Allens Training
Identify, Detect and Monitor Hazardous Materials at an Incident
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This course applies to emergency response teams and personnel required to detect and identify contaminants at a hazardous materials incident.
This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to use specific equipment to detect, identify and monitor airborne contaminants, liquids, and solids at a hazardous materials incident. This includes dangerous goods, goods too dangerous to be transported and hazardous chemicals. Students will learn how to assess the risks posed by the materials identified and to formulate an entry plan for their safe isolation and mitigation.
Delivery mode
Allens Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
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