BBHFR

OVERVIEW
The purpose of this unit is to provide trainees with a general understanding of what hazardous materials are and how to respond to a hazardous materials emergency. At the conclusion of this unit, trainees will have a basic understanding of what hazardous materials are, how hazardous materials can be identified, and what to do if they are first on the scene of a hazardous materials incident.

OBJECTIVES

Hazardous Materials

·         Explain what hazardous materials are.

·         List the two general types of hazards associated with hazardous materials and describe the general risks associated with each type.

Hazardous Materials Emergencies

·         Describe some of the potential outcomes of an emergency when hazardous materials are present.

Identifying Hazardous Materials

·         List some ways that the presence of hazardous materials can be recognized.

·         List some ways that hazardous materials can be identified.

First on the Scene

·         Describe some general procedures to follow if you are first on the scene of a hazardous materials incident.

·         Describe some roles that a first responder “Awareness Level” may be required to fill in a hazardous materials emergency.

·         Describe the general contents of the DOT Emergency Response Guidebook.

SUBJECTS

Hazardous Materials

·         What is a HAZMAT?

·         Physical Hazards

·         Health Hazards

Hazardous Materials Emergencies

·         Fire and Explosion Hazards

·         Corrosive Materials

·         Toxic Materials

·         Hazards Not Directly Related to Chemical Hazards

Identifying Hazardous Materials

·         Recognizing Hazardous Materials

·         Identifying Hazardous Materials

First on the Scene

·         What to Do

·         The Roles of a First Responder

·         The DOT Emergency Response Guidebook