To provide participants with the essential knowledge and response techniques for working safely in environments where Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) may be present.
- Understand the properties and hazards of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S).
- Recognize symptoms of H2S exposure and health effects.
- Learn how to respond to H2S releases and use respiratory protection.
- Practice emergency evacuation and rescue procedures.
- Oil & gas industry workers (onshore/offshore)
- Drilling, production, and maintenance personnel
- Emergency response teams and safety officers
- Workers operating in areas with potential H2S exposure
- Contractors and third-party service providers
1 Day (6–8 Hours)
- What is H2S? (chemical properties and characteristics)
- Sources and industries where H2S is found
- Toxicity and exposure limits (ppm, IDLH, STEL, TWA)
- How H2S affects the human body
- Acute vs. chronic exposure symptoms
- First aid response to H2S exposure
- Case studies of H2S incidents
- Types of H2S detectors and monitors (portable/fixed)
- Calibration and bump testing of gas monitors
- Alarm levels and response actions
- Types of RPE used in H2S environments
- Donning and doffing SCBA and escape sets
- Inspection and maintenance of equipment
- Evacuation protocols and muster points
- Role of H2S watch and rescue teams
- Coordination with emergency services
- Communication and accountability systems
- Hands-on use of H2S detectors and SCBA
- Simulated H2S emergency scenario
- Written test or verbal Q&A
- Course review and certificate presentation
