Hazardous Materials Operations N.F.P.A. 472 – 2008 Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”

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Hazardous Materials OperationsHazardous Materials OperationsN.F.P.A. 472 – 2008N.F.P.A. 472 – 2008

Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”

January 01, 2010January 01, 2010

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ObjectiveObjective

After Completing this Course, the Student willAfter Completing this Course, the Student willDemonstrate a Knowledge of HazardousDemonstrate a Knowledge of HazardousMaterials Practices and Procedures inMaterials Practices and Procedures in

Accordance with N.F.P.A. 472-2008Accordance with N.F.P.A. 472-2008Operational Mission SpecificOperational Mission Specific

““Response to Illicit Laboratory Incidents”Response to Illicit Laboratory Incidents”with 70% Accuracy on a Written Examwith 70% Accuracy on a Written Exam

Hazardous Materials OperationsHazardous Materials OperationsN.F.P.A. 472 – 2008N.F.P.A. 472 – 2008

Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”

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NFPA 6.9

Module 8Module 8Mission-SpecificMission-SpecificResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

Response to IllicitResponse to IllicitLaboratory IncidentsLaboratory Incidents

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NFPA 644

NFPA 6.9.1.1.1 / 6.9.1.1.2 / 6.9.1.1.3 / 6.9.1.1.4

Response to Illicit Laboratory IncidentsResponse to Illicit Laboratory Incidents

IntroductionIntroduction● Operations LevelOperations Level● Assigned to Respond to; Assigned to Respond to;

Illicit LaboratoryIllicit Laboratory● Competent with Violations of CriminalCompetent with Violations of Criminal

Statutes specific to Illegal Statutes specific to Illegal manufacturemanufacture Methamphetamines, drugs or WMD:Methamphetamines, drugs or WMD:

• Secure SceneSecure Scene• Identify ProcessIdentify Process• Preserve EvidencePreserve Evidence

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NFPA 6NFPA 6.9.1.1.3

Important NoteImportant Note

Some information may be taken fromSome information may be taken from

Chapter 7: Hazardous Materials TechnicianChapter 7: Hazardous Materials Technician

Operations Level may be asked to perform atOperations Level may be asked to perform at

this level but this level but Do Not ReplaceDo Not Replace HMT. HMT.

Direct Guidance:Direct Guidance: Working under controlWorking under control

of an HMT continually being assessed / feedbackof an HMT continually being assessed / feedback

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NFPA 6NFPA 6.9.1.1.3

Written Guidance:Written Guidance:● Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)● Standard Operating Guidance (SOGs)Standard Operating Guidance (SOGs)

● “ “Rules of Engagement” at Operations LevelRules of Engagement” at Operations Level

Task expected of Operations Level RespondersTask expected of Operations Level Responders Task beyond the capability of Operations Level RespondersTask beyond the capability of Operations Level Responders Required PPE and equipment to perform these expected taskRequired PPE and equipment to perform these expected task Procedures for ensuring coordination within the local ICSProcedures for ensuring coordination within the local ICS


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GoalGoal The goal of the competencies in this sectionThe goal of the competencies in this section

shall be to provide the operations level shall be to provide the operations level responder assigned to respond to illicit responder assigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidents with the knowledge andlaboratory incidents with the knowledge andskills to perform the task skills to perform the task in 6.9.1.2.2 in 6.9.1.2.2 safelysafelyand effectively.and effectively.

NFPA 6.9.1.2.1

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NFPA 688

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2


When responding to hazardous materials / WMDWhen responding to hazardous materials / WMDincidents, the operations level responder assignedincidents, the operations level responder assignedto respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall beto respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall be

able to perform the following tasks: able to perform the following tasks:

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GoalGoal AnalyzeAnalyze

PlanPlan

ImplementImplement

EvaluateEvaluate

TerminateTerminate

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2

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NFPA 61010

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2(1)


Analyze a hazardous materials / WMD incident toAnalyze a hazardous materials / WMD incident todetermine the complexity of the problem anddetermine the complexity of the problem and

potential outcomes and whether the incident ispotential outcomes and whether the incident ispotentially a criminal illicit laboratory operation.potentially a criminal illicit laboratory operation.

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Recognize Meth Labs?Recognize Meth Labs?

Meth can be made with containers and Meth can be made with containers and utensils found in the house!utensils found in the house!

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The chemistry, althoughThe chemistry, althoughhazardous, is relativelyhazardous, is relativelysimple, and is run bysimple, and is run bystreet “street “cooks”.cooks”.

Meth can be “cooked” in Meth can be “cooked” in stages. Mason™ jars and stages. Mason™ jars and similar containers are similar containers are popular with cooks. The popular with cooks. The liquid in the jars is more liquid in the jars is more likely an ignitable solvent.likely an ignitable solvent.

Meth chemicals can be Meth chemicals can be purchased at most any purchased at most any

discount store!discount store!


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Recognizing hazards Recognizing hazards responders can discover a responders can discover a lab before they are at high lab before they are at high risk.risk.

Hazards based on their Hazards based on their chemical and physical chemical and physical properties: corrosives, properties: corrosives, ignitable liquids, water ignitable liquids, water reactive, toxins, solids, reactive, toxins, solids, liquids, gases, sharps, liquids, gases, sharps, booby traps, etc.booby traps, etc.

Two ignitable liquids, oneTwo ignitable liquids, onecorrosive, one reactive metal,corrosive, one reactive metal,

and one pharmaceutical !and one pharmaceutical !


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NFPA 61414

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2(2)


Plan a response for a hazardous materials / WMDPlan a response for a hazardous materials / WMDincident involving potential illicit laboratory operationsincident involving potential illicit laboratory operations

in compliance with evidence preservation operationsin compliance with evidence preservation operationswithin the capabilities and competencies of availablewithin the capabilities and competencies of available

personnel, personal protective equipment, and controlpersonnel, personal protective equipment, and controlequipment after notifying the responsible lawequipment after notifying the responsible law

enforcement agencies of the problem.enforcement agencies of the problem.

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NFPA 61515

Chief Concepts to be ConsideredChief Concepts to be Considered Life Saving and Fire Suppression operations shouldLife Saving and Fire Suppression operations should

be weighed against hazards posed to respondersbe weighed against hazards posed to respondersat an illicit laboratory scene.at an illicit laboratory scene.

Illicit laboratories vary in size and can involve aIllicit laboratories vary in size and can involve avariety of chemical processing methods.variety of chemical processing methods.

Upon discovery of any scene that appears to be anUpon discovery of any scene that appears to be anillicit laboratory, early identification of hazardsillicit laboratory, early identification of hazardspresent will be vitally important.present will be vitally important.

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NFPA 61616

Chief Concepts to be ConsideredChief Concepts to be Considered A wide variety of crude chemical warfare agents canA wide variety of crude chemical warfare agents can

be manufactured in garage or basement labs.be manufactured in garage or basement labs.

Illicit lab is a Illicit lab is a CRIME SCENECRIME SCENE, Protect area, preserve , Protect area, preserve evidence, minimize impact on potential evidenceevidence, minimize impact on potential evidence

Coordination must occur between fire service and Coordination must occur between fire service and law enforcement agencies throughout the incident.law enforcement agencies throughout the incident.

Document important information as soon as possibleDocument important information as soon as possible

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NFPA 61717

Chief Concepts to be ConsideredChief Concepts to be Considered P.P.E. Selection should be based on detection and P.P.E. Selection should be based on detection and

sampling results and indicators observed on scene.sampling results and indicators observed on scene.

