Detection and Control of Flammable Substances

There are several hazards located at oil and gas industry work sites with the potential to cause serious worker injury, health risks, and/or property damage. Specific complex mixtures of different types of products found as solids, liquids, gases and/or vapour’s can be flammable, toxic, corrosive or radioactive.

The Detection and Control of Flammable Substances course is designed to familiarize participants with the hazards of flammable substances, precautionary measures for working in environments where flammable substances are present, and proper detection practices using catalytic detection instruments. This training enables participants to identify flammable substances (gases/vapours), their associated hazards and what control methods can be used. It includes both theory and practical exercises.

Topics Covered

• Introduction to flammable substances
• Principles of flammable gas/vapor
• Care and preparation of combustible gas monitors
• Sampling strategies and interpretation of monitor readings
• Control methods for high combustible gas readings

• Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate that is valid for three years
• Passing grade on exam 70%
• Attendance and full participation are mandatory. See Cancellation Policy
• Courses begin at 8:00 a.m. sharp and may continue beyond 4:30 p.m. MT
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