Operate Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

Course Overview:

Operate Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus covers the competency that applies to operators who are required to wear breathing apparatus as part of their job - because they are working inside a confined space, with hazardous gases/vapours, in a toxic atmosphere or for any other applications requiring the wearing of breathing apparatus. They may also be required to wear it in an emergency situation, however this is not the primary focus of this unit. Refresher training is recommended every 2 years

Learning Outcomes:

• Conduct pre-donning checks and tests on breathing apparatus
• Operate Breathing Apparatus
• Conclude operations

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to consider the following job roles:

• Specialist job roles which may require the use of Self-contained breathing apparatus such as fumigation, confined space, chlorine handling etc.

This unit is appropriate for those working in:

• Construction and general trades
• Manufacturing
• Mining, oil and gas
• Fumigation
• Water industry