Course Details

Unit Standard ID: 123259
Unit Standard Name: Use and maintain self-contained breathing apparatus
NQF Level: 2
Duration: 1 Day
Price: R700

Course Description

This course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely use and maintain breathing apparatus in hazardous or oxygen-deficient environments. The training focuses on understanding atmospheric hazards, correct donning and doffing procedures, equipment inspection, safe operation, and emergency procedures. Learners will be equipped to use breathing apparatus correctly while complying with occupational health and safety requirements.

Course Outline

• Legal and compliance requirements for breathing apparatus use

• Types of breathing apparatus and their applications

• Atmospheric hazards and oxygen-deficient environments

• Roles and responsibilities of breathing apparatus users

• Pre-use inspections and equipment checks

• Donning, operation, and doffing procedures

• Limitations and duration of breathing apparatus

• Maintenance, cleaning, and storage requirements

• Emergency procedures and user safety considerations

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Identify hazardous atmospheres requiring breathing apparatus

• Inspect breathing apparatus and identify defects

• Correctly don, operate, and remove breathing apparatus

• Understand equipment limitations and safe working durations

• Apply emergency procedures while using breathing apparatus

Target Audience

• Confined space workers

• Emergency response and rescue teams

• Maintenance and industrial personnel

• Fire and safety teams

• Health and Safety Representatives

Certification

Learners who are found competent will receive a Statement of Results aligned to the relevant Unit Standard.

Entry Requirements

• Basic literacy and numeracy

• Medically fit to use breathing apparatus