Basic H2S Training

BASIC H2S OPITO • Basic H2S Training

Course overview
The course covers the emergency response competency requirements and provides details of training required for personnel working in potential H2S environments.
The course is in Italian or, on request, in English

Aim and structure
This training covers the characteristics of hydrogen sulphide gas and the potential physiological effects of exposure as well as the use of H2S detection equipment and “escape breathing apparatus”.

Duration
4 hours.

Pre-requisites
• A valid, current offshore medical certificate; or
• an operator approved medical certificate.

Course contents
• Properties and characteristics of H2S
• Parts per million (ppm) as a measurement parameter
• Occupational exposure limits to H2S and individual susceptibility
• Types of detection equipment
• Types of respiratory equipment
• Responding to an alarm - Emergency procedures
• Practical training with a “Cascade” breathing system
• Practical training with Escape Breathing Apparatus with mask and with hood

Items to bring
Identity card.

Certificate
OPITO approved certification for Basic H2S Training will be issued on successful getting through the training programme.
Course cod. 9014 - Validity 2 years.

Venue
CFO - Via Bonvicini 14, Mezzano (RA) - Italy.