Safety Training

ERT Module 12 – SCBA & Respiratory Arrest Course Code: ERT12

Course Date(s)

This module trains Emergency Response Team members in the safe use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and emergency response procedures for respiratory arrest situations. It covers SCBA operation, maintenance, and limitations, as well as casualty management during respiratory emergencies. The course emphasises personal safety, correct donning/doffing techniques, and compliance with respiratory protection standards.

Aims:

Course Content:

Who should apply:

This training course is aimed at the following:

Emergency Response Team members operating in environments with toxic gases, smoke, or oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Health & Safety Officers and Emergency Coordinators.
Employees working in confined spaces or hazardous chemical environments.
Supervisors and managers responsible for respiratory protection programs.

Pre-requisites for joining this course: Completed Mod1, Mod2, Mod7 Low/Med CFS,

Course Content:

The course covers the following elements:

Introduction to SCBA & Respiratory Hazards
SCBA Components & Functionality
Donning & Doffing Procedures
Respiratory Arrest Response
Practical Skills & Scenarios

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

Identify respiratory hazards and explain the role of SCBA in emergency response.
Inspect, maintain, and correctly use SCBA equipment.
Perform safe donning and doffing procedures under time pressure.
Respond effectively to respiratory arrest situations, including CPR and casualty management.
Document SCBA usage and post-incident actions for compliance and improvement.

Assessment Method:

Written Assessment: Multiple-choice and short-answer questions on SCBA operation and respiratory emergency protocols.
Practical Assessment: Hands-on SCBA donning/doffing and respiratory arrest response drills.
Continuous Assessment: Participation in group discussions and scenario-based exercises.

Course Duration

1 Day

Number of Delegates

Certification

On successful completion of the course, learners will receive Shorcontrol Safety Ltd. Certification which is valid for 3 years