Objective

The objective of the Breathing Apparatus Awareness training programme is to make delegates aware of the need for breathing apparatus equipment and to instruct on basic donning and doffing procedures, so that in an emergency situation, delegates could confidently wear BA to assist in escape.

Target Group

This training course is aimed at any person who may have the requirement to use breathing apparatus at their workplace.

Prerequisites

There are no training pre-requisites for this course, however, delegates must have a suitable level of fitness to undertake the physical aspects of training.

Examination

Training will consist of a mix of theoretical and practical elements and delegates will have to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the course through a process of continual assessment.
Upon successful completion of the training, delegates will be issued with a RelyOn Nutec certificate.
This course can be delivered at the RelyOn Nutec training venue or at customer premises subject to certain conditions.

Course Contents

The course covers a variety of topics including;

• Composition of air and working durations
• Types of breathing apparatus
• Donning and doffing procedures
• Practical wearing of breathing apparatus sets
• Escape procedures
• Entrapment procedures