Course details
Propane Handling & Exchange
This course will teach the basics of safe handling and exchange of propane cylinders, as well as how to inspect cylinders and deal with emergency situations.
Course Overview
Propane is used Canada-wide in a variety of commercial, industrial, and construction projects. This course will teach the basics of safe handling of both liquid- and vapour-withdrawal cylinders with a step-by-step guide to using, storing, and exchanging both, as well as how to inspect cylinders and deal with emergency situations. The program gives a full breakdown of the components of cylinders and the science behind propane to ensure a thorough understanding of the way the chemical works. Finally, sections on the legal requirements for competency, emergency response, and first aid round out the program, and upon completion the student will receive a certificate of completion consistent with the Canadian Standards Authority's Regulation B149.2-10 for propane storage and handling as well as the standards in Ontario.
Topics Covered
- Legal Requirements
- The Science of Propane
- Components of Vapour Withdrawal Systems
- Components of Liquid Withdrawal Systems
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Inspection of Cylinders
- Transporting Cylinders
- Storage of Cylinders
- Emergency Situations and First Aid
This course takes approximately 75 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course
