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MSMWHS217 - Gas test atmospheres

MSMWHS217 - Gas Test Atmospheres

Course Overview

This nationally recognised unit covers the skills and knowledge required to recognise and assess conditions that require gas testing, use electronic test apparatus, and interpret results to determine if it is safe for the proposed job activity.

Atmospheric testing is a critical component of confined space and hazardous environment work, ensuring workers can identify risks and maintain safety on site.

Who Should Do This Course?

This course is essential for individuals who may be required to carry out gas testing prior to or during work activities in:

  • Confined or partially enclosed spaces

  • Storage tanks, silos, pits, pipes, shafts, ducts

  • Transport vehicles and ships

  • Hot work sites

  • Open areas requiring monitoring under permit conditions

Units Delivered

  • MSMWHS217 – Gas test atmospheres

Course Delivery Options

  • Workplace delivery – onsite at your facility

  • Training facility delivery – at an approved provider venue

Duration

  • Refresher (Face-to-Face): minimum 2 hours 30 mins

  • Standard Face-to-Face: minimum 4 hours

  • Online with face-to-face assessment: minimum 2 hours

Entry Requirements

Students must provide and wear:

  • Protective footwear/safety shoes

  • Comfortable, practical clothing

They must also demonstrate:

  • Language, literacy, and numeracy skills to interpret documentation, complete reports, and communicate effectively

  • Numeracy sufficient to interpret pressures, temperatures, and gas test results

Assessment Requirements

Assessment includes both written and practical tasks:

  • Practical Scenarios:

    • Prepare for gas testing

    • Use testing equipment

    • Interpret and communicate results

    • Ongoing monitoring

    • Maintain equipment and records

  • Documentation: complete site-based gas test reports

  • Theory: short answer and multiple-choice questions

Certificate Renewal

This certificate does not require renewal.

Learner Rights & Support

This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. For learner rights, responsibilities, and complaints/appeals processes, please see the Allens Training Student Handbook.

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