Measuring and detecting hazardous materials (EX-OX-TOX) IS-081

The training course “IS-013 Measuring and Detecting Hazardous Substances: EX-OX-TOX” is critical because you will learn to identify and measure hazardous substances safely and accurately. This course is specifically designed for employees who must perform, interpret and report Ex-Ox-Tox measurements on company premises, which is essential for safety in high-risk environments. It is mandatory for employees in the petrochemical industry to take this exam at an accredited center.

Why choose our SMC training?

Training at SMC provides hands-on experience with advanced measurement equipment and up-to-date knowledge, preparing you to recognize and manage explosion, oxygen and toxicity hazards. The certificate obtained increases your expertise and employability in the field.

What will you learn during this course?

The training aims to teach methods to effectively and safely measure concentrations of hazardous materials, explosives and oxygen and to report and interpret the measurement results. This includes:

• Know basic terms
  Health Hazardous Substances.
• Know the basic concepts
  Fire and explosion.
• Know basic concepts
  Such as asphyxiation due to oxygen deficiency and the effects of too high and too low oxygen concentration.
• Recognizing Hazards
  Identify various hazardous materials and their associated risks (explosion hazard, oxygen depletion, toxicity).
• Use of Measuring Equipment
  Proper handling of measuring equipment such as explosion, oxygen and gas detectors.
• Perform Measurements
  PerformEx-Ox-Tox measurements according to established protocols to ensure safe working conditions.
• Interpreting Measurement Results
  Analyze and understand measurement data to take appropriate safety measures.
• Reporting
  Accurately report measurement results and findings to relevant parties.
• Emergencies
  Act in case of anomalous measurement results and implement emergency procedures.

For whom.

These skills are essential for employees in high-risk industries such as petrochemicals.

Admission requirements

• The student must be at least 18 years old
• Preferably having a basic knowledge of hazardous materials is indicated

Duration

In-house Training: The training takes 2 days. The theoretical exam takes 30 minutes (maximum 60 minutes) and the practical exam 45 minutes.
Besacc-VCA diploma: The training takes one day (autonomous and non-autonomous). The theoretical exam takes 20 minutes and the practical exam at least 30 minutes.
Validity period Besacc-VCA diploma: The obtained diploma remains valid for 3 years.