Operate Breathing Apparatus Open Circuit

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
• Must hold the pre-requisite unit PUAFIR210 Prevent injury (* only if undertaking training related to the fire sector as well as individuals undertaking RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue).
• Participants must be clean shaven to attend the course, in accordance with AS/NZS 1715:2009 and AS/NZS ISO 16975.3. Facial hair within the sealing area can compromise the effectiveness of the respirator, impacting its ability to provide proper protection.
• The physical capability to wear and work in a breathing apparatus and associated equipment in a range of simulated hazardous, confined or reduced-visibility environments; and complete associated manual-handling tasks. This requires sufficient mobility, strength, stamina, balance and coordination to maintain personal safety while wearing the equipment.
• Protective footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.
• To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
  • Learning: Follow detailed safety procedures to use breathing equipment correctly in hazardous situations.
  • Reading: Read and understand safety instructions, warning labels, and equipment checklists used at work. Writing: Write short notes or complete simple forms to record equipment checks or report issues.
  • Writing: Write short notes or complete simple forms to record equipment checks or report issues.
  • Oral communication: Listen carefully to instructions and speak clearly with others to make sure we stay safe while using equipment.
  • Numeracy: Use numbers to check air pressure, monitor time left, and make sure I’m using the equipment safely.
  • Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources

* The fire sector is those sections of government departments, statutory authorities or organisations that have responsibility under jurisdictional arrangements for the delivery of firefighting and fire management services.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

This certificate does not require renewal

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook on our website for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Performance tasks and practical scenarios:

• Conduct pre-donning, checks, tests and concluding operations for BA
• Respond to simulated BA emergencies
• Operate BA in a simulated hazardous atmosphere with reduced visibility
• Operate BA under simulated adverse conditions and implement emergency procedures

Documentation:

• Complete an Equipment Fault Log

Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.