Course description
This health and safety course lays out the various safety hazards of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas and explains how to control them to work safely. You will learn different names of H2S, its hazardous properties and its most likely locations. We identify the routes the gas takes and outline the risk factors of different exposure limits established by various international organizations.
The course explains the different control measures that can be implemented to control H2S exposure and goes over the detection and measurement methods that help you to identify the respiratory protective equipment recommended for various H2S environments. Lastly, we lay out the steps to take during H2S emergencies and outline first aid procedures used to save victims of the gas.
This chemistry course suits anyone working in industries that encounter H2S, including the petroleum, construction, mineral mining, pulp and paper, metal processing and sewerage treatment fields. It also benefits anyone responsible for managing risk in such environments, particularly those overseeing employee health and safety training. Sign up to protect yourself and your colleagues from one of the most poisonous gases in the world.
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Training content
H2S Hazards and Controls
Description: This module will introduce you to hydrogen sulfide gas, its hazardous properties, and possible locations where it can be found. You will also understand the exposure limits, control measures to avoid exposure, detection methods, and personal protective equipment. In addition, you will learn the steps to take in hydrogen sulfide emergencies.
- Learning Outcomes
- Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Introduction
- Physiological Effects of H2S Exposure
- Hydrogen Sulfide Exposure Limits
- Control of Hydrogen Sulfide Exposure
- Hydrogen Sulfide Detection Equipment
- Respiratory Protective Equipment
- H2S Emergency Response Guidelines
- Lesson Summary
Course assessment
- Assessment: Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness - Course Assessment
Certification / Credits
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe H2S and explain how it is formed
- Identify H2S hazards and where they can occur in a workplace
- Discuss the exposure routes and physiological effects of exposure to H2S
- Outline the risk factors of H2S exposure
- State the workplace exposure limits for short- and long-term exposure to H2S
- Recall the recommended control measures to avoid H2S exposure
- Discuss the types and use of H2S detection equipment
- List the calibration types used to verify the accuracy of H2S detectors
- Identify the types and use of respiratory protective equipment required to prevent H2S exposure
- Summarize the basic first aid steps to take in H2S emergencies
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