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H₂S Alive
H₂S Alive is the industry-standard awareness course for anyone who could be exposed to hydrogen sulphide — a naturally occurring, colourless and highly toxic gas. You'll learn to recognize the hazard, protect yourself, respond in an emergency, and perform a basic rescue.
What you’ll learn
- Identify H₂S properties, health hazards, and likely locations
- Conduct a hazard assessment and apply controls
- Use SCBA and SABA properly
- Operate gas monitors and detector tube devices
- Apply the Seven-Step Initial Response Strategy and demonstrate rescue techniques
Who it’s for
- Any worker who could be exposed to hydrogen sulphide
- Oil, gas, and industrial crews working on or near sour-gas sites
- Contractors and visitors needing site access
What you’ll cover
- H₂S properties, health hazards & locations — why the smell can't be trusted
- Hazard assessment and control
- Respiratory protective equipment — SCBA & SABA (hands-on)
- Detection — electronic monitors & detector tube devices, bump testing
- Seven-Step Initial Response Strategy & rescue techniques (practical)
Prerequisites
Minimum age 16 · one piece of government-issued photo ID · modest clothing suitable for practical activities · physically fit for the course activities (students do not need to be clean-shaven).
Completion & certification
To receive your credentials you must attend and complete the entirety of the course and complete all the necessary components as required by the course provider.
- You receiveRecord of Training · Energy Safety Canada
- ValidityValid 36 months
- DeliveryIn person · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionCanada
Upcoming dates
- Wed, Sep 30, 2026Starts 8:00 AMFort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Fri, Oct 2, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Wed, Oct 7, 2026Starts 8:00 AMFort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Fri, Oct 9, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Wed, Oct 14, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Wed, Oct 21, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Fri, Oct 23, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Wed, Oct 28, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
Common questions
Who is H₂S Alive for?
Any worker who could be exposed to hydrogen sulphide; Oil, gas, and industrial crews working on or near sour-gas sites; Contractors and visitors needing site access.
How long is H2S Alive good for?
The certificate is valid for 36 months from the course completion date, after which recertification is required. Check your own dates →
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 1 day, instructor-led and assessed in person.
Can H2S Alive be done online?
This version runs fully in person. H₂S Alive (Blended) lets you do the theory online, then the practical in person. See H₂S Alive (Blended) →
Can you deliver this course on-site for our crew?
Yes. Any course in our catalogue can run at your yard, camp, or office anywhere in BC and Alberta — based in Fort St. John, we travel province-wide. Request an on-site quote for group pricing.
Are there any prerequisites?
Minimum age 16 · one piece of government-issued photo ID · modest clothing suitable for practical activities · physically fit for the course activities (students do not need to be clean-shaven).
How much does H₂S Alive cost?
$229 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.