Flame Ionization Detectors (FID)

In less than 10 minutes, this rapid training introduces you to the Flame Ionization Detector (FID) — a specialized tool for detecting organic compounds. Unlike the photoionization detector (PID), which relies on a UV lamp, the FID uses a hydrogen flame to identify the presence of carbon-hydrogen bonds. You’ll learn how the meter interprets responses, why it only reacts to organics, and how it complements PID readings to narrow down unknowns in the field. With clear, real-world examples, this course shows how to “speak the language of the meter” so you can make sense of what your instruments are telling you during hazmat operations.