Operational Safety

Confined Spaces (for the competent person)

Assess entry, authorize the permit and lead the rescue.

  • Online
  • 8 hours
  • Level: Moderate
  • Spanish and English
  • Verifiable certificate
Instructor: Anselmy Castañeda

When you finish, you’ll be able to

  • Understand the critical hazards associated with confined spaces
  • Identify and classify confined spaces
  • Apply entry permit systems
  • Perform safe atmospheric monitoring
  • Implement critical controls (LOTO, ventilation, isolation)
  • Define roles and responsibilities on the job
  • Establish rescue protocols
  • Make decisions as a Competent Person in the field

Confined spaces are among the highest-risk environments in industry, where a wrong decision can result in serious or fatal incidents.

The Confined Spaces course (for the competent person) is designed to develop the competencies needed to identify hazards, assess risks and safely supervise work in confined spaces, in accordance with standards such as OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 and 1926 Subpart AA.

This program is taught by Anselmy Castañeda, a professional with training in Occupational Safety and experience in high-risk industrial operations, through Global Safety Solutions.

Training scope

The course provides the tools needed to perform the role of Competent Person, including:

  • Atmospheric and physical hazard assessment
  • Hazardous energy control
  • Supervision of safe entries
  • Emergency coordination

It does not include certification as a rescuer, but it covers key fundamentals of emergency response.

Methodology

  • Course structured in progressive modules
  • Technical approach based on OSHA regulations
  • Real cases of confined space incidents
  • Field-oriented practical application
  • Module assessments and final exam

This training includes

  • Full access to the course
  • OSHA-based technical material
  • Module assessments
  • Final exam
  • Digital certificate
  • Access during the training period

Curriculum

  • 9modules
  • 58videos
  • 8hours
  • 6module exams
  • Final exam

You see the full curriculum when you enroll.

Who is it for?

  • Work supervisors
  • Industrial technicians and operators
  • HSE / Industrial Safety personnel
  • Emergency brigades
  • Industrial contractors
  • Personnel designated as Competent Person

Requirements

  • No prior experience is required Basic knowledge of industrial safety or field experience is recommended.

Your instructor

Anselmy Castañeda

Anselmy Castañeda

Instructor · Web Developer · Graphic and Audiovisual Design · Occupational Health and Safety (A.A.S.)

Occupational Health and Safety graduate (A.A.S.) with knowledge of OSHA standards, Process Safety Management (PSM) and CCPS guidelines. Co-founder of Global Safety Solutions, where he develops and delivers occupational and process safety training programs (H2S Awareness and Confined Space courses). He is also a graphic and audiovisual designer, marketing specialist and web developer: he produces GSS's training videos, brand identity and digital platforms. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety.

CCPS-FHSE

Your certificate

  • You get it when you pass the final exam, as a PDF.
  • Anyone can verify it with its unique code, in seconds.
  • Refresher recommended every year.
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Before you buy

Discounts

💲 Price and Special Discount:

The course has a regular price of $80 USD.

🎯 Exclusive discount for Venezuela:
To support professional development in the region, a special price is offered of:

👉 $60 USD for participants taking the course from Venezuela.

Condition to qualify for the discount:
The participant must provide a copy or image of their valid Venezuelan Cédula de Identidad (ID card) at the time of registration.

📌 This information will be used solely to validate eligibility for the discount.

⚠ Important:

  • The discount is personal and non-transferable.
  • Global Safety Solutions reserves the right to verify the information provided.
  • If the information is incorrect or cannot be verified, access may be restricted until the corresponding validation is completed.
Terms and conditions

TERMS AND CONDITIONS – COURSE START
Competent Person – Confined Spaces
Global Safety Solutions (GSS)

1. Acceptance of terms
By starting the course, the participant confirms that they have read and accept these Terms and Conditions. Accessing and using the content implies full acceptance of this agreement.


2. Course access and use
Access to the course is personal, individual and non-transferable.
The participant is responsible for keeping their credentials confidential.

Sharing access with third parties is not permitted.


3. Access period
The participant will have a limited period of access to the course (up to 120 days), within which they must complete the content and the final assessment.


4. Participant responsibilities
The participant is responsible for:

  • Completing the course content
  • Reviewing the material properly
  • Meeting the established timeframes

Applying the knowledge responsibly in their work environment


5. Assessment and passing
To pass the course, the participant must:

  • Complete the content
  • Take the final exam
  • Obtain a minimum score of 70%

The system will record the exam attempt for validation.


6. Academic integrity (Anti-fraud)
The participant agrees to:

  • Take the exam individually
  • Not receive unauthorized outside help
  • Not copy or distribute course or exam content

In the event of irregularities, Global Safety Solutions may void the result or restrict access.


7. Certification
Upon passing the course, the participant will receive a digital certificate issued by Global Safety Solutions (GSS).

The certificate attests to successful completion of the course, but does not replace additional hands-on training requirements or certifications required by regulations or employers.


8. Limitation of liability
The course content is based on industrial safety standards and best practices.

The participant acknowledges that the correct application of the knowledge depends on actual operating conditions; therefore, Global Safety Solutions is not liable for misuse of the information.


9. Use of content
All course content is the property of Global Safety Solutions.

Its reproduction, distribution or commercial use without prior authorization is prohibited.


10. Platform availability
Global Safety Solutions does not guarantee continuous and uninterrupted availability of the system. Interruptions may occur due to maintenance or technical causes.


11. User conduct
The participant agrees not to:

  • Attempt to breach the platform
  • Impersonate others
  • Use the system for improper purposes

Non-compliance may result in suspension of access.


12. Changes
Global Safety Solutions reserves the right to update these terms at any time.


Contact:
Global Safety Solutions (GSS)
Email: global@gsafetys.com

Other payment options

To make payments in Venezuelan bolívares, please contact us at: +1 (305) 897-0021

Frequently asked questions

Is the certificate verifiable?

Yes. When you complete the training you receive a certificate that can be verified online: it carries a unique code and a QR code so anyone can check it.

What language is the training in?

The platform and support are available in Spanish and English, in your language.

Do I need prior experience?

No, beyond what is noted under “Requirements”. The training is built to guide you step by step.

How do I get my certificate?

Complete the training and pass the assessment; your certificate is issued, downloadable and verifiable online.

Is it a one-time payment?

Yes: one-time payment, no subscription. This training is refreshed every year: when your certificate is about to expire you can renew it (it is bought again). Checkout is completed securely and encrypted.

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