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Service technician Torben had to wear safety harness when he went down in a grave 2 meters below a wastewater treatment plant.
One of our customers who is a pump manufacturer was due for the annual service visit. In order for Torben to do the service inspection he had to go below ground where the gas detectors are placed.
We have previously installed two GP-ELK detectors, as they are made of robust materials designed for an aggressive environment and therefore perfect for this situation. They detect hydrogen sulfide (H2S), a gas that is both flammable and toxic even at low concentrations!
Wastewater treatment plants are typically workplaces that are at risk of this toxic and flammable gas as H2S is formed in connection with decomposition of organic matter under anaerobic conditions. If you work at a wastewater treatment plant, a biogas plant or with sewers you are likely working alongside this hazardous gas, and gas detection is a necessity to ensure personal safety and avoid accidents at work.
To secure this workplace and our customer, Torben tested and calibrated the detectors and ensured that all safety requirements were met. The two GP-ELK detectors using electrochemical sensors monitor any gas leaks and give an alarm when limit values are reached. In the event of an alarm, signals will be sent to the control room, after which the plant will automatically shut down and alert the wastewater treatment plant’s employees, while the level of leakage is still low with minimal risks as a result.
With this service inspection, Torben ensured our customer a continued safe workplace!
Are you also working alongside H2S or do you just want to know more about hydrogen sulphide? Check out our article or contact us and we will be happy to advise you!
