This course consists of a series of theory presentation followed by demonstrations and on successful completion of the training, the delegate will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:

• Confined space criteria, Hot work and the production of flammable and toxic gases
• The principles of hot work gas testing
• The hazards of operations within an Oxygen deficient, toxic or flammable environment
• Carrying out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment
• The implications of organisational and statutory requirements
• Interpreting operational requirements, The importance of regular communication
• Selecting and using PPE and RPE, Working within the Permit to Work system
• The operating principles of atmosphere monitoring and measuring equipment
• Gas detector pre-start checks, Interpreting and documenting the results
• Detectors used for the flammable product
• Calibrating the instruments used in atmospheric testing
• How to set up the relevant detector for each gas testing application
• Locating sentinel styled equipment for optimum benefit
• The behaviour of different flammable and toxic gases
• The range and frequency of tests, Acceptable levels of flammable and toxic gases
• Performing gas tests in sequence, Obtaining a representative atmosphere sample
• Monitoring and retesting
• How a flammable gas or vapors clouds could arrive at the hot work site
• Where to site ongoing monitoring equipment, Interpreting and documenting the result