Ohio Fire AcademyOHIO HazMat & WMD Awareness
For the First ResponderCourse Nos. 1746; 1751; 1753
Ohio Department of Commerce
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OhioHazmat & WMD Awareness
For The First Responder
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Course Information
• Course # 1746-2009-???
• Course Title WMD Awareness
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Introduction
• Who am I?
• Who are you?
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Agenda
• Introduction 30 minutes
• Responsibilities 60 minutes
• Understanding HM30 minutes
• R & ID 120 minutes
• The ERG 45 minutes
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Agenda (cont.)
• Resources 5 minutes
• Terrorism 60 minutes
• Decontamination 10 minutes
• Protective Clothing 2 hrs
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Introduction (cont.)
• Disclaimer
• Executive Annex
• Table of Contents
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Introduction (cont.)
• Course Description and ObjectivesOSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(6)(I)NFPAOffice of Domestic Preparedness
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Introduction (cont.)
• TerminologyHazardous MaterialsTerrorism
• Definitions
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UNIT ONE
Role and Responsibility of the First Responder
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Federal laws and standards
• Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA).
• 29 CFR 1910.120 and EPA 40 CFR part 311
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Five levels of training
AwarenessOperationsTechnicianSpecialistOn Scene Incident Commander
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First Responder Awareness
Responders at the awareness level are individuals who are likely to witness or
discover a hazardous substance release and who have been trained to initiate an
emergency response sequence by notifying the proper authorities of the release. They
would take no further action beyond notifying the authorities of the release.
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First Responder OperationResponders at the operations level are individuals
who respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of the initial
response to the site for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, property, or the environment from
the effects of the release. They are trained to respond in a defensive fashion without actually trying to stop the release. Their function is to
contain the release from a safe distance, keep it from spreading, and prevent exposures.
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Hazardous Material Technician
Individuals who respond to a release or potential releases for the purpose of
stopping the release. They assume a more aggressive role than the first
responder at the operations level in that they will approach the point of release in
order to plug, patch or otherwise stop the release of a hazardous substance.
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Hazardous Material Specialist
Individuals who respond with and provide support to hazardous materials technicians. Their duties parallel those of the hazardous materials technician, however, those duties require a more directed or specific knowledge of the various substances they may be called upon to contain.
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On Scene Incident Commander
Individuals who will assume control of the incident scene beyond the first responder awareness level. Incident commanders shall have received training equal to the operations level.
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What is my role as a First Responder at the
Awareness Level?
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First Responders must be able to perform basic:
• Recognition
• Identification
• Isolation/Protection
• Notification, and
• Initiation of the Incident Command System
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Recognition
• The First Responder must be able to recognize a hazardous materials incident.
RESPONDERS SHOULD NOT RUSH IN! IF YOU ARE HURT OR KILLED YOU CAN NOT
HELP ANYONE.
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Be Aware of any of the Following:• Vapor clouds• Smoke• Injured Persons• Environmental Damage• Evidence of explosive devices• Booby traps• Surrounding populations• Dispersion pathways• Suspicious persons around the scene
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Potential Ignition Sources
• Traffic and Emergency Vehicles• Open Flames• Flares• Lightening, or Static Discharges• Electrical Sources, Downed Power Lines• Flashlights and Two-Way Radios• Exothermic Chemical Reactions (Heat Producing)
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Identification• Six clues
Occupancy / LocationContainer Shapes and SizesMarkings and ColoringsPlacards / LabelsShipping Papers / Material Safety Data
Sheets /Facility Pre-PlansSenses / Employees / Witnesses
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It is not the responsibility of the first responder to disregard their own
personal safety for the identification of the hazard.
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THE FIRST RESPONDER SHOULD PROTECT
THEMSELVES FIRST!
Isolation / Protection Isolate the area by prohibiting accessMove un-injured & un-contaminated
people outside of the release areaIsolate anyone contaminated
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Isolation / Protection (cont.)
