<p> Gas Testing Frequently Asked Questions</p><p>Does JO have a Gas Testing Standard?</p><p>Yes, The JO Gas Testing Standard is JOSOP 408</p><p>What training does my Gas Tester need?</p><p>Authorized Gas Testers must attend the required JO training course in the training center or be qualified by a JO approved training course.</p><p>What kind of multi-gas monitor do I need?</p><p>As a minimum, all portable gas detection equipment systems in use within Joint Operations shall have all of the following components:  The instrument handbook  The manufacturers accessories (e.g. sampling line(s), probe(s), water trap, hand aspirators, instrument cover) as appropriate  The manufacturers calibration kit (or bump test/response check kit)  Spare, fresh batteries of the approved type, and/or the approved battery charger  Consumable spares (as appropriate) – e.g. filters  The gas detection instrument  Bump-test kit</p><p>What gasses do we need to monitor for in Confined Space Entries?</p><p>At Minimum:</p><p> Flammable vapors  Hydrogen sulfide  Oxygen  Carbon monoxide </p><p>Note: Some confined spaces may have unique hazards that will require special monitoring</p><p>How often do we need to calibrate our monitor?</p><p>A field calibration is required once a month. A manufacture’s calibration is required according to the manufacture’s required timeframe.</p><p>Do we bump test, how often?</p><p>Yes, it is required to bump test each multi-gas monitor before the day’s use.</p><p>Who calibrates monitors?</p><p>Calibration of monitors to the specifications outlined by the manufacture is the responsibility of the instrument owner</p><p>What is the JO employee’s role in gas testing?</p><p>Most divisions have assigned Authorized Gas Testers who are JO employees. Their role is to verify the locations atmosphere is within tolerable limits before the Permit Approver authorizes the permit.</p><p>When do I need to retest? </p><p>1 of 2 Version 3 – 27/07/2010 Gas Testing Frequently Asked Questions</p><p>Reassess the atmosphere if a permit is extended, there is an interruption with work, or if the multi-gas monitor alarms.</p><p>What do I do if my gas detector is giving erratic readings?</p><p>Stop work and replace the gas detector with a new device that is functioning correctly.</p><p>Who needs to do gas testing? </p><p>The Permit Approver is responsible for gas testing. Typically the permit approver depends on an Authorized Gas Tester within the division to perform this function. </p><p>*The Authorized Gas Tester is not a member of the work crew or the work crew’s company.</p><p>2 of 2 Version 3 – 27/07/2010</p>