MSMWHS216 - Operate Breathing Apparatus


Overview:

This course covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain breathing apparatus and equipment in an irrespirable atmosphere, as defined by the Australian Standard AS/NZS 1715:2009 Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Equipment. 

Pre-requisites:
Nil

Co-requisites:
Nil

Pre-entry Requirements:
Long sleeves and long pants, Appropriate safety footwear
USI

Content:

  • Applicable Australian Standards and Regulations
  • Hazardous environments that require breathing protection
  • Breathing apparatus training requirement
  • The human respiratory system
  • Types of breathing apparatus
  • Communication procedures
  • Risk assessments and hierarchy of hazard control
  • Breathing apparatus components
  • Calculating working duration and emergency escape time
  • Using breathing apparatus control tally boards
  • Breathing apparatus safety and entrapment procedures
  • Cleaning, maintenance, and testing procedures

Unit of Competency

MSMWHS216 - Operate Breathing Apparatus

Assessment:
Participants' learning outcomes will be assessed using practical activities designed to simulate the work environment and written questions as appropriate. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.

Delivery Method:

Face to Face - 8 Hours

Payments:

  • Please contact us for individual course fees

  • Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.

Location:

Hobart : 3 Maxwell Street Moonah

Launceston: 332 Hobart Road Youngtown