H2S – HYDROGEN SULFIDE TRAINING

TEST QUESTIONS
Name: __________________
Date : __________________

1. Hydrogen sulfide is a by-product of decaying organic matter.

a. True
b. False

2. You can rely on your nose to detect the presence of H2S.

a. True
b. False

3. Hydrogen sulfide is extremely flammable.

a. True
b. False

4. Prolonged exposure to H2S can weaken and corrode pipes, leading to a

leak or exposure incident.

a. True
b. False

5. Burning hydrogen sulfide does not produce sulfur dioxide, another

poisonous gas.

a. True
b. False

6. Death can result from exposure to H2S.

a. True
b. False

7. The effects of H2S vary according to which of the following:

a. Duration of exposure
b. Frequency of exposure
c. Intensity of exposure
d. Individual susceptibility
e. All of the above

8. It is possible to develop a tolerance to H2S.

a. True
b. False
9. Improper use of respiratory protection is equivalent to no protection at all.

a. True
b. False

10. Briefing areas and secondary escape routes are not required when
working with H2S.

a. True
b. False
Answer Key

1. A
2. B
3. A
4. A
5. B
6. A
7. E
8. B
9. A
10. B