Selection and use of monitoring and detection Selection and use of monitoring and detection equipment at this type of scene may vary based on equipment at this type of scene may vary based on the hazards identified.the hazards identified.

Decontamination procedures during illicit lab Decontamination procedures during illicit lab incidents often present unique challenges involving incidents often present unique challenges involving the need to decontaminate; environment, firearms, the need to decontaminate; environment, firearms, evidence, suspects and canines.evidence, suspects and canines.

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2(2)


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NFPA 61818

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2(3)


Implement the planned response to a hazardousImplement the planned response to a hazardousmaterials / WMD incident involving potential illicitmaterials / WMD incident involving potential illicitlaboratory operations utilizing applicable evidencelaboratory operations utilizing applicable evidence

preservation guidelines.preservation guidelines.

Remember ! !Remember ! !

This is aThis is a “CRIME SCENE” “CRIME SCENE”

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NFPA 61919

Notify Local Law Enforcement !Notify Local Law Enforcement !

Local Law Enforcement will then move Local Law Enforcement will then move the information up the law enforcement the information up the law enforcement “food chain” such as:“food chain” such as:

Local or State Task Force – State Police Local or State Task Force – State Police Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2(3)


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NFPA 62020

Notify Local Law Enforcement !Notify Local Law Enforcement ! Secure the integrity of the SceneSecure the integrity of the Scene Preserve any evidence presentPreserve any evidence present Consider how operations may affectConsider how operations may affect evidenceevidence First Responder “On Scene” responsibleFirst Responder “On Scene” responsible until it can be properly documented anduntil it can be properly documented and collectedcollected

NFPA 6.9.1.2.2(3)


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NFPA 62121

NFPA 6.9.2

Response to Illicit Response to Illicit Laboratory Incidents Laboratory Incidents

Analyzing the IncidentAnalyzing the Incident

Mission-Specific Mission-Specific ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

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NFPA 62222

NFPA 6.9.2.1


Determining if a Hazardous Materials / WMD Incident Determining if a Hazardous Materials / WMD Incident is an Illicit Laboratory Operation. Given examples ofis an Illicit Laboratory Operation. Given examples ofhazardous materials / WMD incidents involving illicithazardous materials / WMD incidents involving illicitlaboratory operations, the operations level responderlaboratory operations, the operations level responder

assigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidents shallassigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidents shallidentify the potential drugs / WMD being manufactured identify the potential drugs / WMD being manufactured

and shall meet the following related requirements:and shall meet the following related requirements:

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NFPA 62323

NFPA 6.9.2.1(1)


Given examples of illicit drug manufacturing methods, Given examples of illicit drug manufacturing methods, describe the operational considerations,describe the operational considerations,

hazards, and products involved in the illicit process.hazards, and products involved in the illicit process.

Agencies should be aware of potential hazardsAgencies should be aware of potential hazardsinvolving illicit drug production including butinvolving illicit drug production including but

not limited to:not limited to:Corrosives: Acids / BasesCorrosives: Acids / Bases

Flammable GasesFlammable GasesFlammable Liquids / SolventsFlammable Liquids / Solvents

Reactive MetalsReactive MetalsToxic by Inhalation or Dermal Contact materialsToxic by Inhalation or Dermal Contact materials

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Pronunciation of Meth ChemicalsPronunciation of Meth Chemicals

AmphetamineAmphetamine AM-FET-A-MEANAM-FET-A-MEAN AnhydrousAnhydrous AN-HI-DROUSAN-HI-DROUS CyanideCyanide CY-A-NIDECY-A-NIDE EphedrineEphedrine A-FED-RINA-FED-RIN HydriodicHydriodic HI-DRY-O-DICHI-DRY-O-DIC HydrochloricHydrochloric HI-DRO-CLOR-ICHI-DRO-CLOR-IC HydroperoxydizeHydroperoxydize HI-DRO-PER-OXY-HI-DRO-PER-OXY-

DIZEDIZE

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HydroxideHydroxide HI-DROX-IDEHI-DROX-IDE LithiumLithium LITH-E-UMLITH-E-UM MethamphetamineMethamphetamine METH-AM-FET-A-METH-AM-FET-A-

MEANMEAN MuriaticMuriatic MUR-E-ATTICMUR-E-ATTIC ParanoiaParanoia PARA-NOY-APARA-NOY-A PhosphinePhosphine FOS-FENEFOS-FENE PhosphoricPhosphoric FOS-FOR-ICFOS-FOR-IC


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PotassiumPotassium PO-TASS-E-UMPO-TASS-E-UM PsuedoephedrinePsuedoephedrine SUE-DO-A-FED-RINSUE-DO-A-FED-RIN SulfuricSulfuric SUL-F-YOUR-ICSUL-F-YOUR-IC TolueneToluene TOL-U-ENETOL-U-ENE XyleneXylene ZY-LEANZY-LEAN


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Sulfuric AcidSulfuric Acid

Acid in carAcid in carbatteries, a strongbatteries, a strongcorrosive liquid,corrosive liquid,destructive to bothdestructive to bothtissue and metals.tissue and metals.

The sulfuric acidThe sulfuric acidused by most cooksused by most cooksis sold under tradeis sold under trademarks such asmarks such asLiquid Fire™.Liquid Fire™.

Sulfuric and hydrochloricSulfuric and hydrochloricacids under a sink.acids under a sink.

AcidsAcids

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Concentrated sulfuric acid dehydrates,Concentrated sulfuric acid dehydrates,pulling water from tissue. It also heats uppulling water from tissue. It also heats up

and reacts violently when water is added to it.and reacts violently when water is added to it.

BeforeBefore AfterAfter

AcidsAcids

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Sulfuric AcidSulfuric Acid

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Hydrochloric acid (andHydrochloric acid (andhydrogen chloride gas).hydrogen chloride gas).

The acid is also calledThe acid is also calledmuriatic acid.muriatic acid.

The gas is made withThe gas is made withsulfuric acid, salt, and asulfuric acid, salt, and agas generator.gas generator.

Hydrogen chloride gas orHydrogen chloride gas orthe acid fumes are verythe acid fumes are veryirritating, causing tearingirritating, causing tearingand choking.and choking.

An HCl gas generatorAn HCl gas generator

AcidsAcids

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Hydriodic acid, iodineHydriodic acid, iodineand red phosphorous.and red phosphorous.

The red phosphorousThe red phosphorousprocess uses hydriodicprocess uses hydriodicacid which is made fromacid which is made fromiodine crystals in rediodine crystals in redphosphorous. Iodine isphosphorous. Iodine isvery corrosive to tissue.very corrosive to tissue.

Some hydriodic acid maySome hydriodic acid maybe released to the air.be released to the air.

The reaction generatesThe reaction generatesphosphine, a very toxicphosphine, a very toxicgas with low warninggas with low warningcharacteristics.characteristics.

Iodine is obtainedIodine is obtained

from vet suppliers.from vet suppliers.

AcidsAcids

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A common source for red phosphorous is theA common source for red phosphorous is the

scratch pad on book matches or safety flares.scratch pad on book matches or safety flares.

AcidsAcids

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In addition to sulfuric, In addition to sulfuric, hydrochloric and hydrochloric and hyriodic acids, some hyriodic acids, some cooks use other cooks use other strong acids.strong acids.

ALL AREALL ARE

(BASES ARE (BASES ARE ALSO!!)ALSO!!)

