Education
PDC 010
Train-the-Trainer: 4-Gas Monitor/PID Field Use
intermediate | 2.67 CM Points/16 Contact Hours/2.0 CEU/COC Points | Saturday & Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Limit: 45
Topic:
Real-Time Detection Systems
Description:
This PDC provides the knowledge and helps develop the skills needed to train field persons in the operation of Portable Gas Detection Instrumentation, focusing on delivering training to meet the body of knowledge requirements of the AIHA Registered Operator credential. At the end of this PDC, participants will be prepared to train users of the portable 4-Gas Meter and/or the combo 4-Gas Meter/Photoionization Detector (PID).
Value Added:
By your participation in this PDC, you will have completed the first stage towards becoming authorized trainers for the 4-Gas Detection Registry Preparation course.
Learning Aids:
Participants must bring 4-Gas or 4-Gas/PID detection equipment.
Outcomes:
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:
- Discuss the difference between calibrating to methane vs. pentane
- Identify sensor poisons
- Recognize cross sensitivities to sensors
- Demonstrate the application of this instrument in measuring toxic contaminants
- List instrument limitations
- Cite basic sensor theory and how they work
- Lead discussions in this area with field personnel
- Demonstrate proper calibration and use of a variety of portable gas detection equipment
Outline:
- Module 1 – Instrument overview
- Module 2 – Review of basic chemical principles
- Module 3 – Oxygen sensor technology
- Module 4 – Combustible gas sensors
- Module 5 – Electrochemical sensors
- Module 6 – Photoionization detector
- Module 7 – Calibration of the instrumentation
- Module 8 – Datalogging
- Module 9 – Guidelines for selection
Transfer of Knowledge:
Instructors will evaluate participants understanding of the materials presented based on:
- Post course test
- Hands-on demonstrations and practicum
- Practice exercises
- Workshops
- Group activities
- Interactive games
Sponsoring Committee:
Real-Time Detection Systems
Important PDC dates
- May 18 — E-handout download instructions are e-mailed.
- June 1 — Contact the AIHA if you have not received your e-handout e-mail.
- June 1 — AIHce 2012 online communities for collaborative learning open.
- June 15-17 — AIHce 2012 PDCs are presented. Participants must bring a printed or electronic copy of their PDC handout.
- August 31 — AIHce 2012 online communities for collaborative learning close.
- August 27 – Educational transcripts updated and available for download
Instructors:
- Dawn Bolstad-Johnson, MPH, CIH, CSP, Phoenix Fire Department
