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MSMWHS217 — Gas test atmospheres

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MSMWHS217 — Gas test atmospheres

This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to test the working atmosphere, using electronic test apparatus, to find out if it is safe for the proposed work. 

It applies to situations where an individual may be required to carry out gas testing of an atmosphere prior to entering a specific area or workspace. The competency requires the person to interpret readings and take actions based on the interpretation. 

Working environment may be hazardous, unpredictable, subject to time pressure, chaotic and expose responders to risk, on land or water, by day or night. Workplace atmospheres may include visible and invisible hazards and hazardous surfaces.

The unit is suitable for use in the following situations:

  • confined spaces
  • enclosed and partially enclosed spaces
  • hot work
  • storage tanks, silos, pits, pipes, shafts, ducts, transport vehicles and ships
  • testing as part of issuing a work permit
  • monitoring as part of working under a work permit
  • open areas
  • holding the gas tester by hand
  • lowering the gas tester into a space, e.g. on a line.

Course Details

  • Delivery Time: 8 hours
  • Dates: Monthly
  • Time: TBC
  • Cost: $275
  • Venue: 34 Baan Baan Street, Dapto, NSW 2530, OR on-site upon request, Australia-wide
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This unit is designed to provide knowledge and practical experience in gas testing atmospheres. 

The following topics will be covered:

  • Prepare for gas testing
    • Find out type of gas/atmosphere to be tested
    • Select and calibrate equipment in accordance with procedures
    • Find out gas testing regime/sampling pattern required
    • Identify hazards from possible atmosphere contaminants
    • Implement hazard control measures and use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Test gas
    • Use gas testing equipment to test gas as required
    • Interpret and report readings
    • Monitor gas on an ongoing basis as required
    • Take required action if readings are unacceptable
    • Communicate required actions to be taken to appropriate personnel
  • Maintain equipment  
    • Clean and maintain gas testing equipment in accordance with procedures
    • Inspect and fault-find monitoring equipment in accordance with procedures
    • Return gas testing equipment to required location and in required condition
    • Maintain records of tests and results in accordance with procedures

Students who successfully complete this Nationally Recognised Training will be awarded a Statement of Attainment in:

  • MSMWHS217 — Gas test atmospheres

Target students of this unit are those individuals working in operational roles alone or as part of a team or group. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

Target students of this unit of competency work in high-risk situations including, but not limited to:

  • The mining industry
  • Construction industry
  • Transport industry

The Australian Skills and Qualification Authority (ASQA) requires that students be aware of their rights and responsibilities once they have selected their training provider. Your rights and responsibilities can be found in our Student Agreement that should be read BEFORE enrolling into any of our courses.

Accelerated Training is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 41474).

The Australian Skills and Qualification Authority (ASQA) require that students be aware of their rights and responsibilities once they have selected their training provider.

Your rights and responsibilities can be found in our Learner Handbook that should be read before enrolling into any of our courses.