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Safe Use of Breathing Apparatus Training
Unit Standard 123259 · NQF Level 2
SAQA-aligned safe use of breathing apparatus training delivered online, on-site or at our centres in Midrand and Durban. Daily classes, no waiting period.
Quick answer
What is the Safe Use of Breathing Apparatus course?
This course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely use and maintain breathing apparatus in hazardous or oxygen-deficient environments. The training focuses on understanding atmospheric hazards, correct donning and doffing procedures, equipment inspection, safe operation, and emergency procedures. Learners will be equipped to use breathing apparatus correctly while complying with occupational health and safety requirements.
Course outline
What the Safe Use of Breathing Apparatus course covers, module by module.
- Legal and compliance requirements for breathing apparatus use
- Types of breathing apparatus and their applications
- Atmospheric hazards and oxygen-deficient environments
- Roles and responsibilities of breathing apparatus users
- Pre-use inspections and equipment checks
- Donning, operation, and doffing procedures
- Limitations and duration of breathing apparatus
- Maintenance, cleaning, and storage requirements
- Emergency procedures and user safety considerations
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify hazardous atmospheres requiring breathing apparatus
- Inspect breathing apparatus and identify defects
- Correctly don, operate, and remove breathing apparatus
- Understand equipment limitations and safe working durations
- Apply emergency procedures while using breathing apparatus
Who should attend
- Confined space workers
- Emergency response and rescue teams
- Maintenance and industrial personnel
- Fire and safety teams
- Health and Safety Representatives
Entry requirements
- Basic literacy and numeracy
- Medically fit to use breathing apparatus
Frequently asked questions
How much does Safe Use of Breathing Apparatus cost?
The course costs R800 per person and runs for one day. It is aligned to SAQA unit standard 123259 at NQF Level 2 for using and maintaining self contained breathing apparatus. Group bookings are negotiable. Daily classes run at our Midrand and Durban centres, or we can train on site. Email us at info@rehtraining.co.za to book.
What does the course cover?
You learn to identify hazardous and oxygen deficient atmospheres, carry out pre-use inspections and fit, operate and remove breathing apparatus correctly. The course also covers equipment limitations and safe working durations, plus maintenance, cleaning and storage so the apparatus stays ready for use. Practical sessions give you hands-on practice during the one day course.
Who needs breathing apparatus training?
Anyone who may need to work in hazardous or oxygen deficient atmospheres should do this course, including confined space entrants, rescue team members and emergency response staff. It suits both new users and experienced workers who need formal certification. Classes run daily at our Midrand and Durban centres or on site, and the course is R800 per person.
Can you train at our plant?
Yes. We train at client premises across South Africa, which lets your team practise with the apparatus and procedures used at your plant. Daily classes also run at our centres in Midrand and Durban. Email us at info@rehtraining.co.za or call 010 746 6954 to arrange a date and get a group quote.
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