Trainees who successfully complete the course should be able to demonstrate the knowledge which include, but it is not limited to:

• Hydrogen sulphide – how it is formed and where it is found
• Properties and characteristics of H2S
• Occupational exposure limits to H2S
• Types of detector equipment and practical training
• Operating personal H2S detection equipment
• Types of respiratory equipment
• Donning & operating (including checks) an escape breathing apparatus (EBA) with a mask
• Donning & operating (including checks) an SCBA with a mask
• Pre-use checks of personal detection devices and EBA
• Precautions to take to ensure your safety when entering an area which may contain H2S vapors
• Rescue and first aid as it applies to H2S exposure

This course has been developed by Zorovic Training Centre based on the requirements laid down in OPITO approved standars for Basic H2S training, but it is NOT OPITO approved.