Authorised Person Confined Space Course (Commercial & MOD)

At Phoenix Emergency Response Consultancy, we deliver professional Authorised Person (AP) Confined Space Training for both Commercial Industry and the Ministry of Defence (MOD) sectors. Our courses are designed for individuals responsible for planning, supervising, and managing confined space operations in line with current UK legislation and industry best practice.

Whether you operate within construction, utilities, facilities management, defence infrastructure, manufacturing, or high-risk industrial environments, our training develops competent personnel capable of safely controlling confined space activities and implementing effective safe systems of work.

Commercial & MOD Authorised Person Confined Space Training

Our Authorised Person Confined Space course is designed around the requirements of:

ACOP l101
Confined Space Regulations 1997
JSP 375 Volume 3 Chapter 6
Safe Systems of Work
Permit to Work Procedures
Emergency Rescue Planning
Risk Assessment & Dynamic Risk Management

This course is ideal for personnel who are required to act as an Authorised Person for confined space operations, including those working on MOD contracts, defence estates, utilities infrastructure, industrial shutdowns, and commercial confined space activities.

What the Course Covers

Our AP Confined Space training includes:

Roles and responsibilities of the Authorised Person
Confined space legislation and legal duties
Hazard identification and risk assessment
Permit to Work systems
Development of Safety Programmes
Isolation procedures and controls
Gas monitoring and atmospheric hazards
Emergency arrangements in line with Regulation 5
Contractor management and supervision
Practical planning exercises and realistic scenarios

Unlike “tick-box” training, our courses focus on real-world application, competence, and decision-making in high-risk environments.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

Site Managers
Supervisors
Responsible Persons
Facilities Management Teams
MOD Personnel
Principal Contractors
Engineers
Utilities Personnel
Health & Safety Professionals
Anyone managing confined space work activities

Why Choose Phoenix Emergency Response Consultancy?

At Phoenix Emergency Response Consultancy, we pride ourselves on delivering engaging, practical, and professionally structured training courses that prepare delegates for real operational environments.

Our training offers:

Experienced industry trainers
Commercial and MOD sector knowledge
Realistic confined space scenarios
Practical planning exercises
Small course sizes for better engagement
UK-based training delivery
On-site delivery available nationwide
Professional course materials and support

We understand the operational pressures faced by organisations working in high-risk environments and tailor our training to meet both compliance requirements and operational realities.