Develop the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence required to work safely in irrespirable and hazardous environments with the Breathing Apparatus Industrial Wearer Initial course. Designed for operatives who are new to the use of compressed air breathing apparatus, this course provides essential training in the correct use of full respiratory protective equipment, including SCBA. Through a combination of classroom learning, demonstrations, and practical exercises, delegates gain a clear understanding of current legislation, safe systems of work, and operational procedures, supporting safe, compliant working in environments involving gases, chemicals, dusts, particles, or biological risks.
This course is aimed at anyone working in irrespirable environments where the use of working compressed air breathing apparatus is required for either short durations for specific tasks or prolonged working. This may include working with chemicals or gases, viral risks or dusts and particles as an example.
To enable delegates to understand and effectively comply with the relevant legislation and regulations associated with breathing apparatus wearing including specific working policies and procedures relevant to generic wok activities and client specific activities. This includes:
A combination of classroom based activity, syndicate working and Presentation/demonstrations, practical application and question and answer paper. A wide range of video and photographic material is used to enhance the learning experience for delegates.
Continued assessment process with final written question paper leading to certification on successfully completing the course.
The Breathing Apparatus Industrial Wearer Initial course provides essential training for working safely in irrespirable and hazardous environments. Delivered by Rescue2, it teaches the correct use of compressed air breathing apparatus, including SCBA, and covers legislation, procedures, and safe systems of work.
The course is designed for operatives who are new to using breathing apparatus or who require full initial training. It is suitable for anyone working in environments involving gases, chemicals, dusts, particles, or biological risks.
The course covers breathing apparatus equipment, cylinder durations, general checks, start up procedures, entry control, wearer distress, record keeping, and practical exercises. It also includes customer specific policies and procedures.
Training is delivered over one day through classroom based learning, demonstrations, and hands on practical exercises. Learning is supported with discussion, visual materials, and guided instruction to ensure safe and confident equipment use.
Delegates are assessed throughout the course, with a final written question paper used to confirm competence. Successful completion leads to certification confirming the ability to work safely using breathing apparatus.

Rescue2 Ltd, The Old Stables, Decoy Lane, Arundel Road, Poling, West Sussex BN18 9QA