Objective

The aims and objectives of the training are to ensure that the delegate gains the required knowledge and understanding of the particular hazards and properties of H2S, and appropriate emergency response actions to take should a H2S related incident arise.

Target Group

This programme is designed to address the basic training requirements for personnel working in an environment that could become contaminated by H2S gas.

Prerequisites

No prior training is required to attend this training programme.

ITEMS TO BRING: All delegates must bring Photographic I.D. and PASSPORT only (original or copy)

HEALTH: All delegates will be asked to complete a medical questionnaire prior to course commencement.

Examination

OPITO approved certification for `Basic Hydrogen Sulphide Training' will be issued on successful completion of the training programme.

The validity of the OPITO certificates is two years.

Delegates should report to reception for 08.00hrs, course starts at 08.15hrs, unless otherwise stated.

Course Contents

Delegates will receive theoretical and practical knowledge in the following areas:

Hydrogen sulphide - how it is formed and where it is found
Properties, characteristics, measurement parameters and occupational exposure limits of
H2S
Factors affecting individual susceptibility to H2S
Types of detector equipment, types of respiratory equipment
Pre-use checks of personal detection devices and EBA
Operating personal H2S detection equipment (including checks)
Donning & operating (including checks) an escape breathing apparatus (EBA) with a mask within 30 seconds
Donning & operating (including checks) an EBA with a hood within 30 seconds
Connecting and disconnecting to and from a pressurized cascade breathing system