IFSMC Authorized Gas Tester (AGT)

Course Duration

  • Total Duration:

1 Day (6 – 8 Hours)

Assessment Method

1. Theory Assessment
Multiple-choice and short-answer questions covering gas testing procedures, gas properties, and interpretation

Successful participants will receive the IFSMC Certificate of Competence: Authorized Gas Tester, valid for 2 years, signifying full qualification to conduct atmospheric testing and support safe work operations.

Course Overview

The IFSMC Authorized Gas Tester Course is a technical and safety-critical training program designed to prepare professionals to carry out gas testing safely and competently in confined spaces, hot work areas, and other potentially hazardous environments.
This course covers atmospheric testing techniques, gas detection principles, interpretation of readings, and control measures to ensure safe entry and work in areas where toxic, flammable, or oxygen-deficient atmospheres may be present.

Whether you are working in oil & gas, construction, marine, or utilities, this qualification is essential for personnel responsible for atmospheric monitoring and work permit authorization.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of an Authorized Gas Tester (AGT)
  • Identify hazardous gases and interpret gas detector readings
  • Conduct gas testing in confined spaces and hot work areas
  • Calibrate and use gas detection instruments correctly
  • Understand LEL, UEL, oxygen levels, and toxic gas thresholds
  • Follow permit-to-work and isolation procedures
  • Document and communicate gas test results effectively

Reference

This course is developed in accordance with international and industry-specific standards:

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 – Permit-Required Confined Spaces
  • NFPA 350 – Guide for Safe Confined Space Entry and Work
  • API RP 2015 – Safe Entry and Cleaning of Petroleum Storage Tanks
  • HSE HSG 253 – The Safe Isolation of Plant and Equipment
  • Saudi Aramco GI 0006.001 – Confined Space Entry (if applicable)
  • IFSMC Safety and Gas Testing Procedures

Course Outline

Introduction to Gas Testing and AGT Responsibilities

  • Importance of gas testing
  • Legal responsibilities and competency requirements

Hazardous Gases and Their Properties

  • Flammable gases, oxygen levels, and toxic gases (Hâ‚‚S, CO, etc.)
  • IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) values

Gas Testing Equipment

  • Types of portable gas detectors
  • Pre-use checks and calibration

Testing Procedures for Different Work Types

  • Confined space entry
  • Hot work and cold work permits
  • Work at heights or in pits/trenches

Understanding and Interpreting Readings

  • LEL, UEL, ppm, %vol
  • Response to unsafe readings

Permit-to-Work and Isolation Coordination

  • Interaction with safety officers and permit issuers
  • Documentation and compliance

Practical Demonstration and Exercises

  • Hands-on gas detection and result logging

Why Choose This Course?

  • Aligned with OSHA, NFPA, and industry-specific gas testing requirements
  • Combines theoretical knowledge with practical demonstrations
  • Includes templates and guidance for gas testing documentation
  • Recognized by employers in high-risk industries (oil & gas, marine, utilities)

Who Should Enrol?

This course is essential for:

  • Safety Officers and Supervisors
  • Confined Space Entry Teams
  • Permit Issuers and Receivers
  • Industrial Hygienists
  • Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Construction, and Marine Workers
  • Anyone responsible for atmospheric monitoring

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