Training Outcomes:
Following a series of explanations, demonstrations and opportunities to practice, delegates will be assessed against the relevant standards relating to the following course content:
Theory
Topics covered in the course include:
- The breathing process,
- The different types of respiratory protection,
- Air management,
- The workings of a breathing apparatus set,
- How to test a breathing apparatus set,
- How to move safely in smoke and darkness,
- The signs and effects of heat and humidity,
- The need for correct breathing apparatus cleaning.
- Legislation,
- Hazards of Confined Spaces,
- Personal & Respiratory Protective Equipment ,
- Risk Assessment,
- Monitoring the atmosphere & ventilation,
- Case Studies,
- Permit to Work procedures,
- Persons/Teams entering confined spaces,
- H2s Danger areas,
- Recognition
- Smell of H2s,
- Labeling
- Physical properties,
- Toxic properties,
- Flammability,
- Action in case of incidents,
- Measuring,
Practical:
Pre-planning and creating a safe work zone,
- Practiced and demonstrated competence
- Breathing apparatus set testing,
- Breathing apparatus set wearing,
- Moving in smoke and darkness,
- Casualty search and rescue.
- Determining status of confined space (ex/ox/tox),
- Working with personal protective gear,
- Emergency situations
- Working with a permit system,
- Practical Exercise – Oxygen & Toxicity measuring
- Breathing Protection
- Measuring of Gases
- Gas Detection
- Gas Explosive limits and detection