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Gas Monitor Competence Training – MSA Altair 5X with VOC Gas Monitor

This training is designed to meet the OSHA 1910.146(h)(2) standard for operating the MSA Altair 5X with VOC gas monitor. OSHA's Confined Space Entry curriculum does not encompass this crucial knowledge, making this course essential. It also doubles as a refresher on the hazards associated with confined space entry.

Gas Monitor Competence Training – MSA Altair 5X with VOC Gas Monitor

DISCLAIMER

This training is meant to supplement, not replace, the product’s operating manual. Before using the instrument, carefully read the manual. The product will function as intended only if it is used and maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If not, the product could fail, potentially leading to severe personal injury or death for those depending on it.

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Gas Monitor Competence Training is not a luxury but a requirement because the gas detector – the essential piece of equipment a worker depends on – is NOT INCLUDED in OSHA Confined Space Entry curriculum. Solely relying on OSHA courses might leave workers unprepared to operate their gas detectors securely and confidently. This course is tailored to your specific monitor and offers insights not available in manuals or YouTube videos. The Gas Monitor Competence Training course moves beyond simply being “compliant” to ensuring “safety,” combining components of a confined space refresher and the characteristics of the gas monitors most beneficial to workers, thereby effectively complying with 1910.146(h)(2).

COURSE TOPICS

The course covers:

  • Refresher on confined space – definition and risks
  • Most prevalent gases, their behavior in confined spaces, and their effects on your body
  • Trade secrets for immediate troubleshooting, including the Hard Zero©
  • Proper and improper alarm responses
  • Definition, reasons, misconceptions, and execution of Bump
  • Definition, misconceptions, execution of Calibration
  • The Four Calibration Scenarios©
  • Comparison and myths of pump vs non-pump operations
  • Basic and advanced functions
  • How to check peak exposures after an alarm
  • Sensor types, warnings and troubleshooting
  • Key information on Battery and Water Resistance
  • Do’s and Don’ts

…and much more.

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated time: 90 minutes

PASS MARK

Passing score: 80%

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

A certificate of completion will be issued.

COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 60 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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