AcidsAcids

All acids used to make meth (and bases) are corrosive.All acids used to make meth (and bases) are corrosive.Some, like sulfuric, may not have an odor, while Some, like sulfuric, may not have an odor, while others fume and cause choking and tearing.others fume and cause choking and tearing.

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Sodium hydroxideSodium hydroxide(lye), the corrosive in(lye), the corrosive inDrano™, is a solid thatDrano™, is a solid thatdissolves in water.dissolves in water.

Potassium hydroxidePotassium hydroxide

(a.k.a.: caustic potash)(a.k.a.: caustic potash)is the base fromis the base frompotassium metal. It ispotassium metal. It issometimes used in prosometimes used in prolabs.labs.Sodium hydroxide may boilSodium hydroxide may boil

violently and spatter whenviolently and spatter whenmixed with water!mixed with water!

BasesBases (a.k.a.: alkalis and caustics)(a.k.a.: alkalis and caustics)

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Anhydrous ammonia for the reactive metal processAnhydrous ammonia for the reactive metal processis usually stolen from field tanks,is usually stolen from field tanks,

often with a serious release to the air!often with a serious release to the air!


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Anhydrous ammoniaAnhydrous ammonia

Anhydrous ammoniaAnhydrous ammonia(meaning without water) is(meaning without water) isgas liquefied by pressure.gas liquefied by pressure.

Liquid ammonia is requiredLiquid ammonia is requiredfor the reactive metalfor the reactive metalprocesses. processes.

Ammonia reacts with theAmmonia reacts with themetal in LP valves forming ametal in LP valves forming agreen metal salt which isgreen metal salt which ismuch weaker than the metal!much weaker than the metal!


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It is now frequentlyIt is now frequentlycarried in picnic jugs!carried in picnic jugs!

As liquid ammonia goesAs liquid ammonia goesinto a container, a largeinto a container, a largeamount evaporates,amount evaporates,cooling the remainder!cooling the remainder!

What is left will stay inWhat is left will stay inthe container until itthe container until itwarms and pressure grows.warms and pressure grows.

The street price for The street price for ammonia can exceed ammonia can exceed $200.00 per gallon!$200.00 per gallon!

BasesBases (a.k.a(a.k.a.: alkalis and caustics).: alkalis and caustics)

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What Are the Hazards?What Are the Hazards?

A fireA fire

extinguisherextinguisher

containingcontaining

ammoniaammonia

exploded inexploded in

this car. this car.

Both occupantsBoth occupants

eventually died.eventually died.The ammonia was in a 2-1/2 gallon The ammonia was in a 2-1/2 gallon

water extinguisher!water extinguisher!

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Anhydrous ammonia, aAnhydrous ammonia, avery serious health hazard,very serious health hazard,is a base when dissolved inis a base when dissolved inwater.water.

WARNING: Contact withWARNING: Contact withstrong bases can causestrong bases can causepermanent loss of sight! permanent loss of sight!

Use extreme caution,Use extreme caution,don't touch your eyes!don't touch your eyes!This is probably This is probably

pressurized!pressurized!


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Typical ignitable liquids:Typical ignitable liquids:

Acetone, ether, toluene,Acetone, ether, toluene,lantern fuel (Coleman™),lantern fuel (Coleman™),alcohol (HEET™), andalcohol (HEET™), andxylene.xylene.

Vapors causeVapors causeintoxication, irritation,intoxication, irritation,and CNS disorders.and CNS disorders.

Vapors are healthVapors are healthhazards below theirhazards below theirlower flammable limit.lower flammable limit.Some below their odorSome below their odorthreshold! threshold!

Name brands are popular!Name brands are popular!

Ignitable LiquidsIgnitable Liquids

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Ignitable LiquidIgnitable Liquid

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Warning: After anWarning: After anexplosion (or a fire thatexplosion (or a fire thathas been put out) thehas been put out) thevapor cloud can reformvapor cloud can reformquickly and reignite orquickly and reignite orexplode with you there!explode with you there!

Liquids are often heatedLiquids are often heated

Ignitable LiquidsIgnitable Liquids

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Two metals can be usedTwo metals can be usedin the reactive metalin the reactive metalprocess -lithium orprocess -lithium orsodium.sodium.

Most common is lithiumMost common is lithiumremoved from batteriesremoved from batterieswhich causes sparkswhich causes sparksfrom shorted parts and afrom shorted parts and amessy residue.messy residue.

The gray foil is lithium,The gray foil is lithium,oxidized by the moistureoxidized by the moisturein the air. in the air.

Lithium and the other Lithium and the other foils look alike!foils look alike!

Reactive MetalsReactive Metals

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SodiumSodium

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Lithium reacts violently with water Lithium reacts violently with water producing lithium hydroxide, which producing lithium hydroxide, which is a strong base. is a strong base.

Li + HLi + H22O = LiOH + FIREO = LiOH + FIRE

Lithium / Water = Lithium HydroxideLithium / Water = Lithium Hydroxide

andand Fire!Fire! The reaction can cause an explosion.The reaction can cause an explosion.

Reactive MetalsReactive Metals

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LithiumLithium

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Other Chemicals and Unidentifiable MaterialsOther Chemicals and Unidentifiable Materials

There are other routes There are other routes to meth, including toxic to meth, including toxic cyanide compounds.cyanide compounds.

Cooks move materials Cooks move materials from container to from container to container without container without identifying the contents.identifying the contents.

All containers are suspect. All containers are suspect. Don't handle anything.Don't handle anything.

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NFPA 64848

NFPA 6.9.2.1(2)


Given examples of illicit chemical WMD methods,Given examples of illicit chemical WMD methods,describe the operational considerations, hazards,describe the operational considerations, hazards,

and products involved in the illicit process.and products involved in the illicit process.

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NFPA 64949


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NFPA 65050

NFPA 6.9.2.1(3)


Given examples of illicit biological WMD methods,Given examples of illicit biological WMD methods,describe the operational considerations, hazards,describe the operational considerations, hazards,

and products involved in the illicit process.and products involved in the illicit process.

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NFPA 65151

NFPA 6.9.2.1(3)


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NFPA 65252

NFPA 6.9.2.1(4)


Given examples of illicit laboratory operations,Given examples of illicit laboratory operations,describe the potential booby traps that have beendescribe the potential booby traps that have been

encountered by response personnel.encountered by response personnel.

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NFPA 65353

NFPA 6.9.2.1(4)


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NFPA 65454

NFPA 6.9.2.1(5)


Given examples of illicit laboratory operations,Given examples of illicit laboratory operations,describe the agencies that have investigativedescribe the agencies that have investigative

authority and operational responsibility to supportauthority and operational responsibility to supportthe response.the response.

The following slide depicts agencies that The following slide depicts agencies that should be identified but not limited to: should be identified but not limited to:

in the L.E.R.Pin the L.E.R.P

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NFPA 65555

Local Law EnforcementLocal Law EnforcementState PoliceState Police

Federal Bureau of InvestigationFederal Bureau of InvestigationDrug Enforcement AdministrationDrug Enforcement AdministrationEnvironmental Protection AgencyEnvironmental Protection Agency

U.S. Postal Inspection ServiceU.S. Postal Inspection Service

If terrorist Related:If terrorist Related:

U.S. Attorney General U.S. Attorney General (Normally delegates FBI)(Normally delegates FBI)NFPA 6.9.2.1(5)


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NFPA 65656

NFPA 6.4.3


Planning the ResponsePlanning the Response


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NFPA 65757

NFPA 6.9.3.1


Given an analysis of hazardous materials / WMDGiven an analysis of hazardous materials / WMDincidents involving illicit laboratories, theincidents involving illicit laboratories, the

operations level responder assigned to respond tooperations level responder assigned to respond toillicit laboratory incidents shall identify possibleillicit laboratory incidents shall identify possible

response options.response options.

