Operate Breathing Apparatus & Undertake First Response to Fire Incidents Training
Course code: MSMWHS212 Undertake First Response to Fire Incidents and MSMWHS216 Operate breathing apparatus
At a Glance
- Course code: MSMWHS212 Undertake First Response to Fire Incidents and MSMWHS216 Operate breathing apparatus
- Duration: 1 day
- Start: 19-06-2025 ~ 19-06-2025
- Training Location: Welshpool
Overview
The MSMWHS216 – Operate Breathing Apparatus Training Perth course is designed to ensure the health and safety of personnel working in irrespirable atmospheres. This Breathing Apparatus Course covers the operation and maintenance of open-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), following AS/NZS 1715:2009 and 1716:2012 standards.
Participants will learn to:
Pre-Donning Checks
Inspect breathing apparatus for use
Report any faulty or damaged equipment
Operate Breathing Apparatus
Monitor and control hazards
Maintain communication
Use apparatus as required
Manage working time
Follow entrapment procedures
Ensure personal safety
Conclude Operations
Shut down and remove apparatus
Clean and maintain it
Prepare equipment for next use
This Undertake First Response to Fire Incidents unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to undertake an appropriate first response to fire incidents in onshore and offshore situations/emergencies.
People working, operating or who regularly travel to an onshore or offshore hydrocarbon/petrochemical installation or facility or major hazard facility may require this competency.
This unit could be applied to any of the following installations or facilities:
factories and production plants
onshore/offshore rig/installation
island based facility
floating production vessel or platform
onshore production, processing pipeline systems and/or storage facilities
pipeline easements
maintenance bases.
Outline
Accredited Units
You will be enrolled into the following unit of competency:
Entry Requirements
Must be 18 years old and above
Present photo I.D. on arrival
If you have any physical conditions that may affect your ability to complete a course, please visit a doctor and obtain a “Fit for Work” certificate, and send it to our bookings email.
Please note, Saferight reserves the right to cancel your enrolment if this documentation is not provided and you are deemed unfit for training. Additionally, cancellation fees will apply if adequate notice is not given.
Bring along your own PPE: Gloves, high vis vests, you must wear enclosed shoes and remove all jewellery prior to course commencement.
Ability to read, write and understand English
Saferight is dedicated to supporting all students, including those with Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) needs. If your LLN skills are assessed as needing improvement to meet the course requirements, we may recommend additional support or training to help you succeed. If you have any concerns about your LLN skills, we encourage you to contact us before enrolling.
Individuals holding a student visa are not eligible to enrol in, participate in, or attend this course, whether face-to-face or online, as Saferight is not registered with CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students). Student visa holders are encouraged to seek training with a CRICOS-registered institution to meet their requirements. For more information please click here.
Disclaimer: Students must complete the post-enrolment learner details form sent via the booking confirmation email prior to attending the course. Failure to fill out the post-enrolment form before training will result in certificates not being issued.
Assessment
Theory Component
Practical Component
Certification
On successful completion of this course students will be issued with a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for the units below along with a wallet sized card:
Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for MSMWHS216 – Operate Breathing Apparatus
Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for MSMWHS212 Undertake First Response to Fire Incidents
A wallet-sized card
Your Statement of Attainment does not have an expiry date, however, industry standards recommend retraining every two years.
The Unique Student Identifier (USI) must be supplied and verified prior to issuance.
Duration
1 Day (7.30AM-3.30PM)