Authorised Gas Tester

DESCRIPTION

Authorised Gas Tester Course is a comprehensive, one day course designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to conduct gas tests for any confined space work activities such as working in the manholes, shafts, chambers, excavations, duct systems, tank cleaning and repair etc.

INTENDED FOR

Line Managers, Supervisors and Individuals involved in performing gas testing.

AIMS / OBJECTIVES

Course is designed for staff members who are appointed as Manager, Supervisors and Manhole watchers. Delegates will learn the basic concept of confined space entry exit procedures and gas testing requirements for their premises.

• Understand current legislation regarding confined space entry
• Recognizing types of confined spaces and their associated hazards
• Testing and monitoring the atmosphere
• Implement control measures to eliminate or reduce potential risk
• The safe use and maintenance of working breathing apparatus (BA)

COURSE CONTENTS

• Introduction
• Definitions and types of confined spaces
• Hazards
• H2S
• The Oxygen deficient atmosphere
• The Oxygen enriched atmosphere
• Carbon monoxide
• Flammable atmospheres
• Toxic atmospheres
• Testing the atmosphere
• Ventilation
• Respirators
• Confined Space entry preparation
• Emergency Rescue
• The operative and his responsibilities
• Standby/Rescue
• Permit to Work
• Practical session (Atmosphere testing, Donning and Doffing of SCBA

LEARNING METHODOLOGY

There will be a dynamic blend of the following:

• Facilitator-led Presentations (In person)
• Syndicate/group Work
• Individual Action Plans
• Skill Building Exercises
• Application Activities & Role Plays

DURATION

ONE DAY

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Practical and theoretical assessment to evaluate the familiarity of the candidates with the requirements/ procedures.