Short Course

Gas Test Atmosphere

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Overview

This gas test atmospheres course includes the theoretical and practical components to meet the skills and knowledge required to employ the correct detection and monitoring techniques of potentially hazardous gases for entering and working in confined spaces.

Duration

5 Hours

Location

Training and assessment is conducted at Competency Training facilities. Upon arrangement, training and assessment can be conducted at the premises of industry clients providing there are suitable industry training facilities.

Price

Public Course – $220 gst excluded

Corporate Course – contact us for course costings

Funding available (Eligibility Criteria applies)

Dates

Course Outline

Participants will gain the following skills and knowledge:

Types and selection of gas detectors
Sampling regimes and techniques
Inspections and maintenance
Calibration and bump tests
Risk management when sampling
Gas types
Characteristics and toxicity
Lower and upper explosive limits
Permits
Company gas testing procedures and applicable legislation

Outcomes

Unit of Competency

MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres

Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisite requirements for this course

The course is suitable for those who are required to enter and work in confined spaces and hazardous environments. Participants will be required to calibrate gas test equipment, and interpret and report on gas test readings. A basic to moderate English language, literacy and numeracy skill level is required.

All participants are required to wear the following minimum PPE to enter our facilities:

Fully enclosed shoes (steel-capped boots preferred)
Long-sleeve shirt with high visibility
Long work pants

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(EEHA Student)

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(EEHA Student)

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