• Stop at a safe distance and use binoculars or such vision-enhancing device to assess the scene for placards or other clues.THE STOPPING POINT MAY BE DIFFERENT FOR EACH INCIDENT
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RESPONDERS MUST NOT EXCEED THEIR LEVEL OF
TRAINING AND PROTECTION.
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HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FIRST RESPONDERS TRAINED TO THE
AWARENESS LEVEL SHOULD NEVER PASS INTO THE
CONTAMINATED AREA OF THE RELEASE FOR ANY REASON
OUTSIDE OF DUTY TO SAVE LIVES.
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Notification• Fire Departments• Police Departments• Sheriff’s Offices• Highway Patrol• Emergency Medical Services (EMS)• Hazardous Material Response Teams• FBI (WMD Related Incidents)• Environmental Protection Agency• Public Health Departments• Public Utilities Commission• Environmental Clean-up Companies
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What they need to know• The chemical name, placard and/or U.N.
number with a description of the incident.• Weather conditions and wind direction• Status of the hazardous material container
(stable, leaking, burning, etc.,)
• The location impacted (residential, commercial, industrial, etc.,)
• Victim’ s injuries
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Incident Command
The role of the Incident Commander (IC) will be assumed by the appropriate authority, as designated by state or local law. In many cases, the IC will be the most senior public safety officer (most likely the fire department chief or deputy chief; however, in many circumstances it may be a local sheriff or senior local or state police official). As such, it is the responsibility of the IC to establish the Incident Command System (ICS) and to ensure that notifications of the above mentioned responders have been made or are in the process of being made. As the referenced agencies arrive, the IC will evolve into a Unified Command, as necessary.
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The Incident CommanderThe Ohio Revised Code 3737.80 specifies: “In any emergency situation relating to the prevention of an imminent
release of a hazardous material, to the cleanup or disposal of a hazardous material that has been released, or to the related mitigation of the effects of a release of a hazardous material, the chief of the fire department in whose jurisdiction the emergency situation is occurring or his designee is responsible for primary coordination of the on-scene activities of all agencies of the state, the United States government, and political subdivisions that are responding to the emergency situation until the chief relinquishes that responsibility to a representative of one of the responding public agencies and so notifies that representative.”
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Incident Command System
INCIDENTCOMMANDER
OPERATIONS PLANNING LOGISTICS
PUBLICINFORMATION
OFFICER
SAFETY OFFICER
LIAISONOFFICER
FINANCE &ADMINISTRATION
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Incident Commander – Title used under the emergency response training section of OSHA 29 CFR, Part 1910.120.
INCIDENTCOMMANDER
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Safety Officer – Tasked with the responsibility to maintain the health and safety issues of site operations. He shall have the authority to Suspend, Alter, or Terminate any operations that are determined to be unsafe or immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH)
SAFETY OFFICER
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PIO – Their purpose is to make contact with the media and the general public. They will release information regarding site activities.
PUBLIC INFORMATION
OFFICER
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Liaison – Serves as the contact between the Incident Commander and other governmental and/or private organizational personnel.
LIAISONOFFICER
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Finance/Administration – The Financial Officer provides the necessary financial guidance and contractual support that may be necessary during a large incident.
FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION
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Logistics – Oversees the delivery of the manpower, supplies and/or the equipment to effectively control the incident site.
LOGISTICS
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LOGISTICS
PublicTransportation
American Red Cross
Service Support
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Planning – Develops an emergency action plan and monitors the success of the established plan.
PLANNING
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PLANNING
EPA Public Works EMA Health
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Operations – Directs the activities of the team leaders within the site and coordinates these activities with the I.C.
