Realistic confined space training

Confined space working is taken very seriously by the British Airports Authority. In addition to those who are required to work in service subways, manholes and drains, the engineers and managers who issue the permits are also required to undergo confined space training. To ensure as realistic an environment as possible, the BAA Rescue Services Team at London Heathrow uses Draeger's purposebuilt Training Centre at Blyth.

Craig Sear, at London's Heathrow, explains, "We believe that our senior maintenance managers and airport duty engineers should be trained to the same level as the people to whom they issue confined space working permits. This ensures that they not only understand the environment but they also understand the hazards and the complications that can arise."