Course Information
Hazardous Materials Operations for WMD-Haz Mat Emergencies
Scope/Overview:
Provides skill development necessary to safely and effectively respond to, contain, and control incidents involving hazardous substances in a defensive manner.Course Length:
40 hoursKey Topic(s):
- Properties of Hazardous Substances
- Recognition and Identification
- Command and Control
- Personnel Protective Equipment
- Hazardous Analysis and Risk Assessment
- Container Assessment and Handling
- Decontamination Procedures
Prerequisite(s):
- Hazardous Materials Awareness for WMD-HazMat Emergencies Certification
Accredited Certification Level:
IFSAC Accredited Certification. The exam requires an additional eight (8) hours upon completion.Standard(s) Met:
- NFPA 472, Standard on Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents, (4.1.2.2), OSHA (29 CFR 1910.120q), EPA (40 CFR 31, Office of Domestic Preparedness, Emergency Responder Guidelines, 2002.
Student Equipment:
- NFPA compliant protective clothing; SCBA