OPERATIONS
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OPERATIONS
Fire EMS Haz-Mat
Staging
TriageTreatmentTransport
EPASuppression
Law Enforcement
Crowd ControlScene Security
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Unified Command
• New Federal Guidelines
• National Incident Management System (NIMS)
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Response Procedures
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Emergency Response Plans
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ICS Summary
• The first fifteen minutes on the scene of a hazardous materials incident will set the stage for the remaining response. If the initial response is safe and appropriate and the first responder fulfills their duty to recognize, identify, isolate, protect, notify and establish command then the subsequent responders can build upon this foundation and safely mitigate the hazard.
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UNIT ONE TEST
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UNIT TWO
Understanding Hazardous Materials
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Potential OutcomesTRACEM
• Thermal (Fire and/or Explosion)
• Radiological
• Chemical exposure
• Asphyxiation (Oxygen Deficiency)
• Etiological (Biological Hazards)
• Mechanical
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Thermal (Fire and/or Explosion)
• Heat from a fire or the heat released by a chemical reaction
• Extreme cold, such as liquefied gas or cryogenic liquids
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RadiologicalRadiological
Alpha - Most damaging, but least penetratingHazard – InternalShielding – Paper, dead layer of skin, travels 1 to 2 cm in air
+ +
Beta - Small particle; low penetrationHazard - Primarily external, but also internalShielding - Plastic, safety glasses, travels several feet in air
- -
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• Neutron - Highly penetrating• Hazard - External - most external dose due to
gamma• Shielding – plastic, water N
Gamma / X - Highly penetratingHazard - External - most external dose due to gammaShielding - Lead, steel, concrete, thick layers of water
Radiological (cont.)Radiological (cont.)
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Characteristics of RadiationCharacteristics of Radiation
Example of the penetrating power of the various types of ionizing radiation
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Asphyxiation
• Oxygen Deficiency
• Chemical Reaction THE RELEASE OF CERTAIN PRODUCTS (I.E. NITROGEN) CAN DEPLETE THE OXYGEN LEVEL BELOW SURVIVAL LIMITS.
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Chemical
• Toxic or poisonous effects
• Destructive effects from the exposure of the chemical on human tissue
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Etiological
• Bacteria
• Viruses
Bacillus anthracis
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Mechanical
• Debris
• Excessive percussion (Noise)
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Routes of exposure
• Inhalation
• Ingestion
• Absorption
• Injection
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Inhalation
• Nose
• Throat
• Trachea
• Lungs
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Ingestion
• Mouth
• Throat
• Esophagus
• Stomach
• Intestines
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Absorption
• Eyes
• Skin
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Injection
• Needles
• Projectiles
• Shards
• Nails
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Exposure to Hazards
• Acute
• Chronic
• Both types of exposures can have acute (immediate) and/or chronic (long term) effects.
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Terrorist Events
• Intentional release
• Secondary devices
• Inflict mass casualties
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Terrorist Chemical Agents• Choking Agents• Blood Agents• Blister Agents• Nerve Agents
The symptoms of these exposures can range from a runny nose to rapid death and are considered to be available to terrorist groups worldwide.
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Emergency Medical Care
Treatment only after emergency decon
“Safety First”
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Emergency Decon
If a rescue is attempted and is successful • the victim and the rescuer should be flushed
with copious amounts of water
• Strip their outer level of clothing • await hazardous materials operations level
responders to arrive
THE RESCUER NOW BECOMES A VICTIM BECAUSE OF UNKNOWN HAZARD
EXPOSURE!!!
