PEC Core Refresher

Prerequisites: No Prerequisite Required

Course Length: 6 hours – Course length shall vary depending on the number of delegates. Total course time includes breaks and meals.

Description: It’s essential that workers understand the physical and chemical properties of H2S, the signs/symptoms of exposure, and as well as the appropriate response in the event of a release. The objective of this course is to ensure participants gain the required knowledge and understanding of H2S (hydrogen sulfide) as a hazard, as well as appropriate precautions and emergency response actions to take in case of exposure.

Course Objective

Describe the regulations and standards that are applicable to hydrogen sulfide. • Compare and contrast the responsibilities of companies and workers. • Identify the sources of hydrogen sulfide. • Describe the physical and chemical properties of hydrogen sulfide. • Explain the factors of hydrogen sulfide exposure. • Discuss the health effects of hydrogen sulfide. • Explain how engineering controls are used to control hydrogen sulfide. • Describe the sources, hazards, and control measures associated with sulfur dioxide. • Identify administrative controls used to reduce exposure to hydrogen sulfide: o Warning signs, alarms and stop work authority o Job safety analysis o Observation of wind conditions o The buddy system • Describe how the American Petroleum Institute’s Recommended Practices are used to prevent exposure to hydrogen sulfide. • Compare and contrast the different hydrogen sulfide detection and monitoring methods. • Describe how to correctly use a gas monitor to detect the presence of hydrogen sulfide. List the information required in a company’s Respiratory Protection Program. • Describe the required respiratory protection and site-specific training required before beginning work at a jobsite. • Explain how medical evaluations are used to make sure workers can use respirators safely. • Explain the importance of being fit tested before using a respirator in the field. • Compare types of respirators used for protection against hydrogen sulfide exposure. • Describe the criteria that companies use to select respirators for workers. • Explain how to use respiratory protection to meet the regulatory requirements of 29 CFR 1910.134. • Name the essential parts of a hydrogen sulfide emergency plan. • List the steps for a typical hydrogen sulfide rescue procedure and discuss the importance of training for providing first aid. • Explain the purpose of post-exposure medical evaluations. • Recognize the importance of being trained on emerging technology.

Breaks: 10 minutes (approximately every hour)

Lunch: 1 Hour (if applicable)

Accreditation and Regulatory Information

H2S Clear meets the revised standards set forth in the American National Standards Institute and American Society of Safety Engineers policy (ANSI/ASSE), as well as includes regulations and requirements set forth by OSHA, American Petroleum Institute (API), Bureau of Safety & Environmental (BSEE), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Railroad Commission of Texas and various other regulatory agencies:

Training Center Provided Material

• Course Materials

Delegate Requirements

• None

Reference Material / Documents: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 & CFR 1926 • API RP 49 • API RP 55 • BSEE 30 CFR 250.490 • MMS 250.490 • The Railroad Commission of Texas • ACGIH’s New TLV • ANSI/ASSE Z390.1-2017

Cost $288.00