Hydrogen Sulfide, known also by its chemical compound formula H2S, is a gas that is created through a variety of processes. One of the most common in nature is through the breakdown of organic matter by bacteria when oxygen is not present. In addition, H2S is also one of many compounds present in volcanic gases. Because of its presence in volcanic gases, it is common to find hydrogen sulfide gas as a component of natural gas, in crude petroleum, as well as some sources of well water. Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) is a highly toxic and flammable gas. Each year, workers are injured and killed by exposure to it. This course explains the properties of H2S, identifies control measures and provides a practical description of what to do in the event of exposure. It provides the information required to properly recognize, assess and control hazards associated with H2S gas. It offers an overview of working safely with Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S). It discusses the background, health hazard summary and OSHA safe work practices for working with this chemical.
By the end of this course delegates will be able to:
Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S)
Hazard Detection & Exposure Limits
Personal Protective Measures
Contingency Plans & Rescue Response Including First Aid
Employer Responsibilities
Team Leaders, Managers, Line Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders, Project Managers, Control Center Operators and Supervisors, Emergency Dispatchers, Security Personnel and CCTV Operators, HSE Officers, HSE Personnel, HSE Professionals, Emergency Response Team Members, HSE Managers and Auditors, Health & Safety and Environmental Professionals, Coordinators, Specialists and other full-time safety practitioners, Fire Officers, Loss Control Managers, Security Directors and Managers, Security Supervisors, Facilities Directors and Managers, HR and Administrative Managers with responsibility for security, Project Managers, Safety Inspectors, Plant Managers and Supervisors, Incident Control Point (Forward Control) Team Members, Supervisors, Advisors, Auditors, Laboratory Personnel, Emergency Personnel