Keeping pace with H₂’s growing role in the clean energy transition, the Center for Hydrogen Safety (CHS) – the global authority on the safe use and handling of H₂ – is marking its third anniversary by releasing a Fundamental H₂ Safety Credential. The Credential will equip professionals with the latest, most comprehensive training material on safe H₂ use.

“We are celebrating our third year supporting the global transition to H₂ by developing and deploying essential training and education resources to industry stakeholders,” said Nick Barilo, Executive Director, CHS. “The Fundamental Credential enables industry participants to demonstrate their comprehension of H₂’s properties and commitment to handling it safely.”

CHS’ Fundamental H₂ Safety Credential answers the growing call for training and preparedness for the industrial use of H² and highlights the industry’s commitment and readiness to deploy it safely, instilling stakeholder and public confidence. By advocating the credential and its associated safety training, industry stakeholders can:

• Build a more qualified, knowledgeable, and prepared workforce
• Safeguard the public with credentialed employees who demonstrate a defined level of proficiency
• Provide their organization with a competitive advantage as prospective customers decide on the best partner

In just three short years, CHS has engaged a community of more than 95 industry-leading organizations who play a major role in H₂’s safe expansion. Collectively, they have contributed to numerous new H₂ projects and shared knowledge and best practices.

In addition to establishing a robust think tank of safety professionals, CHS has developed more than 19 products via its H2Tools resource and engaged with more than 40,000 participants via its comprehensive conference programming. 

“This is just the beginning for us,” said Barilo. “The level of participation and interest in our community by organizations committed to deploying H₂ safely is rapidly growing, and we’re prepared to support their needs.”