TCFP & GFD HAZMAT
AWARENESS/OPS TEST Exam
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
Substances or materials in quantities or forms that may pose an unreasonable risk to health,
safety, or property when transported, stored, or used in commerce is a definition for a:—
ANSWER-hazardous material
When dealing with a radiological incident involving a leak or spill, what exposure guidelines
should the hazmat first responder use to minimize radioactive contamination?—ANSWER-
Time, distance, shielding
A reference book intended as a guide to aid emergency responders to guide quickly and
identify specific hazards during the initial phase is the:—ANSWER-DOT, Emergency Response
Guidebook
The two types of potential hazards found in each guide of the Emergency Response
Guidebook are:—ANSWER-health and fire/explosion
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:—ANSWER-
protective actions
, The most important part of assessment is:—ANSWER-recognizing the presence of hazardous
materials
Which information should be provided during the notifications?—ANSWER-Container type
Statement 1: CERCLA established prohibitions and requirements concerning closed and
abandoned hazardous waste sites.
Statement 2: A trust fund to provide for cleanup when no responsible party could be
identified was established by CERCLA
Statement 3: CERCLA is part of Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120—ANSWER-
Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false
Which of the package labels listed below indicates the highest radiation hazard?—ANSWER-
Radioactive Yellow-III
Federal law requires that local establishments keep a Material Safety Data Sheet on file
when:—ANSWER-hazardous materials are used or stored on site
A major difference between a hazardous materials incident and other types of emergencies
is the fact that hazmat incidents:—ANSWER-can be more complex
All cylinders should be considered dangerous, regardless of what type of hazardous material
it contains, because the contents are:—ANSWER-pressurized
The four-digit number appearing on a placard or an orange panel of a tank car is the:—
ANSWER-United Nations (UN) product identification number
The National Fire Protection Association 704 System for identifying hazardous materials
gives:—ANSWER-general hazard and degree of severity
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
AWARENESS/OPS TEST Exam
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
Substances or materials in quantities or forms that may pose an unreasonable risk to health,
safety, or property when transported, stored, or used in commerce is a definition for a:—
ANSWER-hazardous material
When dealing with a radiological incident involving a leak or spill, what exposure guidelines
should the hazmat first responder use to minimize radioactive contamination?—ANSWER-
Time, distance, shielding
A reference book intended as a guide to aid emergency responders to guide quickly and
identify specific hazards during the initial phase is the:—ANSWER-DOT, Emergency Response
Guidebook
The two types of potential hazards found in each guide of the Emergency Response
Guidebook are:—ANSWER-health and fire/explosion
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:—ANSWER-
protective actions
, The most important part of assessment is:—ANSWER-recognizing the presence of hazardous
materials
Which information should be provided during the notifications?—ANSWER-Container type
Statement 1: CERCLA established prohibitions and requirements concerning closed and
abandoned hazardous waste sites.
Statement 2: A trust fund to provide for cleanup when no responsible party could be
identified was established by CERCLA
Statement 3: CERCLA is part of Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120—ANSWER-
Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false
Which of the package labels listed below indicates the highest radiation hazard?—ANSWER-
Radioactive Yellow-III
Federal law requires that local establishments keep a Material Safety Data Sheet on file
when:—ANSWER-hazardous materials are used or stored on site
A major difference between a hazardous materials incident and other types of emergencies
is the fact that hazmat incidents:—ANSWER-can be more complex
All cylinders should be considered dangerous, regardless of what type of hazardous material
it contains, because the contents are:—ANSWER-pressurized
The four-digit number appearing on a placard or an orange panel of a tank car is the:—
ANSWER-United Nations (UN) product identification number
The National Fire Protection Association 704 System for identifying hazardous materials
gives:—ANSWER-general hazard and degree of severity
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
