Advanced H2s & SCBA (level 2) Training Course

1. Advanced H2S Properties and Hazard Assessment

• H2S chemical properties including (molecular structure, physical characteristics, stability factors)

• Advanced toxicology including (dose-response relationships, chronic exposure effects, metabolic pathways)

• Exposure pathways including (inhalation, dermal contact, environmental contamination)

• Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) concentrations including (exposure limits, physiological responses, emergency thresholds)

2. H2S Detection and Monitoring Systems

2.1 Advanced Detection Technologies

• Multi-gas detection systems including (electrochemical sensors, infrared spectroscopy, photoionization detectors)

• Fixed monitoring systems including (area monitors, perimeter detection, alarm integration)

• Personal monitoring equipment including (single-gas detectors, multi-gas monitors, data logging capabilities)

• Calibration procedures including (span gas verification, zero calibration, bump testing protocols)

2.2 Monitoring Strategy Development

• Risk-based monitoring including (exposure assessment, monitoring frequency, detection placement)

• Environmental monitoring including (wind direction, atmospheric conditions, dispersion modeling)

• Continuous monitoring programs including (real-time detection, alarm management, data trending)

• Quality assurance including (instrument maintenance, calibration records, performance verification)

3. Advanced SCBA Operations and Equipment

3.1 SCBA System Components and Technology

• Advanced SCBA configurations including (open-circuit systems, closed-circuit rebreathers, supplied-air systems)

• Breathing apparatus components including (facepiece design, regulator systems, air supply management)

• NIOSH certification requirements including (approval standards, performance testing, maintenance protocols)

• Technology integration including (communication systems, monitoring devices, emergency features)

3.2 Advanced SCBA Operation Procedures

• Pre-use inspection protocols including (system integrity, air quality verification, functional testing)

• Donning and doffing procedures including (proper sequence, seal verification, emergency procedures)

• Air management including (consumption monitoring, reserve calculations, emergency air sharing)

• Maintenance procedures including (cleaning protocols, component replacement, storage requirements)

4. Emergency Response and Rescue Operations

4.1 H2S Emergency Response Protocols

• Emergency classification including (exposure incidents, equipment failure, atmospheric monitoring alerts)

• Immediate response actions including (evacuation procedures, medical intervention, scene control)

• Incident Command System (ICS) including (command structure, resource coordination, communication protocols)

• Rescue team deployment including (entry procedures, backup protocols, communication systems)

4.2 Rescue Operations Under Supervision

• Victim location and assessment including (search patterns, medical evaluation, extraction planning)

• Rescue techniques including (patient packaging, movement procedures, medical support)

• Team coordination including (entry team roles, backup procedures, communication protocols)

• Emergency egress including (route planning, obstacle navigation, equipment management)

5. Confined Space and H2S Management

5.1 Confined Space Entry Procedures

• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 permit-required confined spaces including (hazard assessment, entry permits, atmospheric testing)

• Pre-entry protocols including (atmospheric monitoring, ventilation, emergency preparedness)

• Entry supervision including (attendant responsibilities, communication requirements, emergency response)

• Continuous monitoring including (atmospheric conditions, personnel status, equipment performance)

5.2 Ventilation and Atmospheric Control

• Ventilation system design including (natural ventilation, mechanical systems, emergency ventilation)

• Air quality management including (purging procedures, atmospheric testing, contamination control)

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) integration including (respiratory protection, chemical suits, communication devices)

• Environmental controls including (isolation procedures, containment measures, exposure minimization)

6. H2S Exposure Control Programs

6.1 Exposure Assessment and Control

• Exposure monitoring including (personal sampling, area monitoring, biological monitoring)

• Hierarchy of Controls including (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE)

• Engineering controls including (ventilation systems, process modifications, isolation techniques)

• Administrative controls including (work procedures, training programs, exposure limits)

6.2 Medical Surveillance and Health Protection

• Medical surveillance programs including (baseline examinations, periodic assessments, fitness evaluations)

• Health monitoring including (exposure tracking, symptom recognition, medical intervention)

• Emergency medical response including (antidote administration, oxygen therapy, evacuation procedures)

• Record keeping including (exposure documentation, medical records, regulatory compliance)

7. Advanced Emergency Communication and Coordination

7.1 Communication Systems and Protocols

• Emergency communication equipment including (two-way radios, emergency alarms, backup systems)

• Communication protocols including (check-in procedures, emergency signals, information relay)

• Team coordination including (role assignments, accountability systems, status reporting)

• External coordination including (emergency services, medical facilities, regulatory notifications)

7.2 Incident Command and Emergency Management

• Command structure including (incident commander, safety officer, operations chief)

• Resource management including (personnel deployment, equipment allocation, logistics support)

• Information management including (situation assessment, documentation, decision support)

• Unified command including (multi-agency coordination, resource sharing, communication integration)

8. Training and Competency Management

• Training program development including (curriculum design, practical exercises, competency assessment)

• Skill maintenance including (refresher training, drill participation, performance evaluation)

• Competency verification including (written testing, practical demonstration, annual certification)

• Continuous improvement including (lessons learned, procedure updates, technology integration)