RP01 - RPE Competent Person

This syllabus sets out the guidance for the provision of respiratory protective equipment training for competent persons as detailed within HSG53 – Respiratory Protective Equipment at Work and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR).

This document provides the syllabus for the training along with guidance on the minimum content of all courses. Tutors can offer bespoke or tailored training for the remainder of any training session, but the core content must be adhered to.

Note: This course does not train individuals to carry out any repairs to employees RPE.

Employers, supervisors, health and safety representatives and elected company representatives who are responsible for the selection, use, maintenance and the record keeping for employees RPE. Individuals that are responsible for the above areas should have appropriate experience within the area of work which they are responsible for the employee’s overall safety. Anybody selecting, using or maintaining RPE should be competent. You should be able to demonstrate this by reference to records of appropriate training.

There are no learner pre-requisites as part of this syllabus.

Minimum of 4 learning hours.
(This includes a minimum of 40 minutes of practical training and the time allocated for the final exam)