Gas Test Atmospheres - MSMWHS217
 
This Gas Testing atmospheres training course is designed for personnel who may need to undertake monitoring of potentially hazardous atmospheres in the workplace. Areas that may need to be atmospherically tested may include: confined spaces, work around hazardous material storage areas, restricted spaces or areas which contain dangerous goods.
 
This training course will teach personnel when gas testing is required, how to conduct gas testing and how to determine if the atmosphere is safe to work in. Many practical exercises are included as part of the training and involves ‘hands on’ experience operating gas testing equipment.
 
The course is suitable for an individual working alone or within a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator as appropriate.
 
FSA Entry Requirements:
USI
Appropriate dress (eg, Hi Viz, long sleeve shirt, long pants, enclosed or safety footwear
Fitness to participate
Sufficient language literacy and numeracy skills to complete the course
 
Group Size:
1-15
 
Duration:
4 Hours
 
Location:
Onsite or at our training facility
 
Schedule:
Public courses available in most states
 
Course Topics:
Legislative framework for gas detection
When is gas testing required
Supervisor responsibilities
Gas Testing Permits to work and hot work requirements
Risk assessments and the need to consider atmospheric monitoring requirements during the risk assessment
Confined Space Permit overview
Air Densities of common gases
Oxygen Deficiency, Oxygen Enrichment, Lower Explosive Levels, Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen Sulphide, Methane and other gasses
Exposure Limits: TWAs, STELs, IDLHs etc
Gas testing log sheets
Gas detector maintenance
Gas detector bump testing and calibration requirements
Gas detector records