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Courses

Class 2.1.1A - Flammable Gas Approved Handler

The Class 2.1.1A Flammable Gas Approved Handler course will provide you with an understanding of safe cylinder storage and handling.

This will include the following elements:
   Hazards of flammable gas,
   Awareness of the potential dangers,
   Knowledge of approved handler responsibilities as required by HSNO legislation.

Successful completion of this course and assessments will allow you to apply for an Approved Handler Certificate for class 2.1.1A flammable gas under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996.

This course has been accredited by the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board to meet the requirements for a technical course for continuous professional development (Course Number: TP 19352-6) and carries 10 points.

Class 3.1A and B Flammable Liquids Approved Handler

The Class 3.1A and B Flammable Liquids Approved Handler course will provide you with an understanding of safe flammable liquids storage and handling.

This course is designed to provide you with knowledge of:
Legislation relevant to approved handler requirements under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms
Act for flammable liquids class 3.1A and B

Controls relevant to flammable liquids, such as:
• Hazardous atmosphere and controlled zones
      • Building design
      • Signage
• Fire extinguishers
      • Emergency management

Successful completion of this course and assessments will allow you to apply for an Approved Handler Certificate for class 3.1A and B flammable liquid under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996. You will also become certified for class 6.1 Acute Toxicants and class 9.1 Aquatic Toxicants.

The investment for this course is: $172.50 (including GST).

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Approved Handler Class 2 - 9 HSNO Act Certificate Renewal

The Renewal Class 2-9 Approved Handler course will provide you with a refresher regarding those classes, lifecycles, terms and conditions you are already certified for, classifications, hazardous substance management and changes to the relevant legislation. To sit this course therefore your approved handler certificate will have recently expired or is about to expire.

This will include the following elements:
Acts and legislation
Hazardous substances classifications
Knowledge of approved handler responsibilities as required by HSNO legislation
Control regulations
Test certificates
Codes of practices

Successful completion of this course and assessments will allow you to apply for an Approved Handler Certificate for those classes, lifecycles, terms and conditions you are already certified for under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996.

Spill Response

This course outlines the following features:
The contents of a spill kit,
How and when to use your spill kit,
An overview of the various spills you may encounter.

This is a non-technical course and has been designed to meet the requirements of the Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers Board and carries six credits. (Course Number: TP 19352-5)

This course provides information specific to the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying industry and is suited to individuals working within the industry.

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Chemical Safety

This course will give you best practice concepts for storing, handling and transporting substances, information on working with sewerage, as well what to do in the event of a chemical emergency.

This is a non-technical course and has been designed to meet the requirements of the Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers Board for continuing professional development (CPD). This course carries six credits. This course provides information specific to the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying industry and is suited to individuals working within the industry. (Course Number: TP 19352-9)

Hearing Safety

As Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers, you are exposed to hazardous noise on a regular basis. Because of the high risk of hearing loss involved in your profession it is important that you are aware of these hazards and know how to protect yourself and others from suffering damage to your hearing.

This course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers Board and carries six credits.

As changes in technology continue along with consumer awareness regarding sound trade practice, the ongoing development of knowledge, judgment and expertise is crucial in today’s industry. It is the Board’s responsibility to ensure that registered practitioners maintain an adequate level of competence in their field of work. (Course Number: TP 19352-7)

Working Safely in the Sun

Sun exposure is an occupational hazard for all outdoor workers. Ultraviolet or ‘UV’ radiation can cause cancer and because it’s invisible it can damage our skin without our knowledge. All skin types can be damaged permanently and irreversibly.

This flexible online learning course will provide you with important information about the hazards of sun exposure AND inform you how to work safely in the sun.

Our course is designed specifically for Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers who work in the outdoor environment. This non-technical course is ideal for staff induction, refresher training and continuing professional development with PGDB for all Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers and carries six credits. (Course Number: TP 19352-8)

Introduction to Erosion Control

This approved PGDB course provides information specific to the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying industry and is suited to individuals working within the industry.

This course has been designed to provide you with an insight into Erosion and Sediment control measures. With an increased awareness and knowledge you will be able to assist your company in complying with council requirements and maintaining an environmentally friendly image by preventing adverse effects on the environment due to erosion and sediment.

The Introduction to Erosion Control Course has been accredited by the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB) to meet the requirements for a technical course for continuous professional development 12 points (TP19352-10).

Identification of Clan Labs and How to Leave Safely for Persons Entering Private Property

Our ‘Identification of Clan Labs and How to Leave Safely for Persons Entering Private Property’ course has been developed to provide a straight forward guide for how to recognise a clan lab (P Lab). It also gives a guide for how to respond appropriately after entering premises where a clan lab is present.

Taking this course would be very useful to people involved in the trades or any other professions where entering a private dwelling is common.

The PGDB has approved and awarded this a technical course for continuous professional development course with 6 points. (TP19352-11).