NFPA 472 HazMat Awareness Examination I-1 with correct answers 100%

NFPA 472 HazMat Awareness Examination I-1 with correct answers 100% When dealing with a radiological incident involving a leak or spill, what exposure guidelines should the hazmat first responder use to minimize radioactive contamination? - Time, distance, half-life - Ionizing radiation, non-iodizing radiation, half-life - Time, distance, shielding - Alpha particles, beta particles, gamma rays - Correct Answer Time, distance, shielding The steps that are taken to preserve the health and safety of emergency responders and the public during an incident involving releases of hazardous materials are called: - protective actions - isolating the hazard area and denying entry - evacuation procedures - protect in place procedures - Correct Answer protective actions The most important part of assessment is: - calling for the appropriate help to mitigate the incident - recognizing the presence of hazardous materials - determining the appropriate actions to be taken recommended by the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) - securing the area of the emergency - Correct Answer recognizing the presence of hazardous materials A major difference between a hazardous materials incident and other types of emergencies is the fact that hazmat incidents: - can be more complex - occur less frequently - occur more frequently