H2S Clear For Energy
H2S Class for Workers in Hydrogen Sulfide Risk Areas
H2S Clear for Energy arms thousands of workers with crucial knowledge of the dangers of H2S and the precautions, tools, and necessary actions for working around rigs, pipelines, refineries, storage tanks, tankers, and terminals.
Protect your workforce and your business today with H2S safety training.
H2S Clear is designed to provide instruction on the clear and present dangers of H2S. The course will help students in the energy sector to identify the physical and chemical properties, sources, hazards, and exposure factors of H2S. It will also introduce students to the measures that can be used to control and reduce exposure. Students will learn about the different H2S detection and monitoring systems, as well as the proper selection, use, and maintenance of personal and respiratory protective equipment
General Information
Upon successful completion of the course and competency exam, all students are issued a physical and digital Veriforce ID card with their name, company name, picture, barcode, and completed course. All students are automatically entered into the Veriforce training database where your company’s clients and auditors can view proof of completion.
Certification Requirements
Written evaluation: Students must evidence the knowledge they have learned by passing a final course test (competency exam)
Topics Covered
(includes, but not limited to:)
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Describe the regulations and standards that are applicable to hydrogen sulfide.
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Compare and contrast the responsibilities of companies and workers.
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Identify the sources of hydrogen sulfide. 4. Describe the physical and chemical properties of hydrogen sulfide.
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Explain factors of hydrogen sulfide exposure.
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Discuss the health effects of hydrogen sulfide.
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Explain how engineering controls are used to control hydrogen sulfide.
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Describe the sources, hazards, and control measures associated with sulfur dioxide.
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Identify administrative controls used to reduce exposure to hydrogen sulfide:
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Warning signs and alarms
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Stop work authority
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Job safety analyses
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Work permits
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Observation of wind conditions
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The buddy system
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Describe how the American Petroleum Institute’s Recommended Practices are used to prevent exposure to hydrogen sulfide.
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Compare and contrast the different hydrogen sulfide detection and monitoring methods.
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Describe how to correctly use a gas monitor to detect the presence of hydrogen sulfide.
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List the information required in a company’s Respiratory Protection Program.
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Describe the required respiratory protection and site-specific training required before beginning work at a jobsite.
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Explain how medical evaluations are used to make sure workers can use respirators safely.
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Explain the importance of being fit tested before using a respirator in the field.
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Compare types of respirators used for protection against hydrogen sulfide exposure.
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Describe the criteria that companies use to select respirators for workers.
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Explain how to use respiratory protection to meet the regulatory requirements of 29 CFR 1910.134.
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Name the essential parts of a hydrogen sulfide emergency plan.
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List the steps for a typical hydrogen sulfide rescue procedure and discuss the importance of training for providing first aid.
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Explain the purpose of post-exposure medical evaluations.
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Recognize the importance of being trained on emerging technology.
Certification Period
annual
Minimum / Maximum Class Size
Minimum of two students required, maximum is dependent on training facility limitations.
Class Duration
4 hours
Class Cost
$175 per student* In-Person Training
* Additional fees such as booking (If HSTC needs to book a space for the training event), or mileage may apply. This will be discussed during the booking process.