Handling hydrogen, ammonia and methanol requires specialist knowledge and a strong focus on safety. Fortunately, the industry has many years of experience in handling these substances. They have long been used in various industrial processes and safety standards are well established.
However, anyone handling these substances must be aware of the specific hazards and associated safety measures. Therefore, the International PtX Hub has developed a new training course on safety to provide the knowledge and skills to handle these Power-to-X products.
Training participants are equipped with the knowledge to implement essential safety measures for hydrogen, oxygen, ammonia and methanol and follow established protocols to minimise risks and ensure a safe operating environment. At the end of the training, participants will have a sound understanding of the risks and safety requirements for handling PtX substances.
The training was developed in cooperation with Prof Dr Birgit Scheppat, Professor for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology at RheinMain University of Applied Sciences, who emphasises:
Successful implementation of PtX projects is risky without well-designed safety concepts. Clear impact assessments and thorough safety training for all key personnel are essential.
Prof Dr Birgit Scheppat, Professor for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology at RheinMain University of Applied Sciences
The PtX Hub’s safety training outlines the risks and hazards associated with key substances such as hydrogen, oxygen, ammonia, and methanol, while highlighting their specific properties and how these can lead to hazardous situations. The course examines the specific properties of each substance – such as the flammability of hydrogen, the toxicity of ammonia, and the volatility of methanol – and explains how these properties contribute to potential risks when handling these materials.
The training content covers the established safety measures and protocols that are in place to mitigate these risks, focusing on best practices which have been developed and refined over time. In addition, the training reviews the key safety standards and codes that govern the safe handling of PtX substances, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and protecting both workers and the environment.
Delivering this new training for the first time in Thailand, we have seen first-hand the importance of addressing the specific hazards of substances such as hydrogen and methanol. It’s not just about complying with regulations – it’s about fostering a deep understanding among training participants to ensure they can anticipate risks and respond effectively in real-world scenarios.
Philip Miltrup, PtX Technology & Trainer for Safety, International PtX Hub
Click here for an overview of the safety training on the website and click below for the downloadable flyer. If you are interested in organising a safety training, reach out to training@ptx-hub.org.
