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Gas Test Atmospheres

MSMWHS217 - This is course provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to test the working atmosphere
Newman
Geraldton
Karratha
Paraburdoo
Port Hedland
Esperance
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1/2 Day
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$395 - $445
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Eligible WA construction workers and employers may be able to reduce training costs through the WA Government’s Construction Training Fund (CTF). The CTF offers rebates on approved short courses and employer grants that help offset apprentice/trainee training costs. Check eligibility and how to claim via the CTF’s site.

Course Summary

This is course provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to test the working atmosphere, using electronic test apparatus, to find out if it is safe for the proposed work.

It applies to situations where individuals may be required to carry out gas testing of an atmosphere prior to entering a specific area or workspace. The competency requires the person to interpret readings and take actions based on the interpretation.

Working environment may be hazardous, unpredictable, subject to time pressure, chaotic and expose responders to risk, on land or water, by day or night. Workplace atmospheres may include visible and invisible hazards and hazardous surfaces.

The unit is suitable for use in the following situations:

  • confined spaces
  • enclosed and partially enclosed spaces
  • hot work
  • storage tanks, silos, pits, pipes, shafts, ducts, transport vehicles and ships
  • testing as part of issuing a work permit
  • monitoring as part of working under a work permit
  • open areas
  • holding the gas tester by hand
  • lowering the gas tester into a space, e.g. on a line.

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.

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Candidate requirements

  • Must have good verbal and written comprehension of the English language
  • Must be over 18 years of age
  • Must have good general health and fitness for practicals (eg. physical work)
  • Must have basic mathematical skills and knowledge to work out formulas
  • Must wear long sleeved shirt, long leg pants and steel cap boots
  • Must hold a USI (unique student identifier) number. Click here for further information: http://www.usi.gov.au

When enrolling for our courses you have to complete the Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment. If you have any concerns about your LLN skills, we encourage you to contact us before enrolling.

If you have any physical conditions that may affect your ability to complete a course, please visit a doctor and obtain a “Fit for Work” certificate, and send it to: compliance@deserttocoast.com.au

Learner considerations (Wellbeing & Safety)
This unit focuses on hazard identification and risk control. Learners should be prepared to engage with workplace safety scenarios and hazard-related discussions.

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Newman
Geraldton
Karratha
Paraburdoo
Port Hedland
Esperance
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We currently operate at BHP Whaleback, providing a range of high risk training and certification to expand the future of their employees.

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We currently operate at BHP Whaleback, providing a range of high risk training and certification to expand the future of their employees.

- Darcy Crocker

Great Crew!
We currently operate at BHP Whaleback, providing a range of high risk training and certification to expand the future of their employees.

- Matthew Cable

Excellent quality!
We currently operate at BHP Whaleback, providing a range of high risk training and certification to expand the future of their employees.

- Jordan Moore