Course overview

This course allows experienced gas testers to update their knowledge of gas and atmospheric testing equipment and demonstrate current competency in gas testing and recording results.  

Course structure

This course consists of online learning modules that you work through at your own pace. At the very end of the course there are summative assessment tasks and a requirement to complete an attestation that is signed by your workplace supervisor.  If you are unable to fulfill the attestation requirement, practical demonstration of skills can be undertaken by attending a practical session at our facilities (cost to be advised). 

After you contact Wood Training, we will send you a confirmation email with a link to the course and a self-enrolment key.  You will be prompted in the system to set up a profile, with information that we need for your enrolment.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course students will be able to:

• Demonstrate current knowledge of gas testing terms; commons gases and alarm set points.
• Identify pre use equipment checks and general features of a gas detector.
• Perform gas test(s) and/or interpret/record results.

Course prerequisites

Must hold NZQA US 3058 or a documented equivalent that is deemed acceptable by Wood Training.

Certification

After successful completion of the online course you will be issued with an electronic badge. Before we can issue you with a formal Gas Testing Refresher Certificate you will be asked to contact Wood Training with proof of identity.

Revalidation/Refresher

To maintain current competency, it is recommended refresher training occurs regularly.  Depending on the industry you work in this may vary.  Current Wood Training recommendation is every two years.

Things you need 

• Access to a computer and stable internet.
• An email address.

Eligibility

Students eligible to study with Wood Training are:

• Permanent Residents,
• Australian Citizens, or
• Holders of work-visas who are required to undertake training by their employer.

Proof of eligibility is required. Please do not book people into this course if they do not meet these criteria, If uncertain, please call Wood Training on 06 751 1101 to discuss.less