HAZMAT Incident Response and Safety Protocols

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is not a response objective for hazardous material incidents?

Reporting (correct)

Containment

Mitigation

Assessment

If mitigation efforts are failing or the situation is getting worse, what must be done?

The original plan must be reevaluated and possibly revised.

What level of training is required to don chemical protective clothing?

HAZMAT Operations

The statement, 'Keep Away From Children,' found on a pesticide label is an example of what?

Precautionary Statement Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the statement, 'Keep Away from Waterways,' found on a pesticide label?

Hazard Statement Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the transport container on which you would expect to find a specification plate?

Cargo Tank Truck Signup and view all the answers

Which type of containers would you expect to find if a tank is marked with 'Spec. 51'?

Intermodal Portable Tank Signup and view all the answers

If a recon team reports a tank truck that has rolled over is an MC 312, what does it probably contain?

Corrosive Liquid Signup and view all the answers

An MC 307/DOT 407 low-pressure chemical carrier is designed to carry chemicals with pressures not to exceed _____ psi.

40 Signup and view all the answers

What is the designation for a tank carrier designed to carry flammable liquids and other products?

MC 306/DOT 406 Signup and view all the answers

What type of vessel carries liquefied gases and is noninsulated with a single shell?

MC 331 Signup and view all the answers

A cryogenic material would be carried in an:

MC 338 Signup and view all the answers

The shape of a fixed facility container often indicates it contains a:

Cryogenic Signup and view all the answers

The shipping of radioactive materials in a metal drum is considered a Type _____ packaging.

A Signup and view all the answers

A carboy may be used for transporting materials containing:

Corrosives Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper cargo tank truck designation for transporting sulfuric acid?

MC 312/DOT 412 Signup and view all the answers

Pipeline markers contain information describing the transported commodity and the name and telephone number of the carrier.

True Signup and view all the answers

A _____ cargo tank has an inner tank with an outer shell, and is well insulated.

Cryogenic Signup and view all the answers

A cryogenic liquid tank car will have:

A double shell with insulation. Signup and view all the answers

What is a rail car with a stenciled name on its side generally referred to as?

Dedicated Car Signup and view all the answers

If a rail car had a cylindrical tank and a covered dome containing all fittings and valves, it would be classified as a _____ rail car.

Pressure Tank Signup and view all the answers

A rail car with exposed fittings would be considered to be a _____ car.

Nonpressure or low-pressure tank Signup and view all the answers

A _____ tank car is designed to carry low-pressure, refrigerated liquids at -13°F and below.

Cryogenic Liquid Signup and view all the answers

What is not required information on a pipeline marker?

Destination of the Product Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not mandatory information found on a pesticide label?

NFPA 704 Data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a required signal word on a pesticide label?

Toxic Signup and view all the answers

When implementing tactical activities during a bomb event, what should responders do?

Be alert for secondary devices. Signup and view all the answers

What are two complicating factors for emergency responders at a terrorist incident?

Crime scene considerations and possible secondary events. Signup and view all the answers

Above ground pressure facility tanks are divided into which two categories?

Low-Pressure and High-Pressure Signup and view all the answers

Bags may be used to store what type of items?

Nonbulk dry items such as fertilizer. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common hazard with cylinders involved in fire?

The potential for explosion. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Response Objectives in HAZMAT Incidents

Reporting is not considered a response objective in hazardous material incidents.
Reevaluation and revision of original plans may be necessary if mitigation efforts fail.

Training Requirements

HAZMAT Operations training is essential for donning chemical protective clothing.

Pesticide Labeling

"Keep Away From Children" is categorized as a Precautionary Statement.
"Keep Away from Waterways" is referred to as a Hazard Statement.

Transport Containers

Cargo Tank Trucks are equipped with specification plates for identification.
Intermodal Portable Tanks may be found with markings such as "Spec. 51."

Specific Container Identification

An MC 312 container is typically associated with corrosive liquids.
MC 307/DOT 407 carriers are designed for chemicals with pressures not exceeding 40 psi.
MC 306/DOT 406 is designated for flammable liquids and Class B poisons with vapor pressures up to 3 psi.
MC 331 is a noninsulated, single-shell vessel for liquefied gases, while MC 338 is used for cryogenic materials.

Radioactive Materials and Carboys

Shipping radioactive materials in metal drums falls under Type A packaging.
Carboys are used for transporting corrosive substances.

Tank Truck Specifics

MC 312/DOT 412 is the appropriate cargo tank truck for sulfuric acid shipments.
Pipeline markers provide essential information about the transported commodity, including the carrier's contact details.

Cryogenic and Rail Car Characteristics

Cryogenic cargo tanks feature an inner tank surrounded by an insulated outer shell.
Cryogenic liquid tank cars possess double shells with insulation for temperature control.
Dedicated Cars in rail transport feature stenciled names for identification purposes.
A cylindrical rail car with a covered dome is classified as a Pressure Tank, while exposed fittings denote a Nonpressure or low-pressure tank.

Special Hazards and Incident Response

Cryogenic liquid tank cars can transport refrigerated liquids at temperatures of -13°F and below.
Mandatory pipeline markers omit the destination of the product among required information.
NFPA 704 data is not standard on pesticide labels, nor is "Toxic" a mandatory signal word.

Tactical Response in Crisis Situations

Responders should remain alert for secondary devices during bomb incidents.
Complicating factors at terrorist incidents include crime scene considerations and potential secondary events.

Storage and Transport Considerations

Above ground pressure facility tanks are categorized as either Low-Pressure or High-Pressure.
Bags can be used for storing nonbulk dry items, such as fertilizer.
Common hazards associated with fire-involved cylinders include the risk of explosion.

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Description

This quiz focuses on key objectives and training requirements in HAZMAT incidents. It covers important aspects of pesticide labeling, transport containers, and specific container identification necessary for safe handling and response. Test your knowledge on safety measures and regulations related to hazardous materials.