Mines Rescue & Training

Operate Breathing Apparatus (Open Circuit)

Education and Training | Training Categories | OBA - Operate Breathing Apparatus (Open Circuit)

Introduction

This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to select, don, operate and maintain breathing apparatus equipment (CABA) in an irrespirable atmosphere.
 

Who should attend?

Individuals who may be required to use breathing apparatus as part of their duties, such as an emergency response team member, or those wishing to acquire new skills.

What you will learn
  • How to identity workplace hazards, risks and advise others
  • Implement and monitor risk control procedures
  • Conduct pre-donning check and tests on breathing apparatus
  • Donning procedures
  • How to operate in breathing apparatus
  • Post operation procedures
Credential issued

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the following units:

  • PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit
Course delivery

This course is delivered through classroom-based training, desktop scenarios and practical exercises.

Assessment includes written, oral and practical tests.

Please note: to meet the unit of competency requirements and comply with AS/NZS 1715:2009, all students must be clean-shaven to be assessed and deemed competent in this course.

Duration

One day

Entry requirements
  • There are no formal pre-requisites for this course.
  • This course is based on a Certificate II level qualification. You should have appropriate literacy and numeracy skills to manage course work, activities and assessments.
  • Mines Rescue recommends you be aware of the policies and procedures of your workplace before starting the course.
Other Information

What we include when training is at a Mines Rescue Station:

  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Additional PPE specific to your training

What you need to bring:

  • Fully enclosed footwear
  • Unique Student Identifier (USI) number
  • Student Portal login details

Refresher:

Mines Rescue recommends students complete refresher training every two years.

Upcoming workshops

Please note: credit card payment is required at the time of enrolment. For alternative payment options, please contact the Mines Rescue station directly.
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Students Under 18

Mines Rescue minimum age for enrolment is 15 years. If you are between the ages of 15 and 18, we require your parent or guardian to sign your Student Enrolment Form. Please contact a Mines Rescue Station directly to enquire or enrol into your course.

Visa Holders

Mines Rescue is not CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) registered. If you are visiting Australia and hold a visa, please contact Mines Rescue directly prior to enrolling into any of our courses.

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Student handbook and recognition of prior learning

Please read the Student Handbook for Terms and Conditions, including payment and refund policies. If you believe you may already hold some of the knowledge and/or experience for this course, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Please read our RPL/Credit Transfer Handbook or speak with Mines Rescue prior to enrolment. Mines Rescue is committed to handling any student complaints or appeals in a fair and timely manner. Please refer to our Complaints and Assessment Appeals Policy for more information.

About Mines Rescue

Mines Rescue has nearly 100 years’ experience assisting the mining industry to manage risk and operate safely. Mines Rescue is a Registered Training Organisation offering training programs that have been developed by mining and emergency response professionals with national qualifications. Mines Rescue Pty Limited RTO ID 90508.