Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) Risks and Treatment

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Training Outline

This course helps operators recognize and control hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) in water and wastewater systems. You’ll learn how H₂S forms, how to measure it, how to stay safe, and how to apply preventive and curative treatment to reduce risks.

  • Placement test
    1

    Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) Risks

    • Introduction to Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S)
    • Risks Related to H₂S
    • H₂S Production Mechanisms
    • Measuring H₂S Levels
    • Corrosion and Odor Impacts
    • Personal Safety and PPE
    Chapter test
  • 2

    Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) Treatment

    • Preventive Control and Treatment
    • Curative Treatment
    • Corrosion Prevention and Odor Treatment Strategies
    • Confined Space Entry and Emergency Response
    Chapter test
  • 3

    Chapter test
  • 4

    Chapter test
  • 5

    Chapter test
  • 6

    Chapter test
  • 7

    Chapter test
  • 8

    Chapter test

Learning outcomes

  • Identify how H₂S forms in wastewater systems and the main risks it creates for people and infrastructure
  • Describe how H₂S exposure is managed and controlled in wastewater operations
  • Select appropriate preventive and corrective treatment methods to reduce H₂S risks

Level

Basic

Prerequisites

None

Target audience

This course is designed for professional certified wastewater collection and treatment operators class I to IV, maintenance technicians

Learning material and method

Video clips with a placement test, practice exercises and a handout

Learning assessment method

Chapter tests (MCQs) with a minimum score of 70%