This course is designed for staff required to use and operate Breathing Apparatus in the workplace, be it for maintenance purposes or as part of their role in the Emergency Response Team.
This course is designed for staff required to use and operate Breathing Apparatus in the workplace, be it for maintenance purposes or as part of their role in the Emergency Response Team.
The course covers all aspects outlined in the relevant Australian Standards, AS/NZS 1715 & 1716. STAR delivers is Breathing Apparatus programs aligned to a selection of national Training Packages:
Public Safety (PUA12) PUAFIR207B – Operate Breathing Apparatus Open Circuit (Pre-requisites: PUAFIR215 – Prevent Injury)
Chemical, Hydrocarbon and Refining (PMA08). PMAOSH216B – Operate Breathing Apparatus
Course Aims
Develop participants understanding of the safe operating procedures when using Breathing Apparatus
Enable participants to develop confidence in the sets capabilities
Outline the dangers associated with using Breathing Apparatus
At the completion of the training course participants will be armed with the skills, knowledge and confidence to work safely using Breathing Apparatus equipment while also developing sound teamwork skills.
The course comprises an equal theoretical and practical component giving participants the opportunity to apply concepts in real situations.
Major Topic Areas
Purpose of Breathing Apparatus
Technical details about the equipment
Safe Guidelines for wearing Breathing Apparatus
Dressing and undressing procedures
Communications while using Breathing Apparatus
Entrapped procedures
Fault reporting
Maintenance and Servicing
The Breathing Apparatus course is available in two formats:
Qualification – 2 days (no prior training or qualifications)
Refresher – 1 day (already completed a recognized BA qualification course)
Note: PUAFIR207B has a pre-requisite unit that must be completed prior to attending the Public Safety BA course.
Every participant trained by STAR will gain a full knowledge of safe work practices and the ability to take responsibility for their own welfare and actions while being conscious of the safety and welfare of their co-workers.
Committed To Safety
STAR’s commitment to Safety is reflected in our Safety Management Systems, which comply with AS4801 and AS4804. These safety systems ensure that your staff's skills are developed in the safest environment possible.
We foster our commitment to safety in your staff. STAR will evaluate, review and develop safety systems for your organisation, or for specific work sites. These Include:
Job Safety Analysis’ ( JSA’s ).
Work Permits.
Near miss/Accident reports.
Non-compliance reports.
Conduct Safety audit.
Develop Checklists - Safety audits/patrols.
Develop/Deliver Workplace Inductions.
Prepare Confined Space Entry Plans.
STAR is a Nationally Recognised Training Provider in Australia, accredited through the Australian Skills Quality Authority and registered to deliver training in Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.
Our team of expert trainers can also be mobilized internationally to meet our clients’ needs.
As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) all training STAR provides complies with the standards set out in the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF), our expert staff of fully qualified senior trainers have vast experience in training individual workers and teams, backed by years of experience in the safety and emergency service field.
Our training centre located in Booragoon WA is custom designed to ensure participants are exposed to a variety of experiences in the discipline being trained.
In addition we have a purpose built Mobile Training Module that can be taken to your work site to enhance on site training in Confined Space, Breathing Apparatus and Height Safety.
Safety Risk Audits and Safety Inspections identify risks and hazards within your workplace and provide an action plan to minimise or eliminate the risks and hazards.
STAR International offers a variety of Safety Risk Audits and Safety Inspections to ensure your organisation meets and maintains industry standards.
Our Audits are aligned to the Australian Standard for Fire Safety Audits AS 4655-2005, and will assist in meeting your obligations under the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
A safety risk audit will address matters that are clearly in the interest of the productivity and safety of the workplace and therefore important business management issues.
In addition to Safety Risk Audits STAR’s expert safety practitioners can evaluate your emergency response procedures and perform skills audits on your safety and emergency response teams.
Our response teams consist of fully qualified Fire & Emergency Responders with considerable experience and expertise in the emergency service industry.
To complement our training delivery, STAR can provide your organization with fully qualified Emergency Response teams.
All team members are highly qualified operators having vast experiences dealing with fires, hazardous materials and industrial and road rescue incidents.
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