Hazardous Materials Hazardous Materials ResponseResponse

Henderson Fire DepartmentHenderson Fire Department

Tactical StandardTactical Standard77thth Edition Edition

ObjectivesObjectives

Explain Operations Level responsibilitiesExplain Operations Level responsibilities Identify Technician Level responsibilitiesIdentify Technician Level responsibilities Identify hazmat jurisdictional Incident Command Identify hazmat jurisdictional Incident Command

responsibilities responsibilities Describe the 3 levels of hazmat incidentsDescribe the 3 levels of hazmat incidents Name the resources utilized to identify hazardous Name the resources utilized to identify hazardous

materialsmaterials Recognize common hazmat containersRecognize common hazmat containers Define isolation perimeter, initial isolation zone and Define isolation perimeter, initial isolation zone and

protective action distanceprotective action distance Explain the 3 scene control zonesExplain the 3 scene control zones Describe defensive control actionsDescribe defensive control actions

Objectives continuedObjectives continued

Identify the differences between gross decon, Identify the differences between gross decon, emergency decon, technical (formal) decon, and mass emergency decon, technical (formal) decon, and mass decon.decon.

Define the 3 hazmat incident strategiesDefine the 3 hazmat incident strategies Explain the difference between immediate concerns Explain the difference between immediate concerns

and primary objectivesand primary objectives Identify the 9 DOT/UN Hazard classesIdentify the 9 DOT/UN Hazard classes Define a polymerization reaction Define a polymerization reaction Explain the management components of a hazmat Explain the management components of a hazmat

incidentincident Utilize Hazmat IQ systemUtilize Hazmat IQ system

OverviewOverview

Henderson Fire Hazmat TrainingHenderson Fire Hazmat Training Hazmat PotentialHazmat Potential Training LevelTraining Level Incident Command ResponsibilitiesIncident Command Responsibilities Note: Hazmat Technician Level Training is conducted Note: Hazmat Technician Level Training is conducted

through the Training Division and the members of the through the Training Division and the members of the Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT) at Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT) at station 98. Hazmat Technician tactical standards are station 98. Hazmat Technician tactical standards are beyond the scope of this chapter.beyond the scope of this chapter.

Incident LevelsIncident Levels

Level I IncidentLevel I Incident HFD onlyHFD only

Level II IncidentLevel II Incident Hazmat TeamHazmat Team

Level III IncidentLevel III Incident State or FedsState or Feds

Identifying HazmatIdentifying Hazmat

Marking SystemsMarking Systems DOT/UN Marking SystemDOT/UN Marking System NFPA 704NFPA 704

DOT/UN Marking SystemDOT/UN Marking System

9 Hazard Classes9 Hazard Classes 3 Packing Groups3 Packing Groups PlacardsPlacards LabelsLabels 2 Tables2 Tables Identification NumbersIdentification Numbers

NFPA 704 SystemNFPA 704 System

Reportable Quantity (RQ)Reportable Quantity (RQ)

5 Categories5 Categories National Response Center (NRC)National Response Center (NRC)

Information ResourcesInformation Resources

Hazmat IQ System (HMIQ)Hazmat IQ System (HMIQ) Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) NIOSH Pocket Guide (NPG)NIOSH Pocket Guide (NPG) Cameo Chemical SoftwareCameo Chemical Software WISER onlineWISER online Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Shipping PapersShipping Papers PEAC SoftwarePEAC Software

Scene ControlScene Control

Isolation PerimeterIsolation Perimeter Solids – 75ftSolids – 75ft Liquids – 150ftLiquids – 150ft Gases – 330ftGases – 330ft Explosives – ½ mile (800 yards)Explosives – ½ mile (800 yards)

Initial Isolation ZoneInitial Isolation Zone Protective Action ZoneProtective Action Zone Hazard Control ZonesHazard Control Zones

Hot, Warm, ColdHot, Warm, Cold

Isolation PerimeterIsolation Perimeter

Unknown ChemicalUnknown Chemical Solids – 75ftSolids – 75ft Liquids – 150ftLiquids – 150ft Gases – 330ftGases – 330ft Explosives – ½ mile (800 yards)Explosives – ½ mile (800 yards)