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UNIT TWO TEST
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UNIT THREE
The Ability to Recognize and Identify Hazardous Materials
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Clues of hazardous materials
• Six Basic Clues of Hazardous MaterialsOccupancy and/or LocationContainer Shape and SizeMarkings and ColoringsPlacards and Label DescriptionsShipping Papers and MSDSHuman Senses
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Occupancy and/or Location
• Fixed site facility
• Transportation sources
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Fixed Site Facilities can include:
• Farms• Residential Areas• Power Plants• Medical Facilities• School Labs and Research Facilities• Manufacturing Plants• Chemical Plants• Clandestine Drug Labs
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Farms
• Pesticides
• Herbicides
• Anhydrous Ammonia
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Residential Areas
• Pool Chemicals
• Household Cleaning Chemicals
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Power Plants
• Nuclear Fuel
• Radioactive Waste from Reactors
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Medical facilities
• Radioactive Medicines
• Resonance Imaging Equipment
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School labs and Research Facilities
• Chemical Research
• Biological Research
• Nuclear Research
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• Manufacturing Plants
• Chemical Production Plants
• Storage Facilities
• Disposal Facilities
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Clandestine Drug/WMD Labs• Heavy Chemical Odors
Sulfur Anhydrous AmmoniaLye Red Phosphorus
• Fortified Appearance to Location• Occupants come outside to smoke• Unusual Traffic at all hours• Abnormal amounts of common products
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DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING!.
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Transportation Sources
Rail
Air
Marine
Pipeline
Highway
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Rail
• Active or Abandoned
• List of telephone numbers for immediate contact
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Air
• Usually smaller packages
• Formidable terrorist target
• Crop dusters
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Marine
• Large quantities
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Pipeline
• Natural Gas
• Crude Oil
• Gasoline
• Diesel
• Heating Oil
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Highway
Responders are more likely to have a hazardous incident related to highway
transportation than with any other mode..
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Container Shape and Size
• Individual containers
• Bulk transport containersFound in the NAERG
• Bulk storage containers
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Tanks and Containers
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DOT/MC 306Non-pressure Tank
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DOT/MC 307Low Pressure Chemical Tank
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MC-312Corrosive Liquid Tank
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MC-331High Pressure Tank
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MC-338Cryogenic Liquid Tank
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Compressed Gas/Tube Trailer
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Dry Bulk Cargo Tanker
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Inter-Modal Containers
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RAILROAD CARS
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Railroad Tank CarsPressure
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Railroad Tank CarsNon-pressure
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Railroad Tank CarsOther
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Railroad Tanks CarsOthers (cont.)
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Storage Containers
Storage Containers
(cont.)
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Storage Containers
(cont.)
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Drums
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Markings and Colorings
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 704 System
• Hazardous Materials Information System (HMIS)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 704
System
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Hazardous Materials Information System (HMIS)
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Placards and Labels
UN Hazard Classification System
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United NationsHAZARD CLASSES
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UN Hazard Classes
• Nine Classes
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Class 1 Explosives
• 1.1 Mass Explosives Dynamite
• 1.2 Projection Hazards Flares
• 1.3 Mass Fire Hazards Display Fireworks
• 1.4 Minor Hazards Ammunition
• 1.5 Very Insensitive Blasting Agents
• 1.6 Extremely Insensitive Explosive Devices
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Class 2 Compressed Gasses
• 2.1 Flammable GasesPropane
• 2.2 Non-Flammable GasesHelium
• 2.3 Poisonous/Toxic GasesFluorine, Compressed
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Class 3 Flammable Liquids
• Flammable LiquidsGasoline
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Class 4 Flammable Solids
• 4.1 Flammable Solids Magnesium
• 4.2 Spontaneously Combustible White Phosphorus
• 4.3 Spontaneously Combustible When WetSodium
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Class 5 Oxidizers/Organic Peroxides
• 5.1 OxidizersAmmonium Nitrate
• 5.2 Organic PeroxidesMethyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide
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Class 6 Toxic Materials and Infectious Substances
• 6.1 Poison (Toxic Material)Potassium Cyanide
• 6.2 Infectious SubstancesAnthrax Virus
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Class 7 Radioactive materials
• RadioactiveUranium
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Class 8 Corrosives
• CorrosivesBattery Fluid
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Class 9 Miscellaneous• Miscellaneous Hazardous Materials
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
• ORM-D (Other Regulated Material-Domestic)Food Flavorings, Medicines
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Associated Placard Colors
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Dangerous Placard
• First Responders will have no idea what hazardous materials are being transported when the DANGEROUS placard is being used.
