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Responsibilities of an Authorized Gas Tester (AGT)

G as releases and other atmospheric changes can be extremely dangerous in the workplace. They can cause serious injury and death by asphyxiation; and, with the potential for fire and explosion, severe damage to plant and the surrounding environment as well. They are particularly hazardous to people working in confined spaces and during hot work activities. Job Description for Gas Test Technicians T est or analyze geological samples, crude oil, or minerals to detect the presence of petroleum, gas, or mineral deposits indicating potential for exploration or production or to determine physical or chemical properties to ensure that products meet quality standards . Responsibilities of an Authorized Gas Tester ( AGT ) Update his knowledge on the hazards that may be faced during entry, including information on the mode, signs and symptoms, and consequences of the exposure. Identify all chemical hazards and recommends control measures to ensure safe entry. Be familiar with al

Working in Confined Space, Entry and Rescue Training

What is Confined Space   A confined space is a space with limited entry and egress and not suitable for human inhabitants. An example is the interior of a storage tank, occasionally entered by maintenance workers but not intended for human occupancy. Confined space Hazards in a confined space often include harmful dust or gases, asphyxiation, submersion in liquids or free-flowing granular solids (for example, grain bins), electrocution, or entrapment. ➦ Confined Space Rescue Confined space rescue is a subset of technical rescue operations that involves the rescue and recovery of victims trapped in a confined space or in a place only accessible through confined spaces, such as underground vaults, storage silos, storage tanks, or sewers. Confined space entry A warning label on a storage tank, indicating that it is a confined space. Confined space rescues can be technically challenging due to the environment in which they occur. Confined spaces are often narrow and constr