Operate Breathing Apparatus

1. Demonstrate the Pre-donning tests of Breathing Apparatus
2. Correctly don and operate breathing apparatus
3. Be able to identify hazards and apply control measures according to procedures
4. Demonstrate communication while using breathing apparatus
5. Calculate and determine the available working time from a breathing apparatus set gauge readings
6. Demonstrate the correct close down procedure, remove and clean breathing apparatus
7. Report faults and/or damage to breathing apparatus.

Upon completion of the program the candidate will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following when Operating a Breathing Apparatus:

1. Understand the effects of irrespirable atmospheres on the body and identify the need for protective equipment
2. Explain the characteristics, component parts and operation of compressed air breathing apparatus
3. Understand the safety requirements of operational testing, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices when wearing breathing apparatus
4. Demonstrate the use of procedures, personal lines and tallies when using BA sets
5. Demonstrate and Document pre-use tests and checks
6. Demonstrate breathing apparatus control
7. Identify entrapment procedures in the event of emergency
8. Demonstrate and Document Communications while wearing breathing apparatus.

Because the company was founded by Individuals that have worked in your industry, we have done what you do and we know what you need in the field to remain safe and compliant. We focus on best industry practice, gone are the days of a quick Verification of Competency (VOC) or climbing into a converted container for your BA training, those of you that have done that know what we mean, for rig work its just not relevant. AWCC are committed to to quality training, nothing demonstrates this better than the investment AWCC have made into our Purpose Built Smoke House that realistically replicates your activities in the Energy, Mining and Construction industries, this is not a simulator, it’s a real Smoke House built specifically for a quality training experience conducted in a controlled environment.

How do we know what goes on in the field? Simply because we have been there! This is what separates AWCC from the rest:

1. Nationally Accredited Training Certificate Issued to Successful Participants
2. Instruction by Real Industry Professionals (Oil and Gas Professionals, Underground Mine Professionals etc.)
3. BA Participants use the “AWCC Smoke House” Purpose Built Facility enhancing the Practical Application of the BA Sets (Not a Simulator or  Converted Container)
4. AWCC Equipment and Instructors available can Manage Larger Groups
5. Great training locations in Brisbane and Toowoomba, close to accommodation and transport
6. Competitively Priced
7. Just an overall great training experience!

The modes of delivery for the Operate Breathing Apparatus Program is Face to Face, classroom based supported by advanced time committed to utilising AWCC’s State of the Art Equipment and Facilities for the Practical Training and Assessment elements of the course.

As the Operate Breathing Apparatus Program is applicable to more than one Industry AWCC have implemented training strategies that apply the course to individuals making it applicable to specific work history, environments and participant experience.