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Shipping Papers and MSDSs
• Must be available in all modes of transportation or any business or industry.
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Shipping Papers
• RailWay BillConsist
• HighwayBill of LadingFreight BillManifest
• AirAir Bill
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MSDSs
• MSDSAmmoniaSulfuric Acid
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Human Senses
Never deliberately use your own sense of taste or smell to identify a hazardous material; however don’t forget that a victim or witness may have already used these senses and may be of great benefit if asked what the product smelled like and how they are feeling.
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UNIT THREE QUIZ
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Unit Four
The Emergency Response Guidebook
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Unit Four Quiz
• Student Manual Page 71
• Answer the questions with information obtained by utilizing the following clip and your ERG
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The ERG Performance Evaluation
• Appendix C
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Unit Five
Recognition of Additional Resources
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Unit Six
Recognizing Terrorist Activities
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Terrorism Clues
• Occupancy
• Type of event
• Timing of the incident
• On-scene warning signs
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Occupancy
• Government Buildings
• Schools
• Religious Buildings
• Public Assembly Points
• Mass Transit Systems
• Places with High Economic Impact
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Occupancy (cont.)
• Military Installations
• Financial Institutions
• Entertainment Facilities
• Hospitals
• Utilities
• Places of Historical or Symbolic Significance
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Type of EventPolitical Rallies
Timing of the IncidentHolidays, BirthdaysCelebrationsRecent Known Threats
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On scene warning signs
• Suspicious persons leaving the area
• Suspicious vehicles in the area
• Signs and symptoms of WMD agents
• Secondary devices discovered
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Target Analysis
1. Ethnic, separatist
2. Extreme Issue
3. Foreign Terrorist
4. Right or Left wing extremeist
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Sources for WMD agents
• Home production
• Laboratory production
• Industrial facilities
• Military
• Medical/university research facilities
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Indicators of WMD Attack
• Primary IndicatorsSymptoms of victimsMass casualtiesCasualty patternDissemination deviceWarning given or credit taken
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Indicators of WMD Attack (cont.)
• Secondary IndicatorsDead animals or birdsStatements of the victimsThings out of place
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Recognition of WMD / Hazmat Incident
• Chemical
• Biological
• Nuclear
• Radiological
• ExplosiveIncendiary
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Chemical
• RecognitionThe six cluesVictim signs and symptoms
• Threats & RisksUsually a liquid when containerizedMay boil at low temperatures and become
gasesNormally disseminated as gasses or aerosolsMost are influenced by weather conditions
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Chemical (cont.)
• Basic Protection MeasuresSCBA onlyPPEDecontamination
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Biological
• RecognitionLarge influx of callsSimilar signs and symptoms
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Biological (cont.)• Threats & Risks
Do not penetrate unbroken skinNon-volatileAre more toxic than chemicals by weightAre undetectable by human sensesHave limited field detectionDisseminated as aerosolsEffects range from skin disorder to deathAll are obtained from natureAre relatively easy to produceHave a delayed effect
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Biological (cont.)
• Basic ProtectionSCBAAPR with HEPA filterProtective clothingGood sanitationDecontamination
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Radiological/Nuclear
• RecognitionDirty BombsSmall explosions that create dusts
• Threats & RisksAlpha particlesBeta particlesGamma Radiation
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Nuclear (cont.)
• RisksThe total amount of radiation receivedThe dose rateThe specific type of radiation
• Health risksExposure IngestionExternal contamination Internal contamination
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Nuclear (cont.)
• Basic ProtectionTimeDistanceShielding
• SCBA• APR• PPE• Decon
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Explosive
• RecognitionVehiclesPipe bombsSatchel devicesIEDs
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Explosives(cont.)
• Threats & RisksBlast Pressure (Positive & Negative)FragmentationThermal
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Explosive (cont.)
