Chemical Suicide

IDLH Rating of 4
  • Hydrogen Sulfide has an IDLH of 100ppm
  • As a result of the potential dangers, proper entry procedures must be adhered to.  These include:
    • Entry performed by specialized rescue technicians
    • Specialized equipment needed
  • Positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
    • Constant positive flow of air to prevent inhalation of gas
  • Minimum service life of 30 minutes of the SCBA is recommended
    • Consider length of time in hazardous scene with enough air to safely get out and be decontaminated.  [5]