GAS TESTING
COURSE OVERVIEW:
The Gas Testing course is nationally accredited, providing participants with the skills and
knowledge required to interpret readings and take action based on the interpretation.
This course applies to all workers who may be required to carry out gas testing of an atmosphere
prior to entering a specific area and workspace.
Participants will gain skills and knowledge facilitated by trainers with extensive industry experience
in emergency services.
AWARD ISSUED:
Participants who successfully complete this nationally recognised training will receive an electronic
Statement of Attainment with the following units of competency:
MSAPMOHS217A Gas test atmospheres
COURSE CONTENT:
 Application of legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for gas
testing atmospheres
 Gas testing
 Equipment maintenance
 Common chemical asphyxiates
 Common irritants and corrosives
 Common flammable gases
 Narcotics
 Exposure standards
 Conditions under which atmospheres become hazardous
 Units of measurement used to express concentration of atmospheric contaminants
PRE-REQUISITES:
Where a course has a pre-requisite participants must provide evidence to SDS to show they have
the required pre-requisite/s.
There are no pre-requisites associated with this course.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Participants are to complete a declaration, via the SDS Training Registration Form, to
acknowledge understanding of and compliance with the course entry requirements listed below.
Providing a false declaration to SDS may result in withdrawal of enrolment (fees may apply). The
following entry requirements apply for this course:
 Meet the following core skill levels, as a minimum:
o Learning Level 3
o Reading Level 3
o Writing Level 3
o Oral Communication Level 3
o Numeracy Level 3
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Explanations of core skill levels can be found in the Participant Handbook.
COURSE STRUCTURE:
The course employs a range of learning techniques including classroom training and simulations.
Classes are limited in size and facilitated to allow participants to learn and develop skills in a
comfortable environment.
Contact time includes:
 In class training
 Theory assessment
 Practical/Skills sessions and assessment
DURATION:
Four (4) hour course with a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of ten (10) participants.
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING:
Recognition of prior learning for nationally accredited units of competency and qualifications is
available to all participants. Please contact the office for further information.
COST AND SCHEDULE:
Please contact the office for cost and course schedules.
Safety Direct Solutions Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
Training Provider Number: 51632
For more information see www.sdsaus.com.au
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