Hazmat Ops Practice #1

What information should be provided during the notifications? - answer-Container type What would be the likely result of allowing a contaminated individual to leave the hot zone without being decontaminated? - answer-The contaminates would likely be transferred to other personnel or equipment. 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 When providing emergency medical care to victims of a hazardous material incident: - answer-The patient should be removed from the contaminated area at which time basic care and decontamination can begin When using the Table of Isolation Distances in the Emergency Response Guidebook, a larger spill is defined as a quantity greater than: - answer-56 gallons or greater Which is a potential ignition source found at the scene of hazardous incident materials? - answer-Radios and flashlights Which is a responsibility of the individual trained to the awareness level? - answer-Call for appropriate assistance Which is correct regarding emergency decontamination? - answer-It is required when immediate medical attention is necessary Which of the following is correct regarding mass decontamination? - answer-Each agency should adopt a Standard Operating Guideline for mass decontamination Which of the following is correct regarding technical decontamination? - answer-The level of personal protective equipment should be at least one level below the entry team Which of the following regarding communication is correct? - answer-The entry team should remain on a dedicated tactical channel Which of the package labels listed below indicates the highest radiation hazard? - answer-Radioactive Yellow III Which personal protective equipment should be used in mass decontamination by responders? - answer-Appropriate to protect from the chemical threat Which principle characteristic of adsorption is true? - answer-Off gassing is reduced With respect to exposure, medium-term is: - answer-Days, weeks, and months With respect to exposure, short-term is: - answer-Minutes and hours