About this Course
Course Description:
This unit will provide a sound knowledge and skill base required to operate and maintain breathing apparatus and equipment in an irrespirable atmosphere as defined by Australian Standards. This unit also includes selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment.
This unit applies to operators who are working in a confined space, with hazardous gases/vapours, in an oxygen deficient atmosphere, in other situations requiring the wearing of breathing apparatus.
Location:
Private training can be organised at Kallibr Training (RTO 32365) locations in Sydney and Brisbane or can be conducted onsite if the following training and assessment requirements are met:
- A room with access to power, a blank wall for presentation, a projector screen or a large TV, table/s and chairs.
- Suitable confined space or simulated confined space for practical training
Course Outline
- Available at Ingleburn, Salisbury, Melbourne
- Onsite training available
- Nationally recognised
- Group discounts available
- Online booking available
Course Overview
Qualification:
MSMWHS216 - Operate breathing apparatus
Assessment Type:
Theory and Practical
Prerequisite:
There are no prerequisites for this course
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Course Availability & Pricing
Please see our public course dates below. If there are no dates available or you would like to arrange a private course at your site or ours, then please select the ‘Private courses’ button.
Course Outcomes
Learning Outcome
On completion of the course, participants will have gained the following skills and knowledge in:
- Conduct pre donning checks and tests on breathing apparatus
- Operate breathing apparatus
- Conclude operations in accordance with procedures
Outcome
Upon successful completion, students will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.
Further Information
What is a confined space?
WHS Regulations state: A ‘confined space’ means an enclosed or partially enclosed space that:
- is not designed or intended to be occupied by a person
- is, or is designed or intended to be, at normal atmospheric pressure while any person is in the space; and
- is or is likely to be a risk to health and safety from an atmosphere that does not have a safe oxygen level
For more information, follow the link to view the SafeWork NSW Confined Spaces Code of Practice
