Basic H2S Training



Basic H2S Training (OPITO Approved)   
Course Informations
Location: SIMS DP Centre, Govandi, Mumbai
Duration: 0.5 days Classroom (Monday to Friday)
Course Details: H2S formation, properties and characteristics, exposure limits, respiratory and detector equipment
Certificate: Basic H2S Certificate (OPITO approved)
Dates and Booking: For further information email training.sims@samundra.com or call +91 9819811366
Course Objectives:
  • The delegates will be able to explain the basics of H2S, its detector equipment and respiratory equipment.
  • The delegates will be able to demonstrate the operation of personal H2S detection equipment and donning & operating an escape breathing apparatus (EBA) with a mask/hood (including checks).
  • The target group is personnel that are, or could be, working in an environment that could become contaminated by H2S gas.
Course Contents:
  • Hydrogen sulfide – how it is formed and where it is found
  • Other names used to describe H2S
  • Properties and characteristics of H2S
  • Parts per million (ppm) as a measurement parameter
  • Occupational exposure limits to H2S
  • Factors affecting individual susceptibility to H2S
  • Types of detector equipment
  • Types of respiratory equipment
  • Pre-use checks of personal detection devices and EBA
Teaching methodology: The teaching will be presented in a combination of theoretical lessons and practical exercises. Assessments for theory and donning EBA/ connecting to Cascade system.
Course Duration: 0.5 Day (4 Hours)
Trainer Equipment: EBAs, detector equipment.
Eligibility Criteria: There is no pre-requisite required for Basic H2S Training.

Training and/or assessment activities contained within this training may include physically demanding and potentially stressful elements. All learners who participate in such activities must be capable of participating fully. Learners are required to undergo medical screening by completing an appropriate medical screening form provided by the OPITO-approved center.

The responsibility for declaring any current or pre-existing medical conditions that could have adverse effects to the individual’s state of health while undertaking the training and/or assessment activities lies with the learner and/or company sponsoring the learner.
Batch Intake: 1 - 16 delegates per batch