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H2S Alive®

Hydrogen Sulphide Training

Synopsis
In conformance with the standards set by the Enform, each student will receive course materials and spend a minimum of six intensive hours (length of class usually is eight hours) total toward familiarity and basic competency on the following components:

1. Facts about H2S (Hydrogen Sulphide)
2. Gas Detection
3. Practice with Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
4. Rescuing
5. Rescue Breathing
6. Case Studies

After group discussion of theory and review, practice and being observed performing 16 different tasks involved in using rescue techniques and breathing; gas detector devices and tubes and breathing equipment, students will individually write a closed-book multiple-choice/fill-in-the-blanks exam (passing grade 70%), which will be marked before they leave. Upon successful completion, each student will receive a temporary certificate, valid for 3 months. The permanent certificates will be sent by PITS approximately 6-8weeks later. These permanent ones are valid internationally for 3 years, after which time the holder must re-certify. Minimum age for this training is 16.

Application of H2S Alive Training
Oil and Gas Industry: All personnel servicing oil drilling rigs, storage facilities, pipelines, etc. (note: Personnel must have valid certificate before entering sites)

• Pulp & Paper Industry
• Mining & Smelter Industry
• Sewage & Waste Management
• Livestock Management

Brief Description of Above Components
1. Theory:

• Properties and Location of H2S
• Health Hazards of H2S
• Work Hazards of H2S

2. Gas Detection:

• how to take a sample of air from a confined space for assessing the level of H2S gas and the safety requirements of working in various kinds of environments
• two kinds of manual gas detection devices and H2S gas-testing tubes used in Industry are provided to give students practice and familiarity with H2S gas detection
• an electronic gas detection device is also presented and passed around for closer exploration; differences and advantages of electronic and manual gas-testing devices discussed
• students observed individually by instructor for the three tasks involved in taking a gas sample

3. Practice with Breathing Apparatus (SCBA):

• Each student will put on a breathing unit, including the mask (sterilized after each wear) and practise operating the valves to allow breathing with equipment
  Care for SCBA's
• Storage for emergency use and quick access
• Students individually observed by instructor for each of the five steps of putting on a SCBA

4. Rescuing

• protocol for safe evacuation and rescue (six steps in correct order once unsafe level of H2S detected)
• lift techniques to evacuate people overcome by H2S; when to use each of the four presented
• students will actively participate in learning lifts by practising rescue on each other
• observed individually by instructor for each lift technique
• work coveralls provided to facilitate safe and comfortable lifting

5. Rescue Breathing (not CPR):

• students practice only rescue breathing on Actars and are observed individually by instructor for basic competency of the four steps involved. *Students are encouraged to take a full First Aid Level One Course.

6. Case Studies:

• In small groups, students will discuss a H2S-hazard case and present their proposed rescue to the class.

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Ground Disturbance Level I & II™

Level I is for anyone in Construction, Mining, Petroleum and other industries performing excavation activity (ditch & trench construction and ground removal) in a non-supervisory role. Students will learn (as set out by Global Training) about a Code of Practice, recognition of hazards, underground structures and emergency procedures. Participants will be able to identify the minimum sources for searching for underground structures and to know how to use permits and pre-job safety meetings effectively in 4 hours. A three-year certificate is obtained upon successful completion without a test. Valid for 3 years across Canada.

Level II is directed specifically for heavy equipment operators, vac truck drivers, all supervisors and anyone operating independently or issuing and receiving ground disturbance permits in Construction, Mining, Petroleum and other industries. Students must have a solid language competency to cover the extensive material about regulations, variances and emergency response plans for ground disturbance. Students will learn how to plan every step of a dig involving line location and types of exposure; and to create a plot plan/site drawing. How to perform a backfill inspection, to use permits, to conduct pre-job meetings and to deal with line/structure contact is also covered. Certificates are issued upon successful completion of a test. Valid across Canada for 3 years.

