117-08 - Hazardous Gases - Methane, Carbon Monoxide, and Carbon Dioxide
Learning objectives
- List the physical and chemical characteristics of methane, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide
- Identify health and safety hazards associated with methane, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide
- Describe where methane, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide are found in the workplace
- Describe gas monitor alarm levels for methane, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide
- Discuss the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with high levels of methane, carbon monoxide, or carbon dioxide
Course overview
Methane, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide are all found around and within coal mines and coal handling facilities. Understanding where these hazardous gases occur in the workplace is important to worker health and safety. The Hazardous Gases - Methane, Carbon Monoxide, and Carbon Dioxide explains the common health and safety hazards associated with these gases. It discusses where they can be found in the workplace and describes procedures and devices to protect employees from exposure. The Hazardous Gases - Methane, Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide is part of the Hazardous Materials Safety training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
