Course details
Course Overview
This course is designed to provide individuals with a knowledge and understanding of Gas Terminology and Gas Characteristics and how to safely use Gas Monitors and Gas Monitoring Equipment.
This course will benefit all working professionals who will be required to work in areas where different gases may be present, working in confined spaces, working in DSEAR areas, working within the gas/water industry or other hazardous areas.
Course content:
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Gas Related Terminology
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Oxygen (Low & Enriched Atmospheres)
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Gas Characteristics (H2S / SO2 / CH4 / CL2 / NH3)
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DSEAR Regulations 2002
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Hazardous / Zoned Areas
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Generic Gas Monitors
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Maintenance
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BW Gas Alert Micro Clip
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Drager Monitors
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Altair 4XR Multi Gas
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Pre-Entry Gas Checks
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Fresh Air Calibration / Zero Procedure
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Gascoseeker MK2 – Operation
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Properties of Natural Gas
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Properties of LPG – Liquid Petroleum Gas
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Gascoseeker Equipment
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Pre-use checks
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Zero Checks
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Soundness checks
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Filters & Battery Information
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Depot Checker
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Practical and Written Assessments
Assessment
Multiple choice and written questions plus onsite assessment.
Certificates
Once the delegate has successfully completed the course and assessment, the results will be submitted to the awarding body and cards will be issued to the delegate in due course.
Certification for this course is valid for 3 years from the date of training. To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake the assessment before the expiry date on your card.
Pre-Requisites:
There are no formal entry requirements however a basic level of written and spoken English is required.