Remember “RECEO”Remember “RECEO”Rescue; Exposure; Confinement; Extinguish; OverhaulRescue; Exposure; Confinement; Extinguish; Overhaul

First Responder “Safety First”First Responder “Safety First”

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NFPA 65858

NFPA 6.9.3.1


Things to Consider !Things to Consider !

Secure and Preserve the SceneSecure and Preserve the Scene Document Scene ActivitiesDocument Scene Activities

Personal Protective EquipmentPersonal Protective Equipment Detection DevicesDetection Devices DecontaminationDecontamination

Remediation EffortsRemediation Efforts

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NFPA 65959

NFPA 6.9.3.2.1


The operations level responder assigned to The operations level responder assigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall identifyrespond to illicit laboratory incidents shall identify

the unique operational aspects associated withthe unique operational aspects associated withillicit drug manufacturing and illicit WMDillicit drug manufacturing and illicit WMD

manufacturing.manufacturing.

What is an “Illicit Laboratory”?What is an “Illicit Laboratory”?

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NFPA 66060

NFPA 6.9.3.2.1

Response to Illicit Laboratory IncidentsResponse to Illicit Laboratory Incidents Illicit Labs associated with Methamphetamine or illegalIllicit Labs associated with Methamphetamine or illegal stimulants, there are other drug manufactured butstimulants, there are other drug manufactured but Methamphetamine is still the most prevalent.Methamphetamine is still the most prevalent.

Recent years there has been an increase in theRecent years there has been an increase in the manufacture of Weapons of Mass Destruction.manufacture of Weapons of Mass Destruction.

Ingredients are government regulated making it difficultIngredients are government regulated making it difficult for illicit lab operators to obtain them. Must be obtainedfor illicit lab operators to obtain them. Must be obtained illegally, Criminal will attempt to hide their existence. illegally, Criminal will attempt to hide their existence.

First Responders often come upon these accidentallyFirst Responders often come upon these accidentally and are not prepared for the consequences.and are not prepared for the consequences.

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NFPA 66161

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(1)


Given an incident involving illicit drug manufacturingGiven an incident involving illicit drug manufacturingor illicit WMD manufacturing, the operations levelor illicit WMD manufacturing, the operations level

responder assigned to illicit laboratory incidents shallresponder assigned to illicit laboratory incidents shalldescribe the following tasks: describe the following tasks:

Law enforcement securingLaw enforcement securingand preserving the sceneand preserving the scene

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NFPA 66262

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(1)


Law enforcement securingLaw enforcement securingand preserving the sceneand preserving the scene

Responder Safety First – Potential Threats !Responder Safety First – Potential Threats !Secure PerimeterSecure Perimeter

Securing the Scene – Prevent from getting largerSecuring the Scene – Prevent from getting largerSecure sewer waste flow, drainage ditchesSecure sewer waste flow, drainage ditches

Reduce water run-off from firefighting effortsReduce water run-off from firefighting efforts

Limit number of personnel: In and OutLimit number of personnel: In and OutForm Multidisciplinary TeamForm Multidisciplinary Team

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NFPA 66363

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(1)

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NFPA 66464

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(2)




Joint hazardous materials and EODJoint hazardous materials and EODpersonnel site reconnaissancepersonnel site reconnaissance

and hazard identificationand hazard identification

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NFPA 66565

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(2)


Joint hazardous materials and EODJoint hazardous materials and EODpersonnel site reconnaissancepersonnel site reconnaissance

and hazard identificationand hazard identification

What do you do with a “Dirty Bomb”?What do you do with a “Dirty Bomb”?What is a “Dirty Bomb”?What is a “Dirty Bomb”?

An Explosive Device with a Chemical,An Explosive Device with a Chemical,Biological or Radiological Material attached.Biological or Radiological Material attached.

Explosive charge used to “Weaponize” orExplosive charge used to “Weaponize” orDistribute the Hazardous MaterialDistribute the Hazardous Material

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NFPA 66666

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(2)

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NFPA 66767

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(3)




Determining atmospheric hazards throughDetermining atmospheric hazards throughair monitoring and detectionair monitoring and detection

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NFPA 66868

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(3)


Determining atmospheric hazards throughDetermining atmospheric hazards throughair monitoring and detectionair monitoring and detection

Various hazardous gases can be generated by Various hazardous gases can be generated by clandestine drug manufacturing laboratories. The clandestine drug manufacturing laboratories. The physiological effects of these gases can vary from physiological effects of these gases can vary from

mild irritation, choking, severe nausea or rendering mild irritation, choking, severe nausea or rendering investigating personnel unconscious to death.investigating personnel unconscious to death.

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NFPA 66969

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(3)


Sample of a Clandestine Lab Kit:Sample of a Clandestine Lab Kit:The “Draeger Tube” system consists of the hand held accuro The “Draeger Tube” system consists of the hand held accuro sample pump that draws air through the glass detector tube. sample pump that draws air through the glass detector tube. If the chemical agent is present, the Draeger Tube changes If the chemical agent is present, the Draeger Tube changes color. Higher concentrations of gas produce a longer length color. Higher concentrations of gas produce a longer length

of color change. A graduated scale printed on the tube of color change. A graduated scale printed on the tube indicates gas concentrations. indicates gas concentrations.

The one handed operation of the accuro pump allows the The one handed operation of the accuro pump allows the other hand to be free for maneuvering into position or other hand to be free for maneuvering into position or

handling a weapon. The Draeger CLIK measure handling a weapon. The Draeger CLIK measure Ammonia,Ammonia, PhosphinePhosphine and and Hydrochloric AcidHydrochloric Acid. Draeger tubes are . Draeger tubes are

available for measuring many other gases which may be available for measuring many other gases which may be present in clandestine labs.present in clandestine labs.

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NFPA 67070

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(3)

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NFPA 67171

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(4)




Mitigation of immediate hazardsMitigation of immediate hazardswhile preserving evidencewhile preserving evidence

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NFPA 67272

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(4)


Mitigation of immediate hazardsMitigation of immediate hazardswhile preserving evidencewhile preserving evidence

Standard Priorities for Response to Illicit Labs:Standard Priorities for Response to Illicit Labs:

Life SafetyLife SafetyIncident StabilizationIncident Stabilization

Preservation of PropertyPreservation of PropertyFirst Reconnaissance Should:First Reconnaissance Should:

Assess Hazards to Life and Safety of theAssess Hazards to Life and Safety of theFirst Responders and InvestigatorsFirst Responders and Investigators Coordinate with Law EnforcementCoordinate with Law Enforcement

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NFPA 67373

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(4)

Preserve Evidence Preserve Evidence while Rendering while Rendering

Scene SafeScene Safe

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NFPA 67474

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(5)




Coordinated crime scene operationCoordinated crime scene operationwith the law enforcement agencywith the law enforcement agency

having investigative authorityhaving investigative authority

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NFPA 67575

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(5)


Coordinated crime scene operationCoordinated crime scene operationwith the law enforcement agencywith the law enforcement agency

having investigative authorityhaving investigative authority

Signs of Criminal ActivitySigns of Criminal Activity Familiar with Jurisdictional Procedures:Familiar with Jurisdictional Procedures:

Investigative law enforcement leadershipInvestigative law enforcement leadershipSearch warrant requirementsSearch warrant requirements

