The Hydrogen Sulphide H2S Safety course is designed for personnel working in oil & gas, petrochemical plants, refineries and other industrial operations where H₂S may be present.
It builds the knowledge and skills required to recognise the hazard of H₂S, understand exposure risks, apply monitoring and detection methods, use appropriate protective measures, and respond safely to H₂S incidents.
It covers theory, safe working practices, and emergency response relevant to H₂S environments.
What is H₂S: properties, sources (natural & industrial) and occurrence in oil & gas/petrochemical operations.
Health effects and symptoms of H₂S exposure acute and chronic.
Detection, monitoring and atmospheric measurement of H₂S: fixed/portable detectors, gas alarms and exposure limits.
Emergency procedures and contingency planning. response to H₂S release, evacuation, first aid, and rescue.
Onshore and offshore oil & gas workers (drilling, production, maintenance).
Petrochemical / refinery plant workers.
Contractors and technicians working in environments with potential H₂S exposure HSE / safety officers and supervisors in high-hazard zones.
Maintenance, inspection and chemical plant staff working in sour gas or H₂S environments.
No advanced prerequisites are usually required beyond basic safety induction, although being medically fit and having general industrial safety awareness is recommended.
Understand the properties and hazards of H₂S and why special precautions are needed.
Be able to recognise where H₂S may occur and assess risk of exposure.
Know how to monitor for H₂S and interpret detector/alarm readings.
Be familiar with controls, PPE and safe work practices to minimise H₂S exposure.
Be better prepared to respond safely in emergencies involving H₂S release.
Increase safety culture and reduce risk of incidents in oil & gas and petrochemical operations.
Enhance their credentials for working in H₂S risk environments (which is valuable for hiring and compliance).
Theory assessment: A written or online quiz/test covering H₂S properties, hazards, and detection.
methods, controls and emergency procedures.
Practical assessment (if applicable) Demonstration of correct use of gas detection equipment, correct response to H₂S release scenario, understanding of PPE and evacuation procedures.
