Wear and Operate a Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus (CABA) in the Workplace
This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills to operate a Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus (CABA) set.
Certification
A Wear and Operate CABA in the Workplace certificate will be issued on successful completion of this course.Standard: 25044 L3 C4 V4
Course Content
The course focuses on:
- CABA safe operations.
- CABA components.
- Commission, test and re-commission CABA equipment.
- Wear and monitor a CABA.
- Maintain CABA records.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the safe operation of a CABA.
- Prepare, test, and recommission CABA equipment.
- Wear and monitor a CABA.
- Implement emergency procedures.
Course structure
The course is a combination of theoretical and practical sessions. Students are assessed continuously during the course.
Prerequisites
Participants are required to sign a declaration that they are in good health (have no medical, physical or psychological conditions that would affect their ability to succeed in this training) OR provide a current (less than 6 months old) medical certificate. Wood Training reserve the right to stop training for health and safety purposes, e.g. failure to secure a facial seal.
Assessment process
Theory assessment followed by practical assessment which takes place when the student is ready/has shown that they can perform all tasks required. The assessment will involve the preparation and use of CABA.
Revalidation/Refresher
To maintain current competency, it is recommended that refresher training occurs regularly. Depending on the industry you work in this may vary. Current Wood Training recommendation is every two years.
Special Notes
This training is not intended to cover the specialised application of fire services US3272 Wear and Operate BA in general emergencies.
Items to bring
- Photo ID.
- Comfortable clothing suitable for wearing under Fire
- Fighting attire.
- Socks.
- Covered in footwear.
- Water bottle.
- Change of clothes and towel for available shower.
Health
Refer to prerequisites
Course Length
6 Hours
Location
Emergency Response Training Centre, Bell Block
Price
$580 + GST per person
Group rates available
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Meet The Trainers
Ryan Moss
Ryan Moss
Coming from a business background, Ryan worked in the offshore industry before moving onshore to pursue a career as a fire and marine trainer. He has Emergency Care, Fire and Rescue qualifications as well as in the areas of Adult Education and Training. Ryan volunteers his time to work with St John Ambulance as an ambulance officer and as a senior fire fighter with Fire Emergency New Zealand. Ryan stands out as a well-rounded emergency response professional with experience across multiple areas.
Stephen Ritson
Stephen Ritson
Steve’s background includes serving with the Royal Marines Commando, a teacher of Art and Design, Fire Fighter (NZFS), Ship Security Officer maintaining security. His personal passion lies with mountaineering and climbing, bringing valuable rope skills and rescue to the Industrial rope access industry. Steve has a strong understanding of teams working under high pressure in high hazard and high stress environments. He holds a postgraduate Certificate in Education as well as qualifications in Training, Assessment, Rope Access and Occupation and Health and Safety.
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