Prosecuting Attorney RequirementsProsecuting Attorney Requirements Rules of evidenceRules of evidence

Crime Scene DocumentationCrime Scene DocumentationPhotography PoliciesPhotography Policies

Evidence RequirementsEvidence RequirementsChain of CustodyChain of Custody

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NFPA 67676

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(5)

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NFPA 67777

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(6)




Documenting personnel and sceneDocumenting personnel and sceneactivities associated with incidentactivities associated with incident

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NFPA 67878


Documenting personnel and sceneDocumenting personnel and sceneactivities associated with incidentactivities associated with incident

Legal restrictions vary across the countryLegal restrictions vary across the country Must know what is acceptable:Must know what is acceptable:

Some Courts do Not allow Video FootageSome Courts do Not allow Video FootageSome Courts do Not Allow Digital PhotosSome Courts do Not Allow Digital Photos

Take Good NotesTake Good Notes Diagrams upon Initial ResponseDiagrams upon Initial Response

Photograph Prior to Disturbing ScenePhotograph Prior to Disturbing Scene Document Document ALLALL Personnel On Scene Personnel On Scene

Have Scribe Keep a Log as well as RadioHave Scribe Keep a Log as well as Radio Transmissions of ActivitiesTransmissions of Activities

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NFPA 67979

NFPA 6.9.3.2.2(6)

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NFPA 68080

NFPA 6.9.3.3


Identifying the Law Enforcement Agency Identifying the Law Enforcement Agency That Has Investigative Jurisdiction.That Has Investigative Jurisdiction.

The operations level responder assigned to respond to The operations level responder assigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall identify the law illicit laboratory incidents shall identify the law

enforcement agency having investigative jurisdiction enforcement agency having investigative jurisdiction and shall meet the following requirements: and shall meet the following requirements:

Law Enforcement Jurisdictions, Investigative Law Enforcement Jurisdictions, Investigative Guidelines and Priorities are Complex and Guidelines and Priorities are Complex and

Dynamic. Local and State Law EnforcementDynamic. Local and State Law Enforcementcan assist with specific requirementscan assist with specific requirements

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NFPA 68181

NFPA 6.9.3.3(1)(a)


Given scenarios involving illicit drug manufacturingGiven scenarios involving illicit drug manufacturingor illicit WMD manufacturing, identify the lawor illicit WMD manufacturing, identify the law

enforcement agency(s) with investigative authorityenforcement agency(s) with investigative authorityfor the following situations:for the following situations:

Illicit drug manufacturingIllicit drug manufacturing

Local, Regional, State Law EnforcementLocal, Regional, State Law EnforcementDrug Enforcement Administration (DEA)Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

Environmental Protection Administration Environmental Protection Administration (EPA)(EPA)

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NFPA 68282

NFPA 6.9.3.3(1)(b)




Illicit WMD manufacturingIllicit WMD manufacturing

Local, Regional, State Law EnforcementLocal, Regional, State Law EnforcementFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)


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NFPA 68383

NFPA 6.9.3.3(1)(c)




Environmental crimes resultingEnvironmental crimes resultingfrom illicit laboratory operationsfrom illicit laboratory operations

Local, Regional, State Law EnforcementLocal, Regional, State Law Enforcement


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NFPA 68484

NFPA 6.9.3.4.1


The operations level responder assigned to respondThe operations level responder assigned to respondto illicit laboratory incidents shall identify andto illicit laboratory incidents shall identify and

describe the unique tasks and operationsdescribe the unique tasks and operationsencountered at illicit laboratory scenes.encountered at illicit laboratory scenes.

Unique Task Include:Unique Task Include:Clearance of Hostile SuspectsClearance of Hostile Suspects

Clearance of EOD devices or materialsClearance of EOD devices or materialsClearance of Anti-Personnel DevicesClearance of Anti-Personnel Devices

Perform Tactical DecontaminationPerform Tactical DecontaminationAcquire Warrants and AffidavitsAcquire Warrants and Affidavits

Isolate ChemicalsIsolate ChemicalsCollect EvidenceCollect EvidenceSite RemediationSite Remediation

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NFPA 68585

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2


Given scenarios involving illicit drug Given scenarios involving illicit drug manufacturing or illicit WMD manufacturing, describe manufacturing or illicit WMD manufacturing, describe

the following: the following:

(1)(1) Hazards, safety procedures, and tactical guidelines Hazards, safety procedures, and tactical guidelinesfor this type of emergencyfor this type of emergency

(2)(2) Factors to be evaluated in selection of the appropriate Factors to be evaluated in selection of the appropriate personal protective equipment for each type of tactical operationpersonal protective equipment for each type of tactical operation

(3)(3) Factors to be considered in selection of appropriate Factors to be considered in selection of appropriate decontamination proceduresdecontamination procedures

(4)(4) Factors to be evaluated in the selection of detection devices Factors to be evaluated in the selection of detection devices

(5)(5) Factors to be considered in the development Factors to be considered in the developmentof a remediation planof a remediation plan

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NFPA 68686

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(1)


Hazards, safety procedures, and tactical guidelines for Hazards, safety procedures, and tactical guidelines for this type of emergencythis type of emergency

Illicit Labs are designed for different productsIllicit Labs are designed for different products

Operators of Labs want to “Protect” their productOperators of Labs want to “Protect” their productand evade Law Enforcementand evade Law Enforcement

They will have Weapons, Booby Traps,They will have Weapons, Booby Traps,Vicious AnimalsVicious Animals

Trained Personnel Only to deal with explosives like Trained Personnel Only to deal with explosives like “Explosive Ordinance Disposal” “Explosive Ordinance Disposal” EODEOD

Once Cleared of Weapons, IED’s, Risk Assessment Once Cleared of Weapons, IED’s, Risk Assessment still needs to be accomplishedstill needs to be accomplished

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NFPA 68787

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(1)


Hazards, safety procedures, and tactical guidelines Hazards, safety procedures, and tactical guidelines for this type of emergencyfor this type of emergency

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NFPA 68888

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(2)


Factors to be evaluated in selection of theFactors to be evaluated in selection of theappropriate personal protective equipment forappropriate personal protective equipment for

each type of tactical operationeach type of tactical operation

Based on Intelligence, Warning Signs, Based on Intelligence, Warning Signs, Detection Clues, P.P.E. worn by Occupants, Detection Clues, P.P.E. worn by Occupants, Interviews with Neighbors, Animal Activity.Interviews with Neighbors, Animal Activity.

Law Enforcement may require Tactical P.P.E.Law Enforcement may require Tactical P.P.E.EOD Requires Specialized P.P.E.EOD Requires Specialized P.P.E.

