ICTQual Level 2 Award in Breathing Apparatus
This course develops knowledge, skills, and confidence to operate, inspect, maintain, and respond safely with breathing apparatus in hazardous atmospheres where respiratory protection is essential.
Course Features
The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Breathing Apparatus is a Level 2 training programme focused on safe and effective breathing apparatus use in hazardous atmospheres, delivered through approved training centres with mandatory assessment.
- Awarded by ICTQual AB UK Ltd
- Level 2 award for breathing apparatus safety and operation
- Consists of five mandatory study units
- Designed for workers in hazardous or compromised-air environments
- Includes mandatory assessment through approved training centres
- Assessment includes 100 multiple-choice questions with a 75% minimum pass score
About This Course
The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Breathing Apparatus is designed for individuals working in environments where air quality may be compromised by smoke, toxic gases, particulates, or other airborne hazards. The course provides structured training in the safe use, inspection, operation, emergency response, and maintenance of breathing apparatus.
Develops safe breathing apparatus operating competence
Covers respiratory hazards and workplace risk assessment
Builds knowledge of breathing apparatus components and limitations
Supports emergency response and rescue awareness
Includes maintenance, servicing, cleaning, and functional checks
Strengthens safety performance in hazardous workplace environments
What You'll Learn
Learners will develop the knowledge and practical understanding required to use breathing apparatus safely, assess respiratory hazards, follow operating procedures, respond to emergencies, and maintain equipment correctly.
Understand the purpose and function of breathing apparatus in providing respiratory protection
Identify different types of breathing apparatus and their components
Conduct risk assessments for respiratory hazards and determine suitable control measures
Inspect, don, doff, and operate breathing apparatus correctly
Respond to breathing apparatus malfunctions, air supply depletion, and emergency situations
Perform routine cleaning, disinfection, functional checks, and maintenance tasks
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for individuals working in industries or roles where respiratory protection is required and where personnel may need to use breathing apparatus in hazardous or compromised-air environments.
Firefighters and fire response personnel
Emergency responders and rescue team members
Industrial workers exposed to respiratory hazards
Confined space entry personnel
Chemical handling and hazardous materials personnel
Safety professionals, supervisors, and managers responsible for respiratory protection programmes
Course Content
Explore the comprehensive ICTQual Level 2 Award in Breathing Apparatus course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.
Introduction to Breathing Apparatus
Respiratory Hazards and Risk Assessment
Breathing Apparatus Operation
Emergency Procedures and Rescue Techniques
Maintenance and Servicing
Course Requirements
Learners should meet the entry requirements set for safe participation, including age, literacy, numeracy, medical disclosure, and a commitment to workplace safety.
Participants must be at least 18 years old and have basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand course materials, safety instructions, and operational procedures
Participants should be capable of safely performing breathing apparatus-related tasks, disclose relevant medical conditions or limitations to the training provider, and demonstrate commitment to safety
Assessments
Assessment is mandatory and conducted through approved training centres to confirm learners’ understanding of the course material and their ability to apply key concepts in breathing apparatus safety.
Mandatory assessment through approved training centres
Quizzes consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions
Assessment of comprehension of course material
Minimum pass score of 75% required
Progression
Completion of this qualification supports further professional development and career progression in respiratory protection, emergency response, occupational health and safety, and hazardous environment work.
Progress to advanced respiratory protection training and specialist breathing apparatus programmes
Move into occupational health and safety management roles involving respiratory protection programmes
Join emergency response, hazardous materials, or rescue teams where respiratory protection skills are required
Develop into safety consulting, training, environmental health, or industrial hygiene roles
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