This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to use processing equipment to recover and reclaim ozone depleting substances (ODS) and synthetic greenhouse gases (SGG), and fill ODS and SGG containers.

The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.

ODS and SGG are gaseous fire-extinguishing agents listed in Schedule 1 of the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989 and by law, can only be handled by people who hold an appropriate extinguishing agent handling licence (EAHL). This unit supports one or more EAHLs prescribed under the Act. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.