• Basic Protection Measures• Watch out for:
Abandoned containers Incidents preceded by a written or verbal
threatTrip wires / booby trapsSuspicious mailingsStrong chemical odorsDevices containing unknown itemsMultiple explosions
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Incendiary
• RecognitionRoad flaresGasoline and motor oilLight bulbsCommon electrical componentsMatchesHousehold chemicalsFireworksPropane and butane cylindersPlastic pipes, bottles and cans
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Incendiary (cont.)
• Threats & RisksBasic types of incendiary devices
• Chemical• Electronic• Mechanical
Delivery of incendiary devices• Hand thrown• Stationary• Propelled
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Incendiary (cont.)
• Basic Protection MeasuresPPEObservation of:
• Secondary timed devices• Multiple fire locations• Signs of accelerants• Flammable liquid containers• Splatter patterns• Fusing residue
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RESPONDERS SHOULD ALWAYS BE OBSERVANT
OF SECONDARY DEVICES!!
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Potential Outcomes for Terrorist CBRNE Event• Thousands of casualties
• Residual contamination
• Overwhelmed emergency services
• Disrupted municipal functions
• Panic and confusion
• Loss of faith in the responders
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Role of the First Responder Awareness at
WMD / Hazmat Incident
• Recognition and identification
• Protect themselves and others
• Notify authorities
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Basic Isolation Procedures for WMD / Hazmat
• Isolate the area for protection and pending arrival of proper authorities.
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Protection of WMD Crime Scene
• Remain extremely vigilant
• You may be called upon to testify
• Try to retain the evidentiary value of everything
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Additional Contacts during WMD Incident
• Who are you going to call?FBIState Responders
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UNIT SIX QUIZ
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Unit Seven
Decontamination
Can First Responders Do Decon!
• If it can be done safely!
• Contaminated live victims should receive immediate emergency decon.
Live Patients Can’t Wait for Technical Decon to Arrive!
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Four Types of Decon
• Emergency Decon (Gross)• Mass Decon (Gross)• Technical Decon• Hospital Decon
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Decontamination
• Emergency Decontamination ProcedureWetStripFlushCover
WET
STRIP
FLUSH
COVER
Emergency Gross DeconEmergency Gross Decon
• Ambulatory Patients Should Receive Directed Self-Decon
• Use tepid, low pressure water
• Remove Clothing - 80% of contaminant is on clothing
Wet
Strip
Flush
Cover
Emergency Gross DeconEmergency Gross Decon
• Avoid overspray & splashing
• If corrosives, flush affected area for 15-20 minutes
• Control Runoff, if possible. If not, then grassy area.
Wet
Strip
Flush
Cover
TransportTransport
• Always provide Gross Decon before Transport
• Minimize Secondary Respiratory Threat
• DO NOT cover doors and windows
• Open Windows, Vents and Exhaust to Exchange Air
BE SURE TO NOTIFY THE HOSPITAL IN ADVANCE!
Emergency vs. Mass DeconEmergency vs. Mass Decon
Mass Decon is Emergency Decon for More People!
Main Purposes of Mass Decontamination
• Protect response and medical personnel
• Remove chemical agent from Contaminated victims
• Limit spread of contamination
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Time is Critical!
That will cause the least harm Use the fastest approach And do the most good For the majority of the people!
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Mass Casualty Decon General Principles
• Expect at least a 5:1 ratio of unaffected to affected casualties
• Decontaminate victims as soon as possible
• Disrobing (head to toe) is decontamination, more removal is better
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Mass Casualty Decon General Principles
• Water flushing generally is the best mass decon method
• After a known exposure to a chemical agent, emergency responders should be decontaminated as soon as possible.
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Decontamination for Contaminated First Responders
• Contaminated clothing and equipment must be bagged and tagged
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Appendix “A”
PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the general term given to the
protective clothing that is worn during a response to an incident.
