In today’s industrial world, gas is not only a valuable source of energy but also carries potential risks if not managed properly.

Course Definition

The Gas Business Safety Training Course equips individuals and organizations engaged in the gas business with essential knowledge and technical safety skills – from production, storage, and transportation to distribution. Its goal is to prevent accidents, ensure absolute safety in work processes, and strictly comply with legal regulations.

Scope of application:
Applicable to gas business establishments as well as organizations and individuals involved in gas-related activities across Vietnam.

Basis for Curriculum Development

Legal foundation of the Gas Business Safety Training Course:

• Decree No. 87/2018/NĐ-CP dated June 15, 2018 of the Government on gas business.

• Circular No. 53/2018/TT-BCT dated December 25, 2018 of the Ministry of Industry and Trade prescribing the program and content of technical safety training for gas business activities.

From practical needs:
The gas business entails risks of fire, explosion, and leakage that threaten lives and property. Operators and managers must undergo in-depth training to recognize risks, implement preventive measures, and respond promptly.

Expert consultation:
Guidance and insights from experienced occupational safety lecturers and experts.

👉 See also: Authorized Gas Tester (AGT) Course in Vung Tau

Course Objectives

Learning outcomes:

• Master legal regulations and technical safety standards in gas business.

• Accurately perform operational procedures, incident handling, and risk prevention.

Competencies achieved:

• Knowledge: Laws, standards, and safety procedures.

• Skills: Equipment operation, hazard identification, emergency response.

• Attitude: Discipline, responsibility, and proactive prevention awareness.

Target Audience

As per Article 3 of Circular 53/2018/TT-BCT:

• Group 1: Facility leaders, department heads, managers, and deputy managers responsible for safety.

• Group 2: Full-time/part-time safety officers and safety supervisors.

• Group 3: Workers directly operating, maintaining, repairing, storing, handling, and transporting gas.

If trainees fall under the category of hazardous industrial goods transportation, relevant safety training regulations will apply.

Entry requirements: No specific requirements – based on job title and responsibilities.

Trainee classification:

• New employees entering the field.

• Experienced personnel requiring periodic or refresher training.

Training Content

According to Article 4 and Annexes I, II, III of Circular 53/2018/TT-BCT:

• Annex I – Gas business establishments (excluding LPG shops & LPG cylinder production/repair):
  Related legislation; hazard identification; standards and codes; distances, installation, operation of tanks, pipelines, grounding; preventive measures; first aid; content tailored for target groups.

• Annex II – LPG shops:
  Legal knowledge; hazardous properties of LPG; standards and codes; design safety, fire protection; loading/unloading, storage, display, transportation, installation; cylinder inspection; first aid; content tailored for managers and staff.

• Annex III – LPG cylinder manufacturing and repair facilities:
  Regulations; hazardous factors; safety rules and inspection; standards and codes; incident response; rescue; inspection and maintenance of safety equipment.

Trainers

Gas Business Safety Trainers fully meet legal and professional requirements: relevant qualifications, safety training certificates, and extensive experience in the gas business. Training combines standard knowledge with real-life case studies, ensuring learners understand theory and can apply it immediately.

Training Duration

Initial training:

• Group 1: ≥ 12 hours (including assessment)

• Group 2: ≥ 16 hours (including assessment)

• Group 3: ≥ 16 hours (including assessment)

Periodic training: ½ of initial training duration.
Refresher training: Same as initial training when job position, technology, or work conditions change; after ≥ 6 months of absence; or after failing assessments.

Certificate

• Certificate of completion issued according to the template in Circular 53/2018/TT-BCT.

• Reissued in case of loss, damage, change of information, or after reassessment if necessary.

Validity: In accordance with current legal regulations.
Renewal: Upon completion of periodic training.
Scope: Nationwide.

Benefits / Support for Learners

• Tea-breaks, lunch at PST, clean and quiet rest area.

• Transportation support by agreement (for groups).

• Latest updated training materials.

• Discounts and gifts for group registrations.

Registration – Tuition – Payment Documents

• Register directly or via PST Training’s support channels.

• Tuition fee: Contact us for a tailored quotation.

• Documents & payment: According to contract/quotation, with fast and simple procedures.

Why Choose PST Training?

• Accredited: Certified by the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs – Safety Training License, Category C, No. 1296/QĐ-BLĐTBXH.

• Reputation: Extensive experience training for oil & gas, construction, maritime, offshore, and onshore industries.

• Differentiation: International-standard training management system (OPITO); highly experienced lecturers with real-world expertise.