117-20 - Gas Monitoring Basics
Learning objectives
- List the three major reasons gas monitors are needed
- Identify common types of gas monitors
- Describe the basic operation of a gas monitor
- Define each of the following terms: lower explosive limit, upper explosive limit, Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH), and calibration
- Describe basic gas sampling techniques
- Explain why calibration and bump tests are performed
Course overview
Gas monitoring instruments are designed to protect personnel from unseen hazards that may exist in workplace environments, including confined spaces and underground mines. These instruments must be maintained and properly calibrated to ensure worker health and safety. The Gas Monitoring Basics training series describes the basic design and operation of a gas monitor. It also discusses sampling techniques. Gas Monitoring Basics is part of the Hazardous Materials Safety training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
