This training equips you with the knowledge to stay safe around hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in the workplace. H2S is a colorless, flammable gas with a strong rotten egg smell. It's extremely hazardous and can be deadly. It occurs naturally from decaying organic matter and is also produced in various industries like oil refining, mining, and rayon manufacturing.
OSHA regulations and recommended practices (ANSI/ASSP Z390.1-2017) require this training to ensure you understand the dangers of H2S and how to protect yourself.
This revision emphasizes the worker's safety aspect and uses simpler language for general information and guidelines. It also shortens the explanation of H2S origin and clarifies the purpose of the training.
By taking this OSHA Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness Training, you'll gain the knowledge to:
- Identify its properties, where it's found naturally, and how it's produced in industries.
- Learn the safety and health hazards of H2S exposure.
- Understand the recommended safe exposure levels set by different organizations.
- Recognize the symptoms of both short-term and long-term exposure to H2S.
- Appreciate the importance of medical monitoring for workers in high-risk environments.
- Learn about the Hierarchy of Controls used to minimize H2S exposure.
- Understand the need for personal monitoring devices and continuous area monitoring.
- Grasp the key elements of an emergency plan and first-aid procedures for H2S exposure.