Duration
4 Hours
Delivery
Face-to-Face
Cost
Group Fees Apply
Overview
This unit of competency 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. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to wear breathing apparatus because they are working: in a confined space with hazardous gases/vapours in an oxygen deficient atmosphere in other situations requiring the wearing of breathing apparatus. Operators may also be required to wear breathing apparatus in emergency situations, however, this is not the prime focus of this unit. This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.
Course Outline
Pre-course theory may be completed online prior to attending the face to face practical, which reduces the face-to-face delivery time. Consideration is given to previous skills, knowledge and experience for students refreshing an existing or equivalent certificate.
Standard – Up to one 4 hours completed face-to-face.
Note: The durations outlined above are the minimum course durations required to deliver the training product. Face-to-face training may be delivered over a longer duration, where required, depending on cohort needs and the delivery environment.
There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course. Students are required to demonstrate a sound level of proficiency in spoken and written English, which will be tested in a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Skills Assessment.
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
The face-to-face delivery includes, demonstration, trainer-led group discussion, group activities, pair work, and presentations, supported by practical activities. The program is designed to allow for the adoption of a range of learning approaches to cater for differences in learning preferences, learning interests and needs, and variations in learning opportunities in an adult environment.
The recommended industry standard recommend that refresher training should be carried out every two years. Ask your employer about their currency expectations.
Further information including fees, payments, support, complaints and appeals can be found in the Student Handbook.
