Gas Measurement (Maritime) Training

• Identify what constitutes a dangerous atmosphere on board

• Describe the types of atmospheres on board a vessel that can be detrimental to your health, and can even prove fatal

• Describe the different types of flammable gases found in the maritime industry

• Describe the different toxic gases found in the maritime industry

• Describe the detection methods for flammable and toxic gases

• Explain the precautions that must be taken when dealing with flammable and toxic gases

• Explain why, in the past, coal miners took canaries into coal mines

• Describe the most common ways of detecting gas

• Describe different portable gas detection technologies

• Describe portable gas detection technologies in detail

• Describe the main differences between aspirated and non-aspirated gas detectors

• Describe the standard calibration checks to be carried out prior to use of the gas monitor

• Describe the proper use of the gas detector

• Describe the older technology gas monitors and the restrictions in their use

• Describe the most important aspect in choosing a gas detector

• Describe how to measure flammable gases

• Describe the monitoring of gases above the LEL range

• Describe the symptoms of oxygen enrichment and oxygen deficiency

• Explain how carbon monoxide is formed and why it can be dangerous to humans

• Explain what hydrogen sulphide (H2S) is, and how it can be dangerous to humans

• Identify the spaces on board a vessel that can be considered to be a confined space

• Describe what an enclosed space is and provide examples of confined spaces

• Describe the respiratory hazards related to confined spaces

• Describe the basic requirements for entering confined spaces

• Explain what precautions must be taken during entry into a confined space

• Identify when it is safe to enter a confined space

• Explain what ‘gas freeing’ is and why it is necessary before entry into a confined space

• Identify the basic principles of inerting and purging

• Identify the dangers associated with inert gases

• Define the basic rules for checking that the atmosphere is safe by testing before entry

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 learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

• Internet access - users will need a device with a web browser and internet connection

• System - runs on computers, tablets and mobile devices using Windows 7 and above and MAC OS devices running IOS 11 and above

• Browsers - Edge, Chrome, Firefox and Safari

• Minimum browser size - none

• Audio - requires device speaker or headphones