Gas Monitor Training (GMT)

Description

The rigorous curriculum of Gas Monitor Training and teaching is designed to improve students' ability to recognize hazards and detect fuel. It can be accessed online, offline, through e-studying provided in collaboration with Mintra Global, or at Elite Offshore's location in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai.

Through this training, people can acquire the skills and information necessary to safely operate gas monitoring equipment and maintain a secure work environment in areas including the oil and gas, petrochemical, and maritime industries. The fundamentals of gas detection, gas level interpretation, gas monitor calibration, and the proper course of action to take in the event of an emergency or spill are taught to the participants.

Through interactive e-learning modules or on-line or off-line mode, students gain hands-on experience in identifying, monitoring, and mitigating gas hazards. The Gas Monitor training, recognized by industry standards, provides a globally recognized certification upon successful completion. Invest in your safety and professional development today with Elite Offshore's Gas Monitor e-learning course in partnership with Mintra Global.  



What will you learn

  • 1. Identify the role of the Gas Monitor

  • 2. Identify the consequences of not carrying out the role correctly

  • 3. Describe the organisational and statutory requirements in relation to gas testing and the requirements for safe systems of work

  • 4. Define what is meant by a confined space

  • 5. Discuss the use of PPE and RPE during the risk assessment

  • 6. Define the relative densities of each gas and where the Gas Monitor would normally expect to locate them

  • 7. Describe the effects of toxic gases on the human body

  • 8. Describe how flammable atmospheres can be created

  • 9. Define LEL, the explosive envelope and UEL

  • 10. Illustrate the formation of gas plumes and the effects of turbulence

  • 11. Explain the Fire Triangle

  • 12.Identify the need to remove fuel sources to prevent fire and explosions

  • 13. Illustrate the effects of explosions and overpressure

  • 14. Describe the effects of pool fires and jet fires

  • 15. Describe, and explain the general operation of, a generic four channel gas monitor

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

  • 17. Describe the use of the gas detector during hot work operations and the role of the Fire Watcher

  • 18. Explain the location of the Fire Watcher, the portable Gas Monitor and the actions to take if the alarm is sounded

  • 19. Describe the sentinel type gas monitor, its required location during hot work and the alarm response actions

  • 20. Describe how consideration should be given to the wind direction and the effect of hot metal and sparks on adjacent areas

Requirements
  • Individuals who are responsible for the ongoing monitoring of hot work sites.

Lessons

  • 1 Lessons
  • 00:00:00 Hours