Authorized Gas Tester (AGT)
The Authorized Gas Tester (AGT) course offered by OXQUAL develops the knowledge and practical awareness required to test workplace atmospheres before and during hazardous activities. Accurate gas testing is critical where oxygen deficiency, flammable gases or toxic substances may...
About this qualification
The Authorized Gas Tester (AGT) course offered by OXQUAL develops the knowledge and practical awareness required to test workplace atmospheres before and during hazardous activities. Accurate gas testing is critical where oxygen deficiency, flammable gases or toxic substances may be present.
The programme covers gas properties, detector operation, testing procedures, interpretation of readings, Permit-to-Work integration, emergency response and documentation. Learners develop a structured approach to atmospheric testing within confined spaces, process areas and other hazardous environments.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Introduction to Atmospheric Gas Testing
- Purpose and Importance of Gas Testing
- Roles and Responsibilities of an Authorized Gas Tester
- Properties of Flammable Gases
- Toxic Gas Hazards
- Oxygen Deficiency and Enrichment
- Lower and Upper Explosive Limits
- Gas Detection Equipment
- Detector Functions and Limitations
- Calibration and Bump-Test Awareness
- Pre-Use Equipment Checks
- Atmospheric Testing Procedures
- Testing Confined Spaces
- Testing Before Hot Work
- Interpreting Gas-Test Readings
- Continuous Atmospheric Monitoring
- Permit-to-Work Systems
- Emergency Actions for Unsafe Readings
- Gas-Test Documentation and Records
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Authorized Gas Testers
- Confined-Space Personnel
- Safety Officers and Engineers
- Maintenance and Inspection Personnel
- Process-Plant and Refinery Personnel
- Oil and Gas Workers
- Construction and Industrial Safety Professionals
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Understand atmospheric hazards and gas behaviour.
- Recognise oxygen, flammable and toxic-gas risks.
- Improve knowledge of gas-detection equipment.
- Conduct atmospheric testing more systematically.
- Interpret gas-test results accurately.
- Support Permit-to-Work and confined-space controls.
- Respond appropriately to abnormal gas readings.
- Maintain clear testing and calibration records.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Type: Multiple-choice examination.
- Total Questions: 40.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Mode: Online or onsite assessment.
- Duration: 60 minutes.
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