HazMat Prep Exam 1: First Responder Awareness QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

A reference book intended to be carried in every emergency vehicle in the US is the: A. IFSTA First Responder Manual B. NIOSH Handbook of Hazardous Materials C. DOT Emergency Response Guidebook D. NFPA Fire Protection handbook correct answer: C. DOT Emergency Response Guidebook The two types of (potential hazards) found in each guide of the Emergency Response Guidebook are: A. Reactivity and solubility B. Spill and leak C. Corrosive and flammable D. Health and fire/explosion correct answer: D. Health and fire/explosion The steps that are taken to preserve the health and safety of emergency responders and the public during an incident involves releases of hazardous materials are called: A. Protective measures B. Isolating the hazard area and denying entry C. Evacuation procedures D. Protect in place procedures correct answer: A. Protective measures To protect themselves and others, first responders must be able to make a proper assessment. The MOST IMPORTANT part of assessment is: A. Calling for appropriate help to mitigate the incident B. Recognizing the presence of hazardous materials C. Determining the appropriate actions to be taken recommended by the ERG D. Securing the area of the emergency correct answer: B. Recognizing the presence of hazardous materials Which of the packaging labels listed below indicates the highest radiation hazard? A. Radioactive White -1 B. Radioactive Yellow -2 C. Radioactive Yellow -3 D. Radioactive Blue -3 correct answer: C. Radioactive Yellow -3 Federal OSHA 28 1910.1200 and several states have required that local establishments keep a Safety Data Sheet on file when: A. At a multi-sue building B. Personnel have NOT received specialized h