Industry Framework is a generic framework that targeted at training and skill-up workers for the process industry as well related industries. The framework comprises common cross-cutting occupational skill sets for operations, supervisory and managerial level workers across all sectors of the industry. Qualifications would be designed to take into consideration needs of the industry as well as progression articulation for workers.
1. Identify duties and responsibilities of a Confined Space Supervisor under the WSH legislations and Codes of Practice
2. Identify, prevent and control confined space hazards
3. Carry out and comply with the requirements of a Confined space Entry Permit System using a systematic approach
4. Apply Gas Detection Instruments and other control measures when working in confined space
5. Implement the safe use of personal protective equipment and respiratory protective equipment when working in a confined space
6.Assist in implementing an Emergency Response Plan
The job role(s) / occupations that this unit would be relevant to may include the following parties related to / in the process industry: • Supervisor • Rescue personnel • Manager • Company Safety Personnel • Engineers • Technician / Operators
Learners are assumed to:
Have basic supervision skills
Have basic knowledge of the Singapore Workplace Safety and Health requirements
Have basic knowledge of Safety management system
Have basic knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Be able to follow written and oral work instructions
Be able to listen, read, speak and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Employability Skills System (ESS) level 5
Be able to manipulate numbers at a proficiency level equivalent to Employability Skills System (ESS) level 5