Initial Isolation ZoneInitial Isolation Zone ERGERG

Known ChemicalKnown Chemical Less than 30 minutes & not on fireLess than 30 minutes & not on fire

Protective Action ZoneProtective Action Zone ERGERG

Less than 30 minutes & not on fireLess than 30 minutes & not on fire

EvacuationEvacuation Shelter-in-placeShelter-in-place

Hazard Control ZonesHazard Control Zones HotHot Warm (contamination reduction zone)Warm (contamination reduction zone) Cold Zone (support)Cold Zone (support)

Spill Control/ConfinementSpill Control/Confinement

AbsorptionAbsorption Blanketing/CoveringBlanketing/Covering Dike/Dam/Diversion/RetentionDike/Dam/Diversion/Retention Vapor SuppressionVapor Suppression VentilationVentilation Vapor DispersionVapor Dispersion DilutionDilution DissolutionDissolution

Spill Control/ConfinementSpill Control/ConfinementHFD Tech Level HFD Tech Level

Control/Confinement TacticsControl/Confinement Tactics PluggingPlugging PatchingPatching Over packingOver packing A-B-C KitsA-B-C Kits

DecontaminationDecontamination 4 Types4 Types

Gross DeconGross Decon Emergency DeconEmergency Decon Technical (formal) DeconTechnical (formal) Decon Mass Decon (wet & dry)Mass Decon (wet & dry)

Gross DeconGross Decon

Emergency DeconEmergency Decon HFD Emergency Decon ProcedureHFD Emergency Decon Procedure

HFD Entry Team

Hot ZoneWarm ZoneCold Zone

Cleaning Team

Victim

Litter Team

Rescue Crew

Clothes, PPE & Equip.

Emergency Decon – Emergency Decon – Single Engine EntrySingle Engine EntryHFD

Entry Team

Hot ZoneWarm ZoneCold Zone

Cleaning Team

Victim

Rescue Crew

Clothes, PPE & Equip.

HFD

Technical (formal) DeconTechnical (formal) Decon

Mass Decon (wet)Mass Decon (wet)

Warm Zone Hot ZoneCold Zone

Mass Decon (dry)Mass Decon (dry)

3 Hazmat Strategies3 Hazmat Strategies

Non-interventionNon-intervention DefensiveDefensive OffensiveOffensive

*Exceptions are three mission specific compentencies

Immediate Concerns & Immediate Concerns & Primary ObjectivesPrimary Objectives

Immediate Concerns (Ops level)Immediate Concerns (Ops level) Isolate the area & deny entryIsolate the area & deny entry Evacuate or shelter-in-placeEvacuate or shelter-in-place Dike/dam/divert runoffDike/dam/divert runoff Eliminate ignition sourcesEliminate ignition sources Cool tanks if appropriateCool tanks if appropriate

Primary Objectives (typically not Ops level)Primary Objectives (typically not Ops level) Extinguish firesExtinguish fires Control gas or vapor cloudsControl gas or vapor clouds Stop leaks (plug or patch)Stop leaks (plug or patch) Turn off valvesTurn off valves

Hazard ClassesHazard Classes

1.1. ExplosivesExplosives2.2. GasesGases3.3. Flammable & Combustible LiquidsFlammable & Combustible Liquids4.4. Flammable Solids, Dangerous When Wet & Flammable Solids, Dangerous When Wet &

Spontaneously CombustibleSpontaneously Combustible5.5. Oxidizers and Organic PeroxidesOxidizers and Organic Peroxides6.6. Poisonous (Toxic) and InfectiousPoisonous (Toxic) and Infectious7.7. RadioactiveRadioactive8.8. CorrosiveCorrosive9.9. MiscellaneousMiscellaneous

Class 1 - ExplosivesClass 1 - Explosives

Identification (1.1 – 1.6)Identification (1.1 – 1.6) Initial Isolation Perimeter = ½ mileInitial Isolation Perimeter = ½ mile Explosive incident – no fireExplosive incident – no fire Explosive incident – involving fireExplosive incident – involving fire Explosives detonatedExplosives detonated

