Breathing Apparatus BA
Course Outline
The objective of this course is to provide the knowledge and skills to safely operate and work in atmospheres that may have a harmful level of contaminants or do not have a safe oxygen level. The Breathing Apparatus Training course is designed for employees who may be required to utilise breathing apparatus equipment for the purpose of accessing hazardous locations including confined spaces or performing work and maintenance in contaminated atmospheres. Participants will wear breathing apparatus and be taught appropriate operating procedures.
Participants who attend this course will observe a high emphasis on safety and emergency procedures. This course can be tailored to your specific type of breathing apparatus, i.e. escape type or self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and is taught by experienced personnel. It is a recommendation under Australian Standards that breathing apparatus users complete a refresher training course annually.
Course Subjects
- Hazardous environments that require breathing protection
- Relevant Australian Standards and regulations explained
- The human respiratory system
- Types of breathing apparatus
- Communication procedures
- Risk assessments and hierarchy of hazard control
- Breathing apparatus key components
- Calculating working duration & emergency escape times
- Using breathing apparatus control tally boards
- Breathing apparatus safety & entrapment procedures
- After use cleaning, maintenance & testing procedures
Course Assessment
Written & practical assessment. Practical exercises will be tailored to your specific workplace if training is delivered onsite.
Please Note
There are certain medical conditions (heart disease, asthma etc) which may make certain persons unsuitable for operating breathing apparatus. Refer to AS/NZS1715:1994 or contact Eagle Training Services for more information.
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