Hydrogen sulphide (H2S)

5 crucial facts:

- Inhalation of high concentrations of H2S can produce extremely rapid unconsciousness and death

- People can smell the “rotten egg” odour of H2S at low concentrations in air, as H2S is heavier than air and is often found near to the ground

- H2S is produced naturally from decaying organic matter. It can be released from sewage sludge, liquid manure, and sulphur hot springs, and with natural gas

- H2S dissolves in water and oil, and it may be released when these liquids are heated, depressurized, or agitated

- Slurry mixing has caused many deaths (farmers and livestock) over the last few years, which are mainly caused by H2S inhalation

H2S is easily detected using one of our single gas monitors, your safety is our priority!