Cirrus medical's specialised courses are aligned with the relevant SETA and, while we follow the course curriculum, we ensure that the courses are enjoyable and interactive. Each instructor presents the course based on experience in the field.
FIREFIGHTING: BASIC
A basic introduction into fires, how they start, how they behave, minimising your fire risk and the methods of extinguishing
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The elements of fire
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Classes of fire
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How fires spread
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Types of extinguishers including hose reels
50% Theory and 50% practical course content (adjusted depending on the students requirements)
Course requirements: Ability to understand and write in english
Course duration: 6 hours
Certificate: Certificate of competency issued. Retraining is recommended after 2 years
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The methods of extinguishing fires
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Fire prevention
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Good housekeeping
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Equipment inspections
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Use of extinguishers
working At heights: Level 1
A course designed for employees working at heights more than 1.5 meters from ground level.
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General Information
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Selecting the correct fall protection equipment
70% Theory and 30% practical course content (adjusted depending on the students requirements)
Course requirements: Ability to understand and write in english
Course duration: 1 day
Certificate: Certificate of competency issued. Retraining is recommended after 1 year
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Equipment Maintenance And Inspection
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Stairs and ladder Safety
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General Rescue Plan
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Health Risks
Confined space entry
A course designed for employees working in a closed space environment, identification of hazards and precautions prior to entry
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Describe and explain the purpose and application of confined space entry
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Describe the responsibilities of site supervisor, entry attendant, authorized entrant and authorized rescuer
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Confined space entry requirements
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Personal Protective Equipment Required
100% Theory
Course requirements: Ability to understand and write in english
Course duration: 1 day
Certificate: Certificate of competency issued. Retraining is recommended after 1 year
Gas detection:for operators
A course designed for employees working in an environment relating to hazardous gases and are required to identify and mitigate risk to themselves and others.
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Regulations, Policies & Procedures
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Detector Familiarization
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The Effects of Oxygen Levels
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Flammable Gases
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Toxic Gases
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Gas Behavior
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Gas Detection Techniques
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Permit to Work
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Personal Protective Equipment
70% Theory and 30% practical course content (adjusted depending on the students requirements)
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Course requirements: Ability to understand and write in english
Course duration: 1 day
Certificate: Certificate of competency issued. Retraining is recommended after 1 year
H2s hydrogen sulphide gas
A course designed for employees working in an environment relating to hazardous gases and are required to identify and mitigate risk to themselves and others.
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Describe H2S characteristics and effects
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Explain H2S contingency plans
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Identify H2S detection equipment: Types, use, and operation.
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Recall and perform H2S emergency procedures
100% theory course content (adjusted depending on the students requirements)
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Course requirements: Ability to understand and write in english
Course duration: 1/2 day
Certificate: Certificate of competency issued. Retraining is recommended after 1 year