Which consensus-based standard describes the hazardous materials training competencies for operational level responders?
NFPA 472
What did the
... [Show More] superfund amendments and requthorizations act of 1986 (SARA) do?
Created a standard practice for a local community to understand and be aware of chemical hazards within the community.
What does CFR stand for?
Code of Federal Regulations
Generally, hazardous materials incidents are handled _____________ than structural firefighting.
more deliberate
What are the different levels of Hazmat responder accreditation?
Awareness level - operations level - technician/specialist level - incident commander
The initial operational priorities for a hazmat scenario are based on the acronym SIN. What does that stand for?
Safety
Isolate
Notify
Dewar containers are used to store __________
Cryogenic cold materials
What is the volume range of carboys?
5-15 gallons
What is the rating range for the 704 placards?
0-4
How many hazardous material classes are there?
9
If vapors are being produced, which definition would you use to find out what percentage of air-to-fuel mixture would be required for the vapors to ignite?
Flammable Range
What are the 3 physical states of matter?
solids, liquids, gas
What are the 3 main types of stress caused container failures?
Thermal, Chemical, Mechanical
What is "an expression of the minimum temperature at which a liquid or solid gives off sufficient vapors for ignition?"
Flash point
If a liquid has a specific gravity of 3, that substance will ________
sink
Large volume containers are defined by their internal capacity based on ___________ (Select all that apply).
A) maximum capacity greater than 450 Liters (119 gallons)
B) liquid mass capacity of 1000 liters (265 gallons) and 490 kg (1080 pounds)
C) water capacity greater than 454 kg (1000 pounds) at a receptacle for a gas
D) minimum internal capacity of 1000 gallons and a maximum of 40,000 gallons
A and C
What is the capacity and the internal working pressure of the IM-101?
6300 gallons with a working pressure between 25.4 psi and 100 psi
What are some characteristics of the MC-306/DOT 406 cargo tank (select all that apply)?
A) can carry between 6000 and 10,000 gallons
B) non-pressurized
C) off load through valves at the bottom of the tank
D) is only certified to carry and transport fuel products
A, B, and C
What are the internal operating pressures of the MC-312/ DOT 412?
15 psi to 25 psi
What is the capacity range of the MC-331?
1000 gallons to 11,000 gallons
What are the 3 zone types?
Hot, warm, cold
What is the other term used to identify zone types?
Exclusionary, contamination reduction, outer perimeter
What are the major factors to consider when deciding to whether to evacuate or use shelter in place as a strategy (select all that apply)...
A) the expected duration of the incident
B) toxicity of the material
C) availability of state patrol
D) amount of time available to avoid the oncoming threat
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