Oxy Acetylene / Propane Cutting

This training course, provides learners with an understanding of the hazards and properties of oxy-fuel gases (oxy-acetylene/oxy-propane) and includes practical guidance for metal cutting.

Approximately 90% of incidents involving oxy-acetylene/propane occur due to incorrect light up and shut down procedures and operator error.

Attendance gives staff information to understand the specific hazards associated with oxy-acetylene/propane and the skills required to carry out practical metal cutting in a safe and healthy manner.

Who is the course for?

This course is suitable for all those working with oxy / acetylene or oxy / propane gases to carry out the cutting of steel and other metals.

Certification

This training is nationally accredited by EAL & provides 6.5 CPD learning hours.

Why Training

This training ensures your organisation complies with obligations to train all staff exposed to risk.

NDT Co-coordinator, QA Weld Tech Ltd

Trainer was obviously very experienced and after the initial reaction from some of our older members of staff of “another course? we know all about gas safety” it was pleasing to see that the same people found the course very interesting and also felt they had learned something – thank you.

Group Training Officer , Sheffield Forgemasters

Customer focused training provider that ensures delivery is engaging, relevant to business needs and in line with current regulations & legislation – very pleased with the service provided.

Jon Buckle, Bosch Thermotechnology

“Brilliant course, very relevant to what we do. I would strongly recommend this training to other areas of our business. All aspects were beneficial”

Group Training Officer , Sheffield Forgemasters

Customer focused training provider that ensures delivery is engaging, relevant to business needs and in line with current regulations & legislation – very pleased with the service provided.

Sheffield Forgemasters

Customer focused training provider that ensures delivery is engaging, relevant to business needs and in line with current regulations & legislation – very pleased with the service provided.

Halfords Autocentres

It is a pleasure to work with PGS, the team are professional and efficient and delivered quality training throughout the project. The trainers interacted with our colleagues in a professional manner and had the skills & knowledge to make the training both interesting and beneficial. I am delighted we chose to work with PGS; we are…

What price would you pay to secure the safety of your workforce?

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All Inclusive Price

Pricing is fully inclusive of classroom & practical training. No additional fees for travel within mainland UK

£895
plus £100 per delegate, maximum of 20 delegates

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What is included?

Each learner receives

Nationally Accredited Certification and Passport Card valid for 3 years (Optional upgrade to Nationally Accredited Level 3 Qualification for the safety element)

Supporting documentation

Access to 3 year technical support

Record of Practical Cutting Assesment

Management receives

Detailed feedback on delegate performance for inclusion in company training records

A summary of learner opinions of training

Relevant updates on gas legislation

Course Structure for Oxy Acetylene / Propane Cutting

Classroom Session (3.5 hours)

Interactive training on oxy-fuel gases and equipment with topics including:

User behaviour & perceptions

Flashback arrestors

Non-return valves

Emergency Procedures & First Aid

PPE

Practical Session (allow approximately 3 hours)

Learners will be given the opportunity to undertake:

Practical cutting practice & techniques

Before-use checks including leak checking

Manual handing of cylinders

Correct light-up & shut-down procedures

Safe flame setting

Regulator fitting

Related and Alternative Training Options

On-site Training

Oxy Acetylene / Propane Cutting

Interactive, engaging classroom & practical sessions. Covering practical cutting techniques,operator behaviours, gas properties, hazards & safe light up/shut down procedures including specific BCGA CP7 & UK government legislation for cutting and welding applications.

E-Learning courses

Oxy-Acetylene / Propane Gases Safety E-learning

This oxy-acetylene / propane gases safety training course provides learners with an understanding of the hazards and properties of oxy-fuel gases used in applications such as cutting, brazing, soldering & welding.

Open Workshops

2 Day CP7 Inspector training

Open workshops are regularly delivered at our centrally located training academy in Cheshire and in partnership with distributors throughout the UK.
Delegates will learn how to undertake the annual inspection of oxy-acetylene/propane equipment as required by BCGA CP7 and have an understanding of the hazards and properties of oxy-fuel gases.

Acetylene/ Oxy-Fuel / Oxygen / Propane

Oxy Acetylene / Propane Cutting

Interactive, engaging classroom & practical sessions. Covering practical cutting techniques,operator behaviours, gas properties, hazards & safe light up/shut down procedures including specific BCGA CP7 & UK government legislation for cutting and welding applications.