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H2S Alive

(Energy Safety Canada)

Energy Safety Canada Certified

This is the required H2S course for oil and gas sites. We also offer Standard First Aid and Confined Space.

Energy Safety Canada was previously ENFORM.  

The H2S Alive course is taught only by an Energy Safety Canada certified instructor.

About H2S (Hydrogen Sulphide)

Hydrogen sulfide is a colorless, flammable, extremely hazardous gas with a “rotten egg” smell. Some common names for the gas include sewer gas, stink damp, swamp gas and manure gas. It occurs naturally in crude petroleum, natural gas, and hot springs.

Hydrogen sulfide is produced by bacterial breakdown of organic materials and human and animal wastes (e.g., sewage). Industrial activities that can produce the gas include petroleum/natural gas drilling and refining, wastewater treatment, coke ovens, tanneries, and kraft paper mills. Hydrogen sulfide can also exist as a liquid compressed gas.
H2S Alive Course Content
  • Physical properties and health hazards of H2S
  • How to protect oneselfBasic rescue techniquesH2S locations
  • Hazard Assessment and Control - Respiratory Protective Equipment - Detection of H2S
  • Initial Response Strategy

Course Description

This is a one-day course intended for all workers in the petroleum industry who could be exposed to hydrogen sulphide (H2S).

  • Course starts at 9:00 a.m. Students who are late will be refused admission.
  • Government issued photo ID is required.
  • There are no prerequisite courses.
  • You must operate a self-contained breathing apparatus and a detector tube device, and perform rescue lift and drag exercises.
  • Wear comfortable clothing.
  • There is a closed book exam at the end of the course. You must get a minimum of 70% to pass.
  • Students who are successful at demonstrating the skills and who pass the exam receive a certificate that is valid for three (3) years.

Course Cost

$155.00 

Course Length

8 Hours


* If you lost your certificate and need a new copy of your certificate, please call (403) 516-8000.

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