Course Description
This comprehensive Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) Awareness & Mitigation Course provides oil & gas, petrochemical, and industrial personnel with the knowledge and practical skills to safely work in H₂S-prone environments.
The course covers H₂S properties, hazards, detection, monitoring, emergency response, and mitigation techniques, focusing on real-life field scenarios.
Emphasis is placed on understanding risk management, breathing apparatus use, rescue operations, and preventive measures to reduce H₂S incidents.
Key Learning Objectives
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Understand H₂S properties, occurrence, and exposure risks
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Recognize symptoms of H₂S poisoning and exposure levels
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Operate and calibrate detection and monitoring equipment
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Learn mitigation and control strategies in high-risk environments
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Apply emergency response procedures, rescue protocols, and first aid
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Implement H₂S contingency plans and safe work practices
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Comply with OSHA, NIOSH, API RP 49, and local regulations
Who Should Attend?
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Drilling, Production & Maintenance Personnel
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HSE Managers & Supervisors
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Rig Workers, Operators & Technicians
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Emergency Response Teams
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Contractors & Service Companies
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Safety & Training Officers
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Anyone working in H₂S-prone areas (Upstream, Midstream, Downstream)
Training Format
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Classroom Lectures
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Practical Demonstrations
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Interactive Case Studies
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Equipment Handling & Emergency Drills
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Certification Test
Detailed 5-Day Agenda with Time Breaks
Day 1: H₂S Fundamentals
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Introduction |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | H₂S Properties, Behavior & Characteristics |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Sources & Occurrence of H₂S in Oil & Gas Operations |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Health Effects of H₂S Exposure |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Toxicology of H₂S: PEL, STEL, IDLH Limits |
Day 2: Detection, Monitoring & Control
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Gas Detection Systems: Fixed & Portable Sensors |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Calibration & Maintenance of H₂S Detectors |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | H₂S Control Measures: Engineering & Administrative |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Case Study: Real-Life H₂S Incidents & Lessons Learned |
Day 3: Personal Protection & Emergency Procedures
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for H₂S |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Breathing Apparatus: SCBA & SABA Training |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | H₂S Emergency Evacuation Procedures |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Rescue Techniques & First Aid for H₂S Victims |
Day 4: H₂S Emergency Planning & Drills
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Developing an H₂S Contingency Plan |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Emergency Response Team Roles & Responsibilities |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Communication During Emergencies: Alarms, Muster Points |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Practical Drill: Evacuation & Rescue Exercise |
Day 5: Regulations, Auditing & Course Review
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | H₂S in International Regulations (OSHA, API RP 49, NIOSH) |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Incident Investigation & Reporting H₂S Releases |
| 12:15 – 13:15 | 🍽️ Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:45 | Final Assessment & Practical Exam |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | Feedback, Course Wrap-Up & Certification Ceremony |
Certification
Participants will receive an H₂S Awareness & Mitigation Certificate of Completion compliant with industry safety standards.
