Duration
Face to Face | ½ Day + pre reading
Fees
$225
Funding
Summary
Ensure safety in high-risk environments with the MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmospheres course at Australian Trade Training College. This nationally accredited training equips you with the skills to detect hazardous gases using electronic testing equipment, interpret readings, and take appropriate action to maintain a safe working atmosphere. Essential for roles in manufacturing, construction, mining, and emergency response, this course helps you meet WHS requirements and protect yourself and your team in potentially dangerous conditions.
Breathe easy – train to test, detect, and protect.
Schedule
Details
Learn to detect and respond to hazardous gases with confidence through the MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmospheres course at Australian Trade Training College. This nationally recognised unit equips participants with the essential skills to test and evaluate atmospheric conditions in potentially hazardous work areas such as confined spaces, hot work zones, storage tanks, and other restricted environments.
This course is ideal for professionals in construction, manufacturing, mining, chemical processing, and emergency response. Learn to detect toxic and flammable gases, interpret readings, and take appropriate action to maintain a safe working atmosphere.
What You’ll Learn
Participants will gain practical and theoretical knowledge in:
- Preparing for gas testing by identifying target gases and selecting appropriate detection equipment
- Conducting atmospheric testing using portable gas detectors
- Interpreting readings for oxygen levels, flammable gases, and toxic substances
- Responding to unsafe conditions and initiating corrective actions
- Communicating effectively during testing and coordinating with site personnel
- Maintaining, calibrating, and storing gas testing equipment
- Understanding exposure limits, air densities, and gas behaviour
- Complying with WHS legislation, permits, and site procedures
Course Content Includes
- Legislative framework and risk assessment for gas testing
- Confined space and hot work permit requirements
- Supervisor responsibilities and communication protocols
- Gas detector operation, bump testing, and calibration
- Exposure limits: TWA, STEL, IDLH
- Atmospheric hazards: oxygen deficiency/enrichment, carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulphide, methane
- Emergency response procedures and fault reporting
Stay alert, stay safe—gas testing saves lives.
Units of Competency
| Type | Code | Name | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Elective
MSMWHS217
Gas test atmospheres
|
Elective | MSMWHS217 | Gas test atmospheres |
Delivery Model
Blended Option: Learning & Theory assessment online and practical face to face training.
Face to Face Option: Learning and Assessment face to face.
Delivery Locations
Campus
Meadowbrook
Toowoomba
Workplace Delivery
Entry requirements
As part of the enrolment process, you will need to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and Digital Literacy indicator Assessment. This assessment is used for reviewing your suitability for this course.
The minimum level required for entry to this Course is:
Reading: 2
Writing: 2
Oral Communication: 2
Numeracy: 3
Digital Literacy: 2
What resources do I need?
- Laptop
- Internet access
- Long sleeve shirt and pants
- Safety boots
Course Outcome
Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Australian Trade Training College (RTO 31399)
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities: Completing this unit opens up career opportunities in industries such as:
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Mining
- Emergency Response Teams
- Chemical and Petrochemical Industries
Workers with gas testing competency are essential for ensuring workplace safety in environments exposed to hazardous gases, helping to prevent accidents and protect personnel.
Support and Wellbeing Services
Where a student has a disability or learning difficulty, assessors will apply Australian Trade Training College reasonable adjustment to ensure that the student is not presented with artificial barriers to progress in the course.
Reasonable adjustments may include the use of adaptive technology, educational support, verbal assessment, etc.
We will provide support to each student’s individual needs, providing additional educational and wellness support required for the student to meet the requirements of their training course.
Terms and Conditions
Please review our student handbook and policies prior to applying for this course:
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