All May Require additional Chemical P.P.E. All May Require additional Chemical P.P.E. based on hazard based on hazard

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NFPA 68989

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(2)


Factors to be evaluated in selection of theFactors to be evaluated in selection of theappropriate personal protective equipment forappropriate personal protective equipment for

each type of tactical operationeach type of tactical operation

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NFPA 69090

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(3)


Factors to be considered in selection of appropriate Factors to be considered in selection of appropriate decontamination proceduresdecontamination procedures

Based on Hazard Risk AssessmentBased on Hazard Risk Assessment May Require Tactical DECON ProceduresMay Require Tactical DECON Procedures

Tactical DECON Predicated upon “Rapid Deployment”Tactical DECON Predicated upon “Rapid Deployment” Four Potential Situations:Four Potential Situations:

Uninjured Tactical Operators and EquipmentUninjured Tactical Operators and EquipmentInjured Tactical OperatorsInjured Tactical Operators

Uninjured SuspectsUninjured SuspectsInjured SuspectsInjured Suspects

Coordinate DECON with Law Enforcement:Coordinate DECON with Law Enforcement:Suspects, Ammunition, PyrotechnicsSuspects, Ammunition, Pyrotechnics

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NFPA 69191

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(3)


Factors to be considered in selection of appropriate Factors to be considered in selection of appropriate decontamination proceduresdecontamination procedures

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NFPA 69292

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(4)


Factors to be evaluated in the selectionFactors to be evaluated in the selectionof detection devicesof detection devices

Flammable Vapors dangerous to law Flammable Vapors dangerous to law enforcement using weapons with muzzle flashenforcement using weapons with muzzle flash

Selection and use based on hazards identified.Selection and use based on hazards identified.

Minimum of the Basic Meters:Minimum of the Basic Meters:Four Gas, Photo Ionization Detector,Four Gas, Photo Ionization Detector,

Radiation, pH paper / meterRadiation, pH paper / meter(Refer to Chapter 6: 6.7)(Refer to Chapter 6: 6.7)

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NFPA 69393

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(4)


Factors to be evaluated in the selectionFactors to be evaluated in the selectionof detection devicesof detection devices

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NFPA 69494

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(5)


Factors to be considered in the developmentFactors to be considered in the developmentof a remediation planof a remediation plan

Must Know Local, State, Federal PoliciesMust Know Local, State, Federal Policies

Assistance may come from;Assistance may come from; Local and / or State Health Local and / or State Health

and / or Environmental Agencies:and / or Environmental Agencies:Emergency Management: Emergency Management:

Federal Agencies such as:Federal Agencies such as:Drug Enforcement AdministrationDrug Enforcement Administration (DEA)(DEA)Environmental Protection AgencyEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)(EPA)

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NFPA 69595

NFPA 6.9.3.4.2(5)


Factors to be considered in the developmentFactors to be considered in the developmentof a remediation planof a remediation plan

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NFPA 69696

NFPA 6.9.3.5


Selecting Personal Protective Equipment.Selecting Personal Protective Equipment.

The operations level responder assigned to respond toThe operations level responder assigned to respond toillicit laboratory incidents shall select the personalillicit laboratory incidents shall select the personalprotective equipment required to respond to illicitprotective equipment required to respond to illicitlaboratory incidents based on local procedures.laboratory incidents based on local procedures.

P.P.E. Selection should be based onP.P.E. Selection should be based onDetection and Sampling resultsDetection and Sampling results

and indicators observed on sceneand indicators observed on scene(Refer to Chapter 6: 6.2)(Refer to Chapter 6: 6.2)

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NFPA 69797

NFPA 6.9.4


Implementing the Planned Implementing the Planned ResponseResponse


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NFPA 69898

NFPA 6.9.4.1


Implementing the Planned Response.Implementing the Planned Response.

Given scenarios involving an illicit drug / WMDGiven scenarios involving an illicit drug / WMDlaboratory operation involving hazardous laboratory operation involving hazardous

materials / WMD, the operations level respondermaterials / WMD, the operations level responderassigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidentsassigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidentsshall implement or oversee the implementation ofshall implement or oversee the implementation of

the selected response options safely and effectively. the selected response options safely and effectively.

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NFPA 69999

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1


Given a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryGiven a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryincident, the operations level responder assignedincident, the operations level responder assignedto respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall beto respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall be

able to perform the following tasks:able to perform the following tasks:

(1)(1) Describe safe and effective methods for Describe safe and effective methods forlaw enforcement to secure the scene.law enforcement to secure the scene.

(2)(2) Demonstrate decontamination procedures for Demonstrate decontamination procedures fortactical law enforcement personneltactical law enforcement personnel

(SWAT or K-9) securing an illicit laboratory.(SWAT or K-9) securing an illicit laboratory.

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NFPA 6100100

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1


Given a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryGiven a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryincident, the operations level responder assignedincident, the operations level responder assignedto respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall beto respond to illicit laboratory incidents shall be

able to perform the following tasks:able to perform the following tasks:

(3)(3) Demonstrate methods to identify and avoid potential Demonstrate methods to identify and avoid potentialunique safety hazards found at illicit laboratories suchunique safety hazards found at illicit laboratories such

as booby traps and releases of hazardous materials.as booby traps and releases of hazardous materials.

(4)(4) Demonstrate methods to conduct joint hazardous Demonstrate methods to conduct joint hazardousmaterials / EOD operations to identify safety hazardsmaterials / EOD operations to identify safety hazards

and implement control procedures.and implement control procedures.

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NFPA 6101101

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1(1)


Describe safe and effective methods for law Describe safe and effective methods for law enforcement to secure the scene.enforcement to secure the scene.

Responders should cordon off area aroundResponders should cordon off area aroundproperty involved and prevent entry.property involved and prevent entry.

A joint force of multidisciplinary personnelA joint force of multidisciplinary personnelshould conduct a Joint Hazardous Materials should conduct a Joint Hazardous Materials

and EOD analysisand EOD analysis

Follow Evidence Preservation GuidelinesFollow Evidence Preservation Guidelines

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NFPA 6102102

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1(1)

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NFPA 6103103

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1(2)


Demonstrate decontamination procedures forDemonstrate decontamination procedures fortactical law enforcement personnel (SWAT or K-9)tactical law enforcement personnel (SWAT or K-9)

securing an illicit laboratory.securing an illicit laboratory.

Review Following slides from Review Following slides from Chapter 6;Chapter 6; section 6.4section 6.4 – Technical Decontamination – Technical Decontamination

Special Precautions and SOP’s / SOG’sSpecial Precautions and SOP’s / SOG’sNeed to be made dealing with:Need to be made dealing with:

Law Enforcement Personnel: EOD, SWATLaw Enforcement Personnel: EOD, SWATCriminalsCriminals

K-9’sK-9’s

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NFPA 6104104

NFPA 6.4.3.2(6)

Technical DecontaminationTechnical Decontamination

Special Decon Equipment RequiredSpecial Decon Equipment Required

Law Enforcement:Law Enforcement:The major additional concern with LE is Weapons and The major additional concern with LE is Weapons and Weapon Security. They may require a “clearing” zone and Weapon Security. They may require a “clearing” zone and a container that can be secured for future Decon / Disposala container that can be secured for future Decon / Disposal

K-9s:K-9s:Additional equipment is listed on the USAR website in a Additional equipment is listed on the USAR website in a following slide. It involves a special platform so claws following slide. It involves a special platform so claws don’t get caught, and shielding to prevent spread of don’t get caught, and shielding to prevent spread of contaminates for personnel in case animal “Shakes” while contaminates for personnel in case animal “Shakes” while being washed.being washed.

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NFPA 6105105

NFPA 6.4.3.2(6)


Law Enforcement Personnel Law Enforcement Personnel

Special Containers should be located in theSpecial Containers should be located in the““Tool Drop”, one for cleared weapons,Tool Drop”, one for cleared weapons,

ammunition and devices such as “flash bangs” ammunition and devices such as “flash bangs” in another.in another.

If possible, a Law Enforcement Officer should be If possible, a Law Enforcement Officer should be part of the Decon Team to assist with the special part of the Decon Team to assist with the special

requirements and weapon securityrequirements and weapon security

See Documents Provided with this ProgramSee Documents Provided with this Program

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NFPA 6106106

NFPA 6.4.3.2(6)


This is a Great K-9 Resource WebsiteThis is a Great K-9 Resource Websitehttp://www.usarveterinarygroup.org/index.htm

Run the cursor over the Haz Mat & Decontamination heading Run the cursor over the Haz Mat & Decontamination heading and a drop down menu will give you each section.and a drop down menu will give you each section.

