Introduction to the NHSS 12 Gate Person Airlock Installer/Operator Course by THS Training
This comprehensive course is designed to equip delegates with a thorough understanding of essential safety protocols, procedures, and technical knowledge required to effectively perform the role of a Gate Person or Airlock Installer/Operator. Upon successful completion, delegates will gain the necessary skills and confidence to operate safely and efficiently within a temporary traffic management environment.
What will delegates learn?
By the end of this session, delegates will have a clear understanding of the following key areas:
- Safety and Risks: Gain a comprehensive understanding of potential hazards during airlock operations and learn how to assess and mitigate risks to ensure safety at all times.
- Requirements and Signing Layouts: Learn about the essential signage and layout requirements for airlock systems, ensuring proper communication and safety throughout the process.
- Sequence for Installation of an Airlock: Receive step-by-step guidance on correctly installing an airlock, ensuring it meets safety standards and functions as intended.
- Operating an Airlock: Gain practical instruction on operating an airlock safely and efficiently, maintaining smooth traffic flow and minimizing risks during operations.
- Multiple Entry Points with One Crew: Learn how to manage multiple entry points with a single crew, effectively coordinating activities while ensuring safety.
- Dealing with Incidents and Incursions: Develop strategies for handling unexpected incidents or incursions, focusing on quick and safe resolutions to maintain the integrity of the airlock system.
- Completion of Works Sequence – Removing an Airlock: Learn the correct procedures for safely removing an airlock once work is complete, ensuring systems are decommissioned properly.
What should delegates be aware of?
Throughout the course, delegates will become aware of key considerations that impact airlock operations, including:
- Risks during Airlock Operations: Develop a deep understanding of the risks involved in airlock operations and learn how to recognize and respond to potential hazards that may affect both workers and the public.
- Plant Vehicle Interface: Understand how to safely manage interactions between plant vehicles and other machinery, ensuring smooth operations and preventing accidents.
- Safe Industry Operational Procedures: Gain an overview of the industry’s best practices for airlock systems, emphasizing safety and efficiency at every step.
- Minimum Standards: Learn the minimum safety and operational standards required within the industry to ensure compliance and best practices at all times.
What knowledge will delegates gain?
By the end of the course, delegates will leave with a solid foundation of knowledge in the following areas:
- Equipment Used to Create a ‘Gate’ or Airlock: Understand the tools and equipment required to create and manage airlocks, including their functions and proper use in the field.
- Requirements and Role of the Gate Person: Gain a detailed understanding of the gate person’s role, their responsibilities, and how they contribute to the safety and success of airlock operations.
- Risks in Connection with the Role: Be aware of the specific risks associated with the gate person’s role and learn how to effectively mitigate them to ensure a safe working environment.
- Industry Guidance Relating to Airlocks: Become familiar with key industry guidance and standards, ensuring delegates stay up-to-date with best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Use of Technology to Manage Incursions: Learn about the technological tools and systems used to monitor and manage incursions, enabling effective responses to potential breaches or issues.
Certification
At the end of the course, delegates will complete a multiple-choice question paper consisting of 16 questions. To pass, delegates must achieve a score of at least 80%. Upon successful completion, candidates will receive certification from Lantra Awards, a respected industry awarding organization. This certification will be valid for 5 years, ensuring delegates maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills throughout their careers.
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To provide delegates with the necessary knowledge to assist them in becoming a competent member of a temporary traffic management team.
