206.02 DEFINITIONS

Questions and Answers

What is the main purpose of decontamination in hazardous situations?

To eliminate the potential for hazardous substances to enter the environment.

To ensure personnel are trained in the use of hazardous materials.

To remove hazardous substances from tools, PPE, clothing, and bodies. (correct)

To increase exposure levels of hazardous substances to personnel.

In the context of hazardous substance management, what characterizes the Warm Zone?

It is the area that directly contains the hazard.

It is a zone designated for post-incident evaluations only.

It serves as a decontamination area for personnel and equipment. (correct)

It includes the command post for managing hazardous incidents.

Which term refers to the area surrounding a hazard that is designed to prevent adverse effects to personnel outside of that zone?

Warm Zone

Hot Zone (correct)

Cold Zone

Drop Zone

What is the purpose of the Drop Zone in hazardous substance management?

<p>To place equipment after it has been decontaminated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'contamination' specifically refer to in the context of hazardous substances?

<p>The internal absorption, inhalation, and ingestion of hazardous substances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Definitions and Concepts

Exposure: Contact between a person or equipment and a known hazardous substance or carcinogen.
Contamination: Involves the absorption, inhalation, or ingestion of hazardous substances or carcinogens into the body.
Decontamination: The process of removing hazardous substances or carcinogens from an individual's tools, personal protective equipment (PPE), clothing, body, and work area to reduce or eliminate risks of exposure and contamination.

Hot Zone: Encompasses the area around the hazard where immediate exposure occurs, extending to ensure the safety of individuals outside this zone.
Warm Zone: The region surrounding the Hot Zone designated for the decontamination of personnel and equipment, as well as for supporting activities.
Cold Zone: The area that serves as the command post, including support functions necessary for incident management.
Drop Zone: A specifically designated area for placing equipment after it has undergone decontamination.

Description

Test your understanding of key definitions related to hazardous substances and carcinogens. This quiz focuses on terms like exposure, contamination, and decontamination. Perfect for anyone working in environments where safety and health regulations are critical.