Hazmat First Responder Awareness
(FRA) Level I Questions and Answers |
Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct &
Verified
What is the purpose of isolation zones at a hazardous materials incident?
✔✔ To protect responders and the public by limiting exposure to dangerous substances.
Why is it important to identify the shipping papers of a hazardous material shipment?
✔✔ They provide critical information about the substance, including its hazards and emergency
response procedures.
What should you do if a hazardous materials incident occurs near a populated area?
✔✔ Notify emergency services immediately and follow local evacuation or shelter-in-place
orders.
What is the biggest risk when responding to an incident involving flammable gases?
✔✔ The potential for explosion and rapid fire spread if ignited.
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, How do you determine the safest evacuation route during a hazardous materials spill?
✔✔ Move uphill and upwind to avoid exposure to toxic fumes and runoff.
What are signs that a hazardous material is affecting nearby people?
✔✔ Symptoms like difficulty breathing, burning eyes, nausea, or unconsciousness in those
exposed.
Why should you never assume a hazardous materials container is empty?
✔✔ Residual material inside may still be hazardous and could react or release toxic vapors.
What is the best way to protect yourself from inhaling hazardous vapors?
✔✔ Stay upwind, avoid low-lying areas, and use proper respiratory protection if available.
Why is it important for an FRA responder to understand hazard classes?
✔✔ Knowing the hazard class helps predict the risks and determine the appropriate response
actions.
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(FRA) Level I Questions and Answers |
Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct &
Verified
What is the purpose of isolation zones at a hazardous materials incident?
✔✔ To protect responders and the public by limiting exposure to dangerous substances.
Why is it important to identify the shipping papers of a hazardous material shipment?
✔✔ They provide critical information about the substance, including its hazards and emergency
response procedures.
What should you do if a hazardous materials incident occurs near a populated area?
✔✔ Notify emergency services immediately and follow local evacuation or shelter-in-place
orders.
What is the biggest risk when responding to an incident involving flammable gases?
✔✔ The potential for explosion and rapid fire spread if ignited.
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, How do you determine the safest evacuation route during a hazardous materials spill?
✔✔ Move uphill and upwind to avoid exposure to toxic fumes and runoff.
What are signs that a hazardous material is affecting nearby people?
✔✔ Symptoms like difficulty breathing, burning eyes, nausea, or unconsciousness in those
exposed.
Why should you never assume a hazardous materials container is empty?
✔✔ Residual material inside may still be hazardous and could react or release toxic vapors.
What is the best way to protect yourself from inhaling hazardous vapors?
✔✔ Stay upwind, avoid low-lying areas, and use proper respiratory protection if available.
Why is it important for an FRA responder to understand hazard classes?
✔✔ Knowing the hazard class helps predict the risks and determine the appropriate response
actions.
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