Class 2 GasesClass 2 Gases

Identification: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3Identification: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 Initial Isolation Perimeter = Gases 330ftInitial Isolation Perimeter = Gases 330ft Bleve concernBleve concern Do not extinguish flame from relief valveDo not extinguish flame from relief valve Flammable gas incidentsFlammable gas incidents

No fire or with fireNo fire or with fire LPG leaksLPG leaks Natural gas leaks in a homeNatural gas leaks in a home Natural gas leaks outsideNatural gas leaks outside

Class 3 Flammable & Class 3 Flammable & Combustible LiquidsCombustible Liquids IdentificationIdentification Initial Isolation Perimeter = Liquids 150ftInitial Isolation Perimeter = Liquids 150ft Flammable & Combustible Liquid IncidentsFlammable & Combustible Liquid Incidents

No fireNo fire Involving fireInvolving fire

Class 4 Flammable Solids, Class 4 Flammable Solids, Dangerous When Wet, Dangerous When Wet, Spontaneous CombustiblesSpontaneous Combustibles Identification: 4.1, 4.2, 4.3Identification: 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ftInitial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ft Incidents Involving Class 4 MaterialsIncidents Involving Class 4 Materials

No fireNo fire Involving fireInvolving fire

Class 5 Oxidizers and Class 5 Oxidizers and Organic PeroxidesOrganic Peroxides

Identification: 5.1 & 5.2Identification: 5.1 & 5.2 Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ft, Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ft,

Liquids 150ftLiquids 150ft Incidents Involving Class 5 MaterialsIncidents Involving Class 5 Materials

No fireNo fire Involving fireInvolving fire

Class 6 Poisonous & Class 6 Poisonous & Infectious Materials (Toxic)Infectious Materials (Toxic)

Identification: 6.1 & 6.2Identification: 6.1 & 6.2 Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ft, Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ft,

Liquids 150ftLiquids 150ft Incidents Involving Class 6 SubstancesIncidents Involving Class 6 Substances

No fireNo fire Involving fireInvolving fire

Class 7 RadioactiveClass 7 Radioactive

3 Types: Alpha, Beta & Gamma3 Types: Alpha, Beta & Gamma Identification: Radioactive I, II, IIIIdentification: Radioactive I, II, III 2 Packaging Categories: Type A & B2 Packaging Categories: Type A & B Initial Isolation Perimeter = Start at 330ft – refer Initial Isolation Perimeter = Start at 330ft – refer

to ERGto ERG Incidents Involving Radioactive MaterialIncidents Involving Radioactive Material

ALARAALARA No fireNo fire Involving fireInvolving fire

Class 8 CorrosivesClass 8 Corrosives

Identification: pH, placard, researchIdentification: pH, placard, research Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ft, Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solids 75ft,

Liquids 150ftLiquids 150ft Incidents Involving CorrosivesIncidents Involving Corrosives

No fireNo fire Involving fireInvolving fire

Class 9 MiscellaneousClass 9 Miscellaneous

Identification: placard (black & white Identification: placard (black & white vertical stripes on top – solid white lower)vertical stripes on top – solid white lower)

Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solid 75ft, Initial Isolation Perimeter = Solid 75ft, Liquid 150ft, Gases 330ftLiquid 150ft, Gases 330ft

PolymerizationPolymerization

Identification: Identification: ““P” after ERG guide number, P” after ERG guide number, Presence of “=“ sign in formula, Presence of “=“ sign in formula, Stated in Incompatibilities/Reactivities (NIOSH), Stated in Incompatibilities/Reactivities (NIOSH), Heat gun (increasing temp)Heat gun (increasing temp)

Incidents involving a polymerization reactionIncidents involving a polymerization reaction Isolate area & deny entryIsolate area & deny entry Confirm polymerizationConfirm polymerization Identify materialIdentify material Evacuate areaEvacuate area

Managing Hazmat Managing Hazmat IncidentIncident

Basic ResponseBasic Response Know your limitationsKnow your limitations Dispatch informationDispatch information Additional informationAdditional information ResourcesResources Pre-entry observation stopPre-entry observation stop ArrivalArrival

Hazmat IQHazmat IQ

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