- Gas Test Atmospheres

Gas Test Atmospheres Training - $295

  • MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmospheres

 Course Details

  • Duration: 3 Hours

  • Where: Unit 2, 84 Solomon Road, Jandakot WA 6164

  • Delivery Mode : Face to face

  • Amenities: Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. Kitchen facilities are available for those who wish to bring their own lunch. A lunch bar is 100m away.

  • Group bookings are available at your site or ours. Please contact our office on 08 94178888 or admin@stp.net.au for pricing and site requirements. Up to 10 participants per group.

This Gas Test Atmospheres training course is nationally accredited and through the combination of theory and practical training, this course provides participants with the necessary knowledge and skills required to safely use and operate single or multi-gas detection instruments.

Student Requirements

  • Students must have the language, literacy, numeracy (LLN) and physical capabilities to meet the performance criteria of this unit. (For further information or if you have any concerns regarding LLN and/or physical capabilities please contact the office)

  • Students must have the ability to read and write English and be able to perform practical and theoretical assessment as required.

  • Students must wear standard work wear, enclosed safety shoes, long shirt and pants.

Pre-Requisites
There are no pre-requisite units for this course.

Designed For
This Unit is recommended for participants who are required to operate gas testing equipment within the workplace.

Upon Completion
Upon successful completion of this course, each participant will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment and wallet sized card for:

  • MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmospheres

Course Outline

  • Induction and enrolment

  • Reference documents / legislation

  • When is gas detection required?

  • Case studies of unsafe atmospheres

  • Risk management concepts / risk assessments

  • Human breathing principles

  • Toxic & explosive gases – their effects and safe exposure levels

  • Types of gas detectors

  • Understanding the role and functions of key components

  • Bump testing and fresh air calibration

  • Actions to be taken if an atmosphere is deemed unsafe

  • Understanding and use of special features of your gas detector

  • Interpreting warnings, faults, displayed messages

  • Post use care of the equipment

  • Practical exercises performed

  • Assessment of students’ competence