Hazmat Final Test Questions With
Correct Detailed Answers.
Which NFPA standard addresses competencies for hazardous materials/WMD
responders? - ANSWER- 472
NFPA standards identify optional mission-specific competencies for __________ level
hazardous materials/WMD responders. - ANSWER- operations
What NFPA standard addresses competencies for emergency medical personnel
working a hazardous materials/WMD incident? - ANSWER- 473
What level of hazardous materials training enables first responders to recognize a
potential hazardous materials emergency, protect themselves, isolate the area, and call
for assistance? - ANSWER- awareness
What term refers to the ability of a material to cause damage on contact to skin, eyes, or
other body parts? - ANSWER- corrosive
A responder has come in contact with a hazardous material by handling a tool that was
used to stop a leak. This is an example of: - ANSWER- 2nd contamination
What does the M stand for in the acronym TRACEMP? - ANSWER- mechanical
The LC50 applies to materials in the __________ state. - ANSWER- gaseous
Rusting is an example of what type of change? - ANSWER- chemical
What is the term for any material that poses an unreasonable risk to human health,
safety, or the environment? - ANSWER- haz materials
What is the function of a Dewar container? - ANSWER- keep contents cold
What is the name of the bulk storage vessel, described as a portable plastic tank
surrounded by a stainless steel web, that can hold a few hundred gallons? - ANSWER-
tote
What does MC-306 refer to? - ANSWER- The familiar oval-shaped highway gasoline
tanker
How large must the internal capacity of a solids storage container be for it to qualify as a
bulk storage container? - ANSWER- more than 882 pounds
, What service does the NFPA perform with regard to hazardous materials PPE? -
ANSWER- creates standards
Where will you find recommendations for levels of hazardous materials PPE to be used
under specific conditions? - ANSWER- HAZWOPER regulations, Appendix B
What is a primary advantage of a supplied-air respirator? - ANSWER- Reduced weight
and bulk for the wearer
What is a proximity suit designed for? - ANSWER- Limited exposures to high
temperatures
For which situation will structural firefighting protective clothing provide you with
adequate protection? - ANSWER- none of the above
What is the highest level of EPA chemical protective clothing that permits the use of an
air-purifying respirator? - ANSWER- c
You have responded to a hazardous materials incident involving a substance that has
been positively identified. It is determined that this substance is harmful by inhalation
but not by skin contact. What is the minimum EPA level of PPE for this situation? -
ANSWER- b
Weakness, dizziness, and sweating are typical of heat: - ANSWER- exhaustion
Which is one of the "shuns" of evacuation? - ANSWER- habitation
On hazardous materials incidents, OSHA does not permit the IC and the __________
positions to be filled by the same person. - ANSWER- safety officer
When are branches established? - ANSWER- When the number of groups and divisions
exceeds span of control
Which is a level III hazardous materials incident? - ANSWER- One requiring large-scale
evacuation
Who does the Hazardous Materials Branch Director report to? - ANSWER- Operations
Section Chief
What is the term for terrorism that electronically targets computers or the Internet? -
ANSWER- cyber terrorism
What is the first priority following an explosion? - ANSWER- Rescuer safety
Correct Detailed Answers.
Which NFPA standard addresses competencies for hazardous materials/WMD
responders? - ANSWER- 472
NFPA standards identify optional mission-specific competencies for __________ level
hazardous materials/WMD responders. - ANSWER- operations
What NFPA standard addresses competencies for emergency medical personnel
working a hazardous materials/WMD incident? - ANSWER- 473
What level of hazardous materials training enables first responders to recognize a
potential hazardous materials emergency, protect themselves, isolate the area, and call
for assistance? - ANSWER- awareness
What term refers to the ability of a material to cause damage on contact to skin, eyes, or
other body parts? - ANSWER- corrosive
A responder has come in contact with a hazardous material by handling a tool that was
used to stop a leak. This is an example of: - ANSWER- 2nd contamination
What does the M stand for in the acronym TRACEMP? - ANSWER- mechanical
The LC50 applies to materials in the __________ state. - ANSWER- gaseous
Rusting is an example of what type of change? - ANSWER- chemical
What is the term for any material that poses an unreasonable risk to human health,
safety, or the environment? - ANSWER- haz materials
What is the function of a Dewar container? - ANSWER- keep contents cold
What is the name of the bulk storage vessel, described as a portable plastic tank
surrounded by a stainless steel web, that can hold a few hundred gallons? - ANSWER-
tote
What does MC-306 refer to? - ANSWER- The familiar oval-shaped highway gasoline
tanker
How large must the internal capacity of a solids storage container be for it to qualify as a
bulk storage container? - ANSWER- more than 882 pounds
, What service does the NFPA perform with regard to hazardous materials PPE? -
ANSWER- creates standards
Where will you find recommendations for levels of hazardous materials PPE to be used
under specific conditions? - ANSWER- HAZWOPER regulations, Appendix B
What is a primary advantage of a supplied-air respirator? - ANSWER- Reduced weight
and bulk for the wearer
What is a proximity suit designed for? - ANSWER- Limited exposures to high
temperatures
For which situation will structural firefighting protective clothing provide you with
adequate protection? - ANSWER- none of the above
What is the highest level of EPA chemical protective clothing that permits the use of an
air-purifying respirator? - ANSWER- c
You have responded to a hazardous materials incident involving a substance that has
been positively identified. It is determined that this substance is harmful by inhalation
but not by skin contact. What is the minimum EPA level of PPE for this situation? -
ANSWER- b
Weakness, dizziness, and sweating are typical of heat: - ANSWER- exhaustion
Which is one of the "shuns" of evacuation? - ANSWER- habitation
On hazardous materials incidents, OSHA does not permit the IC and the __________
positions to be filled by the same person. - ANSWER- safety officer
When are branches established? - ANSWER- When the number of groups and divisions
exceeds span of control
Which is a level III hazardous materials incident? - ANSWER- One requiring large-scale
evacuation
Who does the Hazardous Materials Branch Director report to? - ANSWER- Operations
Section Chief
What is the term for terrorism that electronically targets computers or the Internet? -
ANSWER- cyber terrorism
What is the first priority following an explosion? - ANSWER- Rescuer safety
