Product Fact Sheet

Authorised Gas Testing LEVEL 1

Duration: 160 mins Level: Intermediate Pass mark: 100%
Product ID:
ATL001_01_174_2_L1_MUL_
101

Price Band: E

Provider: Atlas Knowledge

Category: Safety

Sub Category: Safe

Systems of Work

Assessment Model:
Adaptive – Assessment at
the end of course. For
failed questions, you will be
asked to review the
relevant content before
making another attempt at
the assessment.

System requirements:
Internet Access - Users will
need a computer or device
Course Description: with a web browser and an
internet connection.
Who is the course for?
System - Runs on desktop
computers and tablets.
Completion of AGT Level 1 is required for those involved in carrying out tests for oxygen and
Microsoft Windows 7, 8
for flammable and toxic gases prior to work in a confined space. and 10 and MAC OS.
Apple Tablets running IOS
Is previous experience required? 11.

It is expected that as a participant in this course, you will have received formal training in gas Browser - Runs on Edge,
testing and that you hold suitable qualifications. IE11, Chrome, Firefox and
Safari, no plug-ins required
How will the course benefit me?
Minimum browser size -
The risk of incidents involving gas occurs across the international oil and gas industry, 1024x672
particularly when working in confined spaces. This course will give you a basic understanding
Audio – Requires speaker
of gas hazards and how these can be mitigated by testing and other control measures. or headphones.
The knowledge gained in this course will help you understand how, when and where to carry Notes - Not suitable for
out the necessary gas tests prior to confined space entry activities. smartphones.

How will the course benefit my company?

By correctly ensuring that atmospheres are safe for work activities in confined spaces, you
contribute to the safety of the asset, your fellow workers and yourself. A reduction in incidents
means a safer working environment for everyone.

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Aberdeen Energy Park +44(0)1224 708430
www.atlasknowledge.com
Claymore Drive info@atlasknowledge.com
Aberdeen AB23 8GD
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What standards are referenced in the course?

This course is written to the OPITO Authorised Gas Tester Training Level 1 – Initial testing for
confined space standard.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your
knowledge and understanding. These are based on the course elements and have a pass
mark of 100%.

Learning Objectives:
• Confined space criteria

• The hazards of operations within an oxygen-deficient, toxic or flammable environment

• Carrying out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment (TBRA) or (KBRA)

• Using safe systems of work

• The implications of organisational and statutory requirements

• Interpreting operational requirements

• How to select, use and care for PPE and RPE

• Working within the Permit to Work system

• The operating principles of atmosphere monitoring and measuring equipment

• Gas detector pre-start checks

• Calibrating the instruments used in atmospheric testing

• The behaviour of different flammable and toxic gases

• The range and frequency of tests

• Acceptable levels of flammable and toxic gases

• How to set up the relevant detector for each gas testing application

• Performing gas tests in sequence

• Obtaining a representative atmosphere sample

• Monitoring and retesting

• Where to site portable or transportable equipment that will be used to continuously monitor
the atmosphere

• Interpreting and documenting the results

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Atlas Knowledge
Aberdeen Energy Park +44(0)1224 708430
www.atlasknowledge.com
Claymore Drive info@atlasknowledge.com
Aberdeen AB23 8GD