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Petroleum Safety Training (PST) on CD-ROM

An Interactive Computer-based Training Program

Enform has designed and produced this safety training program for workers in the Petroleum Industry. This comprehensive course includes a WHMIS certificate and specialized lessons in four sectors of the oil industry…Students need only take one of the optional lessons which pertains to the their work area.

Nine Standard Lessons

1. Regulations
2. WHMIS
3. Personal Protective Equipment
4. Hazard Recognition and Control
5. Common Workplace Hazards and Control
6. Oil and Gas Industry Hazards and Control
7. Gas Hazards and Control Measures
8. Work Procedures
9. Safety Communications

Four Industry Specific Optional Lessons

1. Exploration Hazards and Control
2. Rig Hazards and Control
3. Oilfield Trucking Hazards and Control
4. Production and Plant Hazards and Control

Interactive Training

This CD ROM training program is interactive and enables users to work at their own pace. This program has been designed so students do not need significant computer skills. After completing each individual lesson, students are challenged with a short competency test. Once the entire program is completed, students are eligible for a 3 year PST and a WHMIS wallet-sized ticket. The certificate also covers CSTS (Construction Safety Training System). Total running time of the program is approximately 4 – 5 hours.

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Pipeline Construction Safety Training (PCST) on CD-ROM or Online

An Interactive Computer-based Training Program

PCST is designed to take the user through the entire pipeline construction process from beginning to end. It takes about 4.5 hours to complete and covers the following 13 safety topics:

■ Work Preparation

■ Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Review

■ Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) Review

■ Hazard Recognition and Control

■ Front End Operational Hazards and Controls

■ Rigging and Hoisting Hazards and Controls

■ Pipe Hazards and Controls

■ Pipe Assembly and Coating Hazards and Controls

■ Specialized Work Hazards and Controls

■ Environmental Hazards and Controls

■ Back End Operational Hazards and Controls

■ Vehicle Operation

■ Equipment Operation

■ Emergency Response

These topics were developed with pipeline construction workers and contractors, and safety experts across Canada.

You can take it online, throught the internet or on a computer at one of our training venues. For more information please contact us.

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Regional Orientation Program

Oil Sands Safety Association (OSSA)

In an effort to streamline worker movement between the various projects in the Oil Sands surrounding Fort McMurray, the Regional Orientation became manitory in April 2006. Upon completion of the OSSA Regional Orientation Program a worker will be able to present their credentials at any of the Oil Sands Safety Association Owner Member sites (Albian Sands Energy Inc., Canadian Natural Resources Ltd., Suncor Energy Inc., and Syncrude Canada Ltd.) as proof of completing the required site access orientation.

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WHMIS

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.

This course informs students of:

• your right to know what hazardous products you are dealing with on your worksite,
• what the hazards are; how to read a MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet),
• how to read labels; rules about labelling,
• where to find information on treatment if an accident were to occur.

Instructor, Ron Tomlinson, uses anecdotes from his experiences and knowledge of basic Science in the Oil and Gas, Construction and Agricultural Industries to demonstrate the importance of safely working with hazardous materials. The four-hour comprehensive presentation includes instruction, video and overhead presentation and discussion. Booklet and handouts included in fee which includes GST.

Each student will write a competency check at the end of the class before receiving their WHMIS ticket. These tickets never expire when an employee keeps their ticket in their possession and can show it to a new employer, or remains with the same employer. When changing employers, employees may be required to re-take their WHMIS training, with the new employer providing orientation for the hazardous materials unique to their worksite.

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TDG

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Students receive a three-year ticket after learning the following:

• what are Dangerous Goods; the nine classes and their placards,
• safe packaging and shipping
• how to read and write a shipping document
• emergency actions to protect people and the environment in case of a spill or leak

For drivers, shippers, receivers and workers who have shipping/receiving activity on their worksite; especially relevant to the Oil and Gas Industry where a lot of shipping of Dangerous Goods takes place; required by many industries.

This course is a comprehensive introduction to Transportation of Dangerous Goods. An open-book quiz follows four hours of video and overhead presentation with intensive discussion. Booklet and handouts included in fee which includes GST.

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