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STCW Approved Training
Breathing Apparatus Course
Course Description: The BA Training Course (Breathing Apparatus Course) is a short course aimed at both the maritime industry, and industrial factory personnel. This course is to hone your fire team’s skills in the correct care, operations and use of BA sets. Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) forms a vital part of the fire fighters equipment, but the control of people entering fires, safety checks, and breathing time left on each set must be properly controlled and recorded to minimise injuries.
Duration: 1 Day
Entry Requirements: None
Learning Objectives: Breathing Apparatus Course
The SAMSA matrix prescribes that the learner should have the following knowledge and practical skills at the end of the course:
- Identify when to adopt breathing apparatus
- Demonstrate the importance of effective team work
- Understand the physical restraints of breathing apparatus
- Demonstrate skills when working in heat and smoke
Additional Requirements: The learner should be able to be physically fit and not suffer from any medical conditions. (This course can be strenuous).
Accreditation: Course Completion Certificate. Certificate should be renewed every 5 years.
Price: Please refer to the Price List (light lunch included)
This Course is Only Available at the Following Training Centres:
St. Helena Bay | Cape Town | Port Elizabeth
Due to available facilities and infrastructure at our various training centres, courses and course prices may vary.
