Operate Breathing Apparatus

The Operate Breathing Apparatus course focuses on providing participants with the skills and knowledge required to safely use open circuit compressed air breathing apparatus.  This course can be combined with the Confined Space Entry course MSMPER205.

Course Outline

The course content contains but is not limited to the following components.

• Conduct pre-donning checks and tests on breathing apparatus

• Inspect breathing apparatus for immediate use in accordance with procedures

• Operate breathing apparatus

• Identify, monitor and control hazards in accordance with the procedures

• Demonstrate effective application of breathing apparatus, undertaking activities as a member of a team

• Close down breathing apparatus set in accordance with procedures

• Remove breathing apparatus set in accordance with procedures

• Undertake after-use cleaning and maintenance if breathing apparatus in accordance with procedures

• Make equipment ready for operational use in accordance with procedures