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LAW REFERENCE
MINISTERIAL ORDER NO (15) OF 2014 WITH RESPECT TO PROTECTING WORKERS FOR THE HAZARDS OF HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES AT ESTABLISHMENTS AND WORKSITES

Article 3 states that every employer shall, in a suitable and effective manner, evaluate the chemical hazards at his establishment and worksite that threatens the safety and health of his workers and persons present therein or close by.

WHY TAKE A CERTIFICATE IN GAS TESTING?
Train your employees about:
• Types and selection of gas detectors,
• Sampling regimes and techniques,
• Inspections and maintenance,
• Risk management while sampling,
• Characteristics, toxicity and Permits
• Company gas testing procedures and applicable legislation.

Certificate
STC-BH
Duration
2 Days (12 hrs.)
Assessment
Written and Practical Exam
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Description

Overview

There are a variety of organic sources where hazardous gases such as flammable, harmful and Oxygen gases can be found. This includes such unlikely spots as ship’s holds, mine shafts, pulp mills, swamps, and sewers. H2S is a natural by-product of organic decay.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the participants should be able to:

  • H2S properties and Seven ‘S’ steps initial response strategy.
  • Practical session with portable gas detection devices.
  • Practical session with BA, self-contained breathing apparatus.
  • Practical session with CPRR and rescue breathing.
  • Practical sessions with rescue drug and carriers.

Target Audience

The course is designed for all those who are required to operate gas testing equipment within the workplace.

Course Outline

Day 1

  • Introduction
  • H2S properties and Seven S Step Initial Response Strategy
  • Respiratory Protective Equipment
  • Safety Data Sheer
  • Detection hazardous gases
  • Rescue Techniques and Rescue Breathing
  • Case Studies
  • Gas Detection and Respiratory Protective Equipment Overview

Day 2

  • Practical sessions with portable gas detection devices
  • Practical sessions with BA, selfcontained breathing apparatus
  • (SCBA). Practical sessions with supplied air breathing apparatus can be arranged at customer request.
  • Practical sessions with CPRR and Rescue Breathing.
  • Practical sessions with rescue drugs and carries
  • Written examination

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