Emergency and Gross DeconEmergency and Gross DeconTechnical DeconTechnical Decon

Nerve Agents / Mark 1 KitsNerve Agents / Mark 1 KitsK-9 Decon Station and Oil Based Decon TestingK-9 Decon Station and Oil Based Decon TestingAdvanced K-9 Decon Station and Field TestingAdvanced K-9 Decon Station and Field Testing

Canine Decontamination LectureCanine Decontamination Lecture

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NFPA 6107107

NFPA 6.4.3.2(6)


Animal Decon has beenAnimal Decon has been

overlooked and theseoverlooked and these

animals are a vital tool inanimals are a vital tool in

WMD / Drug Lab / RescueWMD / Drug Lab / Rescue

www.FEMA.gov has 2 has 2

on-line courses that may beon-line courses that may be

beneficial as well:beneficial as well:

IS-10 and IS-11IS-10 and IS-11

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NFPA 6108108

NFPA 6.4.3.2(6)


It is highly recommended that in the event of Animals It is highly recommended that in the event of Animals and Particularly Trained K-9s being involved with a and Particularly Trained K-9s being involved with a

Crime Scene that has potentially exposed them to Crime Scene that has potentially exposed them to Hazardous Materials or WMD; a Veterinarian and Hazardous Materials or WMD; a Veterinarian and

Animal Control Officer respond to the scene for Animal Control Officer respond to the scene for treatment and possible sedation to enable treatment treatment and possible sedation to enable treatment

or prevent secondary exposure to humans.or prevent secondary exposure to humans.

Contact information and Policies should be Contact information and Policies should be included in the Emergency Response Plan.included in the Emergency Response Plan.

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NFPA 6109109

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1(3)


Demonstrate methods to identify and avoidDemonstrate methods to identify and avoidpotential unique safety hazards found at illicitpotential unique safety hazards found at illicit

laboratories such as booby traps and releases oflaboratories such as booby traps and releases ofhazardous materials.hazardous materials.

Remember: You are dealing with the Criminal Remember: You are dealing with the Criminal element, they don’t want to get caught.element, they don’t want to get caught.

If not trained to identify such devices it is prudent to If not trained to identify such devices it is prudent to request the assistance of Law Enforcement and request the assistance of Law Enforcement and

Explosive Ordinance Disposal personnel and wait in a Explosive Ordinance Disposal personnel and wait in a safe area until cleared to enter by “Command”safe area until cleared to enter by “Command”

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NFPA 6.9.4.1.1(3)


Identify and/or avoid potential unique hazards:Identify and/or avoid potential unique hazards:

Visually Assess the structure or property:Visually Assess the structure or property:Security and / or Surveillance SystemsSecurity and / or Surveillance Systems

Chemical Containers, Lab Equipment, Hostile OccupantsChemical Containers, Lab Equipment, Hostile Occupants Establish Safe Containment Perimeter:Establish Safe Containment Perimeter:

Based on Hazards Identified Based on Hazards Identified Notify Law Enforcement, Technicians:Notify Law Enforcement, Technicians:

Based on Hazards IdentifiedBased on Hazards Identified Make Assessment of Victims:Make Assessment of Victims:

Note Symptoms they are PresentingNote Symptoms they are Presenting

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NFPA 6111111

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1(4)


Demonstrate methods to conduct joint hazardousDemonstrate methods to conduct joint hazardousmaterials / EOD operations to identify safetymaterials / EOD operations to identify safetyhazards and implement control procedures.hazards and implement control procedures.

Joint Agency Operations Must be CoordinatedJoint Agency Operations Must be Coordinated

Remember: You are dealing with a Crime SceneRemember: You are dealing with a Crime Scene

In many cases Fire and EMS are thereIn many cases Fire and EMS are thereto support and assist / provide servicesto support and assist / provide services

to law Enforcement Personnelto law Enforcement Personnel

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NFPA 6112112

NFPA 6.9.4.1.1(4)


Conduct Joint Hazardous Materials / EOD OperationsConduct Joint Hazardous Materials / EOD Operations

Communicate with Other and All Agencies:Communicate with Other and All Agencies:Law Enforcement / EOD / Special TeamsLaw Enforcement / EOD / Special Teams

Discuss Potential Explosive Devices / Chemicals / HazardsDiscuss Potential Explosive Devices / Chemicals / Hazards Develop Joint Response Plan:Develop Joint Response Plan:

Devices; Once Rendered Safe Become EvidenceDevices; Once Rendered Safe Become Evidence Develop Decontamination Plan:Develop Decontamination Plan:

Must Support Law Enforcement / EOD PersonnelMust Support Law Enforcement / EOD PersonnelSpecial Needs such as Weapons, Devices, EquipmentSpecial Needs such as Weapons, Devices, Equipment

May be Involved with Evidence to make Safe for TransportMay be Involved with Evidence to make Safe for Transport

Should Have SOP’s or SOG’s in LERPShould Have SOP’s or SOG’s in LERP

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NFPA 6113113

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2 (1) (2) (3)


Given a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryGiven a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryentry operation, the operations level responderentry operation, the operations level responder

assigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidentsassigned to respond to illicit laboratory incidentsshall demonstrate methods of identifying theshall demonstrate methods of identifying thefollowing during reconnaissance operations:following during reconnaissance operations:

The potential manufacture of illicit drugsThe potential manufacture of illicit drugs The potential manufacture of illicit WMD materialsThe potential manufacture of illicit WMD materials

Potential environmental crimes associated withPotential environmental crimes associated withthe manufacture of illicit drugs / WMD materialsthe manufacture of illicit drugs / WMD materials

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NFPA 6114114

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2


Illicit Drug / WMD LaboratoriesIllicit Drug / WMD Laboratories Must Learn to Identify Products, Chemical Must Learn to Identify Products, Chemical Processing Methods.Processing Methods.

Laboratories can be as small as the trunk of a car toLaboratories can be as small as the trunk of a car toan entire residential home or commercial structurean entire residential home or commercial structure

Locations with Certain Characteristics are favoredLocations with Certain Characteristics are favoredsites for Illicit Laboratoriessites for Illicit Laboratories

Establish Control Zones:Establish Control Zones: Deny & Control EntryDeny & Control EntryNotify Authorities:Notify Authorities: Law Enforcement Law Enforcement

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NFPA 6115115

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2


Illicit Drug / WMD LaboratoriesIllicit Drug / WMD Laboratories

Locations with Certain CharacteristicsLocations with Certain Characteristicsare favored sites for Illicit Laboratories:are favored sites for Illicit Laboratories:

Basements / Motor Home / Storage FacilitiesBasements / Motor Home / Storage FacilitiesUnusual or Multiple VentsUnusual or Multiple Vents

Heavy SecurityHeavy SecurityObscured WindowsObscured Windows

May emit Odd or Unusual OdorsMay emit Odd or Unusual Odors

Occupants usually Nervous or “On Edge”Occupants usually Nervous or “On Edge”Very Protective of Area, Don’t Want VisitorsVery Protective of Area, Don’t Want VisitorsDon’t want People who do go In to stay longDon’t want People who do go In to stay long

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NFPA 6116116

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(1)


