Hydrogen Sulfide Safety School

This 4 hour hydrogen sulfide safety course is designed to meet requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000 and BOEM 30 CFR 250.490, as well as API RP 49 and 55. BOEM regulations require that employees receive annual training on the dangers and procedures of working around H 2 S and SO 2 . This course acts as either the initial or annual retraining required to meet that standard.

PREREQUISITES: None

COURSE CONTENT : (ncms)

1.	Discussion of 30 CFR 250.490, 29 CFR 1910.1000 & API RP 49 & 55
2.	Definitions of H₂S & SO₂
3.	Physical Properties & Characteristics of H₂S & SO₂
4.	OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits for H₂S & SO₂
5.	H₂S Sources at Worksites & Oil and Gas Locations
6.	Exposure & Health Effects
7.	Contingency Plan - Procedures & Emergency Equipment
8.	Safe Operating Procedures
9.	Monitoring & Detection Devices (Fixed & Portable Monitors; Wind Direction & Speed Indicators)
10.	Danger Indicator Signs, Lights, Flags & Alarms (ppm Danger Levels; Muster Points)
11.	Posted Safety Information (Facilities & Vessels)
12.	Personnel Responsibilities
13.	Emergency Communications
14.	Evacuation List & Actions
15.	Personnel Evacuation Procedures (Including Buddy System Demonstration)
16.	Emergency Medical Procedures
17.	PPE Choice & Proper Use
18.	SCBA v. APR
19.	SCBA Usage (Donning & Doffing; Beards, Contacts, etc.; ANSI Z88.2)
20.	Emergency Drills (Frequency & Records)
21.	Basic Hydrogen Sulfide First Aid Procedures
22.	Corrosion Characteristics & Associated Risks
23.	Metallurgical Properties of Equipment With H₂S
24.	Special Precautions for Confined Spaces
25.	Hands-On Respiratory Equipment Usage
26.	Written Examination

Time: 4 hours

Tuition: $110

Course Date/Time: Every Friday / 1:00 p.m.

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