Gas Testing for Confined Space Entry 

Are you responsible for gas-freeing tanks or confined spaces prior to entry? Then you need the right competence to identify hazardous atmospheres and ensure that entry can be carried out safely and in accordance with established procedures. This course is designed for personnel responsible for gas-freeing tanks and confined spaces prior to entry. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises, participants gain the knowledge and skills required to carry out gas testing safely and correctly.

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The goal

The course provides participants with comprehensive training in gas testing prior to entry into confined spaces.

The main objective of the course is to promote a strong safety culture, provide participants with a thorough understanding of safe working procedures, and help prevent loss of life and injury.

The target group

Suitable for personnel responsible for carrying out the necessary measurements and checks prior to confined space entry, as well as signing work permits.

The topics covered

Regulations and guidelines for work permits and confined space entry permits Operating principles and limitations of portable gas measuring instruments/detectors Gas measurement theory, including the measurement of flammable gases, oxygen, and toxic gases Pre-entry testing and continuous monitoring of flammable/hazardous gases and oxygen in the work atmosphere using portable gas measuring instruments Preparation, operation, calibration, and maintenance of gas measuring instruments Fire and explosion theory, including static electricity Isolation, cleaning, and gas-freeing principles Occupational exposure limits Risk assessment of the work atmosphere prior to entry Issuing work permits Correct use of supplied-air respiratory protective equipment, including daily cleaning and maintenance Assignments and practical exercises

References

The course is based on the following regulations:

Regulation No. 703 – Regulations concerning the Performance of Work Regulation No. 706 – Regulations concerning Action and Limit Values

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites

Technical information

Course manual

No, a course manual is not included for this course.

Type
Classroom
Duration
2 days
Language
Norwegian
Provider
OComp
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