• This course teaches the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain breathing apparatus and equipment in an irrespirable atmosphere, as defined by the Australian Standard. 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/vapors
  • In an oxygen deficient atmosphere
  • In other situations requiring the wearing of breathing apparatus

On successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for:

• MSMWHS216 Operate breathing apparatus

An SOA will be issued by Skills Network Australia Ltd within 30 days of completion of the course, provided all USI, fees and charges have been finalised.

The units of competency listed above are current on the National Register of VET at the time of publication.

There are no pre-requisites for this course.

Foundation skills are the underpinning communication skills required for participation in the workplace, the community and in adult education and training.

Learning – to learn to operate a breathing apparatus

Reading – to understand work instructions

Writing – to complete documentation such as reports/risk assessments

Oral communication – to communicate with other personnel

Numeracy – to read gas test equipment

All training and assessment materials and equipment will be supplied throughout the course. Students will need to bring a blue or black pen and wear comfortable, casual clothing.

If you are concerned about any of these requirements please contact your training provider prior to enrolling into the course.

1 day classroom training and assessment.

Training and assessment can be adjusted to account for specific workplace requirements and the existing skills and knowledge of the students.

Training and assessment may be held at a training facility or on a client’s site. Please contact us for more information.

The recommended industry standard recommend that refresher training should be carried out every two years. Ask your employer about their currency expectations.

This course is offered and delivered by the training provider on behalf of Skills Network Australia Pty Ltd. The course fee will be paid direct to the training provider.

This course may be arranged by an employer who can be invoiced for the training. If the student is booking direct, training fees must be paid by the student directly to the training provider. Course fees and payment terms will be communicated to the booking party (employer or student) prior to enrolment.

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In the event a course is cancelled, or the services are otherwise unable to be delivered, a full refund will be provided to the booking party.

Skills Network has policies in place to ensure complaints and appeals are recorded, acknowledged and dealt with fairly, efficiently and effectively.

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This course;

1. does not involve any work placement arrangements,
2. does not enable students to obtain a licensed or regulated outcome, and
3. is not associated with any VET FEE-HELP, government funded subsidy or other financial support arrangements.

Skills Network cannot guarantee that:

• a learner will successfully complete the course; or
• a learner will obtain a particular employment outcome by completing the course.