Entry requirements
This is a refresher course. Participants must have previously completed MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres and hold a Statement of Attainment for it. Many sites also require a current confined space competency (such as RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces) before gas testing is performed. Contact us on 07 4922 1060 if you are unsure whether this refresher is appropriate for you.
Overview
MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres (Online Refresher) is designed for workers who have previously completed MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmospheres and need to refresh and revalidate their knowledge of atmospheric hazards, gas detection equipment, result interpretation and response procedures.
Delivered fully online and self-paced, this refresher suits safety officers, supervisors, permit officers and operations personnel across Queensland who have previously completed MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres and need to maintain currency for site access or role compliance.
On successful completion, participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres from Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants (RTO #45802).
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Many sites require a current confined space competency before gas testing is performed, confirm requirements with your workplace before enrolling.
Who This Course Is For
- Workers holding a previous MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmospheres Statement of Attainment requiring refresher training for site entry or role compliance
- Safety officers, supervisors and permit officers in mining, resources, oil and gas or utilities
- Personnel who previously completed MSMWHS217 Gas Test Atmospheres and need to refresh their knowledge
- Workers maintaining currency across a full permit-to-work skill set including RIIWHS202E (now RIIWHS202) Enter and Work in Confined Spaces and MSMPER300 Issue Work Permits
What You’ll Learn
- Recognise and assess conditions that require atmospheric testing prior to and during work
- Select, prepare, calibrate and use electronic gas testing equipment correctly
- Test for oxygen deficiency and enrichment, flammable gases, and toxic gases including carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulphide
- Interpret gas test readings and determine whether the atmosphere is safe for proposed work
- Take appropriate action based on test results, including responding to hazardous readings
- Record test results accurately and communicate findings clearly to relevant personnel
Units of Competency
This course delivers 1 nationally recognised unit of competency:
- MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
Delivery and requirements
- Unit
- MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
- Delivery
- Online, self-paced
- Duration
- Online, self-paced
- Time to complete
- Up to 12 months from commencement
- Prerequisites
- This is a refresher course. Participants must have previously completed MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres and hold a Statement of Attainment for it. Many sites also require a current confined space competency (such as RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces) before gas testing is performed. Contact us on 07 4922 1060 if you are unsure whether this refresher is appropriate for you.
- Assessment
- Online knowledge assessment covering atmospheric hazard identification, gas types, equipment use, exposure standards, result interpretation and response procedures. All tasks must be completed to a competent standard.
- Fee
- $150. Reassessment, extension and refund terms are set out in our Fee Administration and Refund Policy (PDF, opens in a new tab).
- Outcome
- Statement of Attainment for MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres.
- Support and entry needs
- All learners complete a language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) assessment before enrolment. If you need learning, language, literacy, digital or other support, contact us before you book on 07 4922 1060. See our Access and Equity Policy (Word document). Three forms of identification are required at enrolment.