ANSI/ASSE Z390.1 : 2006 : R2010

1. Scope, Purpose and Application
2. Definitions
3. Training Criteria for H[2]S Certification
4. Required Course Content
5. Instructor Qualification and Proficiency
6. Documentation and Recordkeeping
7. Student Competency and Certification
8. Training Techniques, Language and Literacy Factors
9. Related Standards
APPENDIX A - Occupations with Potential H[2]S Exposure
APPENDIX B - Training Techniques, Language and Literacy Factors
APPENDIX C - Sample Certification Course Outline
APPENDIX D - Site-Specific Training for Working Above
             the Occupational Exposure Limit of H[2]S
APPENDIX E - Site-Specific Training of H[2]S in Laboratories
             and Enclosed Work Areas

Defines accepted practices for hydrogen sulfide (H[2]S) safety training and instruction of affected personnel to include, but not be limited to, the following: - minimum informational content of the course; - recommended exercises and drills; - properties and characteristics of H[2]S; - sources of H[2]S and areas of potential exposure; - typical site-specific safe work practices associated with H[2]S operations; - detection methods for H[2]S; - engineering/mitigation controls; - properties, characteristics and safe work practices of sulfur dioxide (SO[2]); - selection, use and care of personal protective equipment appropriate for atmospheres containing H[2]S concentrations above the applicable occupational exposure limit; - rescue techniques and first aid procedures for victims of H[2]S exposure; - H[2]S Safety Instructor qualifications.