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Levels of Protection
LEVEL A• Vapor tight suit
• SCBA or Supplied Air
• HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROTECTION
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Levels of Protection
LEVEL B• Splash Suit
• SCBA or Supplied Air
• Next to highest level of protection
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Levels of Protection
LEVEL C• Splash Suit
• Cartridge or canister APR
• Minimal level of protection
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Levels of Protection
LEVEL D• Work uniforms
• Minimum protection
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KNOWING THE SUIT’S KNOWING THE SUIT’S LIMITATIONS IS LIMITATIONS IS
IMPORTANT FOR THE IMPORTANT FOR THE SAFETY OF THE SAFETY OF THE
RESPONDERRESPONDER
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The State of Ohio Security Task Force (SOSTF) has made available the First Responder
Kit for escape from a hazardous materials incident
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PURPOSE1. Personal protective clothing protects
From the rapid movement of a hazardous release
From accidental contact with a contaminated victim
2. The APR is donned for
!!!! ESCAPE PURPOSES ONLY!!ESCAPE PURPOSES ONLY!!
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CAUTION!
IN NO WAY DOES THIS EQUIPMENT INCREASE THE ROLE AND
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE FIRST RESPONDER LEVEL AS DEFINED!
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Respiratory Protection Standards
OSHA – employers are required to develop and implement a written respiratory protection program
(29 CFR 1910.134)
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program
Must consist of the following criteria:
• Policy & Procedures
• Selection criteria for PPE
• Maintenance & Storage
• Decon & Disposal
• Training & Fitting
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program
Additionally:
• Donning & Doffing Procedures
• Inspection Procedures
• PPE Hazards & Limitations
• Program Elevation
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PPE & Respiratory Protection Training
When you are provided with the First Responder Kit for hazardous materials response, you will be “fit-tested” and
given further training in the use of this equipment.
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 196
Appendix “A”
PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 197
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the general term given to the
protective clothing that is worn during a response to an incident.
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 198
Levels of Protection
LEVEL A• Vapor tight suit
• SCBA or Supplied Air
• HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROTECTION
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 199
Levels of Protection
LEVEL B• Splash Suit
• SCBA or Supplied Air
• Next to highest level of protection
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 200
Levels of Protection
LEVEL C• Splash Suit
• Cartridge or canister APR
• Minimal level of protection
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 201
Levels of Protection
LEVEL D• Work uniforms
• Minimum protection
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 202
KNOWING THE SUIT’S KNOWING THE SUIT’S LIMITATIONS IS LIMITATIONS IS
IMPORTANT FOR THE IMPORTANT FOR THE SAFETY OF THE SAFETY OF THE
RESPONDERRESPONDER
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 203
The State of Ohio Security Task Force (SOSTF) has made available the First Responder
Kit for escape from a hazardous materials incident
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 204
PURPOSE1. Personal protective clothing protects
From the rapid movement of a hazardous release
From accidental contact with a contaminated victim
2. The APR is donned for
!!!! ESCAPE PURPOSES ONLY!!ESCAPE PURPOSES ONLY!!
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 205
CAUTION!
IN NO WAY DOES THIS EQUIPMENT INCREASE THE ROLE AND
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE FIRST RESPONDER LEVEL AS DEFINED!
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 206
Respiratory Protection Standards
OSHA – employers are required to develop and implement a written respiratory protection program
(29 CFR 1910.134)
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 207
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program
Must consist of the following criteria:
• Policy & Procedures
• Selection criteria for PPE
• Maintenance & Storage
• Decon & Disposal
• Training & Fitting
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 208
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program
Additionally:
• Donning & Doffing Procedures
• Inspection Procedures
• PPE Hazards & Limitations
• Program Elevation
HazMat/WMD Awareness Appendix slide 209
PPE & Respiratory Protection Training
When you are provided with the First Responder Kit for hazardous materials response, you will be “fit-tested” and
given further training in the use of this equipment.
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