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)