H2S

Intended for individuals at risk of exposure to hydrogen sulfide in the workplace, this online course provides information to help protect people from exposure, and explains how to deal with H2S-related emergencies.

Course Overview

Intended for individuals who may be exposed to hydrogen sulfide in the workplace, this course provides information to help protect individuals from exposure and explains how to deal with emergencies involving H2S.

Please Note: This program isnotequivalent to the Energy Safety CanadaH2S Alivein class course.

Course Topics

  • H2S properties and formation
  • Where H2S is found
  • H2S statistics
  • Atmospheric hazards
  • Hazard assessment
  • The hazard control hierarchy
  • Legislated responsibilities
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Types of respiratory equipment
  • Selecting the correct respiratory PPE
  • H2S measurements
  • Safe working limits
  • Detection devices
  • Sampling
  • Emergency scene management
  • First aid for H2S exposure