Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) is known as silent killer, deadly gas and many other names reflect the danger of it. Many fatalities and serious injuries took place in Oil & Gas industry because of H2S.

H2S train the trainer course is based on ANSI /ASSE Z390.1 regulation and cover in depth the requirements to work safely in H2S environment. It is designed to teach participants how to teach and develop their own H2S course for his place of employment. It provides individuals attending this course the information needed to become a competent instructor and understand how to convey the potential hazards of working in H2S environment and the requirements necessary to control those hazards.

Objectives:

By the end of H2S Train The Trainer Course is designed to teach participants how to:

• Describe what Hydrogen Sulfide is and where it is found.
• Identify several synonyms for Hydrogen Sulfide.
• Identify the safe exposure limit for Hydrogen Sulfide.
• Describe the odor characteristics of Hydrogen Sulfide.
• Identify the toxic gas formed when Hydrogen Sulfide is flared.
• Discuss the effects of exposure to Hydrogen Sulfide.
• Identify the signals associated with alarm points on fixed Hydrogen Sulfide monitoring systems.
• Describe the actions workers are expected to perform at each alarm point.
• Identify the respiratory protection that must be used in Hydrogen Sulfide atmospheres.
• Describe how to rescue a Hydrogen Sulfide victim.
• Demonstrate and apply teaching techniques.

Scope:

This course covers:

• H2S Properties and characteristics.
• Detection of H2S.
• Health hazard of H2S gas.
• Occupational exposure limits.
• Respiratory protection equipment.
• Rescue procedures.
• Case studies and review.
• Training techniques.

Duration:

3 days

Exercise:

Teach a 20-minute topic relating to H2S.

Target Audience:

All staff authorized to teach and develop H2S training.

Test:

A multiple-choice test is administered at the conclusion of the program. Incorrectly answered questions will be reviewed with student to ensure understanding before completion of course.

Course Materials:

All participants are issued a Training Manual (Student Guide).

Validity:

H2S train the trainer course is valid for two years.

Course Completion Certificate:

Program participants who successfully complete the course are issued a certificate of completion and H2S train the trainer card.