The potential manufacture of illicit drugsThe potential manufacture of illicit drugs

Drug Labs usually very primitive:Drug Labs usually very primitive:Many materials used, common items:Many materials used, common items:

Jars, Bottles, Glass Cookware, CoolersJars, Bottles, Glass Cookware, CoolersMay be additional Lab Glassware / TubingMay be additional Lab Glassware / Tubing

Also Look for:Also Look for:Pill Bottles, Hydrochloric or Sulfuric Acid, Paint Thinner, Pill Bottles, Hydrochloric or Sulfuric Acid, Paint Thinner,

Drain Cleaners, Iodine Crystals, Table Salt, Aluminum Drain Cleaners, Iodine Crystals, Table Salt, Aluminum Foil, Lithium Batteries, Blenders, Food Processors, Foil, Lithium Batteries, Blenders, Food Processors,

Strainers, Coffee Filters, Heat SourcesStrainers, Coffee Filters, Heat SourcesMethamphetamine:Methamphetamine: Red Phosphorus, Lye, Anhydrous Red Phosphorus, Lye, Anhydrous Ammonia, Starter Fluid, Ephedrine/PseudoephedrineAmmonia, Starter Fluid, Ephedrine/Pseudoephedrine

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NFPA 6117117

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(1)

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NFPA 6118118

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(2)


The potential manufacture of illicit WMD materialsThe potential manufacture of illicit WMD materials

WMD Labs operated by different type criminal:WMD Labs operated by different type criminal:May contain Terrorist Paraphernalia; May contain Terrorist Paraphernalia;

Ideological Propaganda, Terrorist Training Manuals, Ideological Propaganda, Terrorist Training Manuals, Documents indicating Terrorist Group Affiliation.Documents indicating Terrorist Group Affiliation.

May have Surveillance Materials:May have Surveillance Materials:Video Tapes, Photographs, Maps, Blueprints or Time Video Tapes, Photographs, Maps, Blueprints or Time

Logs of Potential Targets. May have Logs of Potential Targets. May have Non-WeaponNon-Weapon Supplies;Supplies; Badges, Uniforms, Decals allowing access to Badges, Uniforms, Decals allowing access to Targets. Targets. Weapon Supplies;Weapon Supplies; Timers, Switches, Fuses, Timers, Switches, Fuses,

Containers, Wires, Projectiles, Gunpowder, Cell PhonesContainers, Wires, Projectiles, Gunpowder, Cell Phones

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NFPA 6119119

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(2)

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NFPA 6120120

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(2)

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NFPA 6121121

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(2)


The potential manufacture of illicit WMD materialsThe potential manufacture of illicit WMD materials

Chemical:Chemical:Blister Agents: such as Sulfur MustardBlister Agents: such as Sulfur MustardBlood Agents: such as CyanideBlood Agents: such as CyanideChoking Agents: such as ChlorineChoking Agents: such as Chlorine

Biological:Biological:Bacterial Agents: such as AnthraxBacterial Agents: such as AnthraxFungal Agents: such as Yeast, Mold, MushroomsFungal Agents: such as Yeast, Mold, MushroomsViral Agents: such as Ebola or SmallpoxViral Agents: such as Ebola or SmallpoxToxins: such as Ricin or BotulinumToxins: such as Ricin or Botulinum

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NFPA 6122122

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(3)


Potential environmental crimes associated with the Potential environmental crimes associated with the manufacture of illicit drugs / WMD materialsmanufacture of illicit drugs / WMD materials

Any Illicit Laboratory may produce s significant Any Illicit Laboratory may produce s significant amount of Chemical Toxic Waste.amount of Chemical Toxic Waste.

Securing and Preserving Scene includes:Securing and Preserving Scene includes:Prevent from Getting Larger,Prevent from Getting Larger,

Criminals will flush product down toilets, dump in Criminals will flush product down toilets, dump in sewers, street culverts, drainage ditches, even dump on sewers, street culverts, drainage ditches, even dump on

side of the road or in fields / woodsside of the road or in fields / woods

Notifications would Include EPA, DEP, Street Notifications would Include EPA, DEP, Street Department, Water and SewerDepartment, Water and Sewer

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NFPA 6123123

NFPA 6.9.4.1.2(3)

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NFPA 6.9.4.1.3


Given a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryGiven a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryincident, the operations level responder assigned toincident, the operations level responder assigned torespond to illicit laboratory incidents shall describerespond to illicit laboratory incidents shall describe

Joint agency crime scene operations, includingJoint agency crime scene operations, includingsupport to forensic crime scene processing teams.support to forensic crime scene processing teams.

It’s important to know that:It’s important to know that: First Responder Agencies perform and look First Responder Agencies perform and look at situations differently even though they are at situations differently even though they are all there to work together for a common goal.all there to work together for a common goal.

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Joint agency crime scene operations, includingJoint agency crime scene operations, includingsupport to forensic crime scene processing teams.support to forensic crime scene processing teams.

Responders need to be accountable for theirResponders need to be accountable for theiractions and perform only what is necessaryactions and perform only what is necessary

to make the area safe. Document all actions.to make the area safe. Document all actions.

Decontamination may need to beDecontamination may need to beestablished long term while theestablished long term while the

investigation takes place.investigation takes place.

Unified Command will assist with theUnified Command will assist with theIncident Action PlanIncident Action Plan

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Given a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryGiven a simulated illicit drug / WMD laboratoryincident, the operations level responder assigned toincident, the operations level responder assigned torespond to illicit laboratory incidents shall describerespond to illicit laboratory incidents shall describe

The policy and procedures for post–crime sceneThe policy and procedures for post–crime sceneprocessing and site remediation operations.processing and site remediation operations.

Must know LERP / SOP’s / SOG’sMust know LERP / SOP’s / SOG’sConsider as a Crime Scene which requires Consider as a Crime Scene which requires

constant Metering. Refer to Modules 4 and 6constant Metering. Refer to Modules 4 and 6(Chapter 6: 6.5 and 6.7)(Chapter 6: 6.5 and 6.7)

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The policy and procedures for post–crime sceneThe policy and procedures for post–crime sceneprocessing and site remediation operations.processing and site remediation operations.

Site Clean-up will probably be long term.Site Clean-up will probably be long term.It will be considered a It will be considered a “Crime Scene”“Crime Scene” so extra so extra

time and precautions will be made for time and precautions will be made for documentation purposes.documentation purposes.

Site may be contaminated requiring Detection Site may be contaminated requiring Detection and Sampling throughout operationsand Sampling throughout operations

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The operations level responder assigned to respondThe operations level responder assigned to respondto illicit laboratory incidents shall be able toto illicit laboratory incidents shall be able to

describe local procedures for performingdescribe local procedures for performingDecontamination upon completion of the illicitDecontamination upon completion of the illicit

laboratory mission.laboratory mission.

Must know LERP / SOP’s / SOG’sMust know LERP / SOP’s / SOG’sConsider all who come out of Hot Zone as Consider all who come out of Hot Zone as Contaminated. Refer to Modules 2 and 3Contaminated. Refer to Modules 2 and 3

(Chapter 6: 6.3 and 6.4)(Chapter 6: 6.3 and 6.4)

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Decontamination upon completion of the illicitDecontamination upon completion of the illicitlaboratory mission.laboratory mission.

Special Attention should be given to the Special Attention should be given to the additional requirements that are needed:additional requirements that are needed:

Decontamination of Law EnforcementDecontamination of Law EnforcementCriminals in CustodyCriminals in Custody

K-9’sK-9’s


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