Course Overview

   

CS02 Full Working BA

Overview

This is a follow-on module specifically dealing with the use of respiratory protective equipment for work access to confined spaces (positive pressure breathing apparatus, both self-contained and hose-fed). The course covers the selection, use, inspection checks and management of working breathing apparatus, including duration calculations.
There is an element of assessment in this course.


Prerequisites

Those attending must hold a valid certification in our CS01 Safe Access module or equivalent, and be medically fit for the practical element of the course. Extended use of positive pressure breathing apparatus will be required, and candidates with some respiratory conditions will be prevented from attending. Candidates who require spectacles for normal work should wear contact lenses or bring mask-fitting optics.


Who Should Attend

Persons who are required to work in confined spaces or dangerous atmospheres using positive pressure breathing apparatus. This module is not suitable training for the use of breathing apparatus in firefighting, mining or diving operations.


Course Objectives & Content

On completion of the course, all delegates will be informed in:


  • Summary of the Regulations
  • Dangerous atmospheres and COSHH
  • Review of gas detection equipment
  • Breathing apparatus checks, selection and donning
  • Time duration calculations and board management of BA users
  • Operations in zero visibility
  • Emergency procedures

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Certification

All successful candidates will receive a certificate valid for three years.