Who is the course for?
All relevant offshore personnel.
Is previous experience required?
No previous experience is required to complete this course.
How will the course benefit me?
This course aims to give offshore personnel the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with working in an environment where they could potentially be exposed to H2S.
How will the course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are aware of the hazards and controls associated with H2S exposure, which will in turn reduce incidents and accidents offshore.
What standards are referenced in the course?
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH)
• Health and Safety at Work Act
• Offshore Installations (Offshore Safety Directive)
• Offshore Installations (Safety Case)
• Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) (PFEER)
• Offshore Installations and Wells (Design and Construction) Regulations
• EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)
Is there an assessment?
Yes - There is a course assessment with an 80% pass mark and 2 attempts.
Learning objectives
- Identify the physical properties of H2S
- Recognise the physiological effects of exposure to varying toxicity levels of H2S
- Recognise the responsibilities and duties of all personnel and their duties under current legislation
- Recognise the current legal occupational exposure limits for short- and long-term exposure periods relating to H2S
- Identify the various methods for detecting H2S
- Identify the various personal and respiratory protection equipment required for undertaking tasks in areas where H2S may be present
- Recognise the hazardous area classifications which may be encountered on an offshore installation
- Identify the formal requirements for H2S contingency plans on installations