Hoffman Estates Fire Department: Hazardous Materials Response

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What is the purpose of the Standard Operating Guideline (SOG) Category 011?

To provide dispatch procedures for fire incidents

To define the role of Battalion Chief in firefighting operations

To establish a standardized response to Hazardous Materials incidents (correct)

To outline procedures for carbon monoxide incidents

Who approved the SOG Category 011?

The Hoffman Estates City Council

Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD)

The Hoffman Estates Fire Department Board

Alan Wax, Fire Chief (correct)

What type of incident does not require a Haz Mat One response?

Gasoline spill from an automobile (correct)

Chemical leak in a factory

Inside natural gas leak

All of the above

Which district would receive a response from Eng. 23, Tower 22, Amb. 23, and Bat 6?

District 23 Signup and view all the answers

What is the revision number of the SOG Category 011?

9 Signup and view all the answers

What is the re-evaluation date of the SOG Category 011?

January 1, 2026 Signup and view all the answers

Can the SOG Category 011 be altered?

Yes, based on information received from NWCD Signup and view all the answers

What is the effective date of the SOG Category 011?

September 1, 2023 Signup and view all the answers

What factors determine the method of response for HM 24 within Hoffman Estates?

Availability of Shift Commander's discretion and A24 crew. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT constitute a hazardous material incident according to NWCD codes?

Spills involving less than 5 gallons. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the MABAS Box Alarm in relation to the HMMRT?

To provide additional resources and apparatus for the response. Signup and view all the answers

In the case of a hazardous material response outside the Hoffman Estates jurisdiction, what should on-duty technicians do?

Gather at Station 24 before responding with HM 24. Signup and view all the answers

How do HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines relate to MABAS Illinois Policies and Procedures?

They take precedence when in conflict with MABAS guidelines. Signup and view all the answers

What are the implications of improperly controlled hazardous materials?

They can cause significant risks to health and the environment. Signup and view all the answers

Which engine is consistently involved in Haz Mat 1 incidents on the I90 Tollway?

Eng. 24 Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of engines that respond to a Haz Mat 2 incident in District 21?

Four Signup and view all the answers

In which district would you find Squad 22 responding to a Hazardous Materials incident?

District 21, 22, 23, and 24 Signup and view all the answers

How many ambulances are dispatched for a Haz Mat 2 incident in District 22 - Area A?

Two Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of Hazardous Materials Technicians in incidents that escalate to Haz Mat 2?

Specialized responders with advanced training Signup and view all the answers

Which ambulances respond to a Haz Mat 2 incident in District 24?

Amb. 21 and Amb. 22 Signup and view all the answers

What is the route under which Haz Mat incidents 58.5-62.5 eastbound fall under?

I90 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following apparatus are included in the response to an eastbound Haz Mat 1 incident at 62.5-66.0?

Eng. 22, Tower 22, Amb. 22, and Bat 6 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines

Hazardous Materials Response

The purpose of this guideline is to provide standardized responses to hazardous materials incidents classified by Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD).
The policy is to follow this guideline, but it may be altered based on information received from NWCD or to achieve a faster response.

Haz Mat One Incidents

Response will include:
- Engine, Tower, Ambulance, and Battalion units from the respective districts
- Specific units and districts are assigned based on location (e.g., District 21, 22, 23, or 24)

Haz Mat One Incidents on I90 Tollway

Response will include:
- Engine, Tower, Ambulance, and Battalion units from specific districts based on location on the tollway
- Eastbound and westbound responses are differentiated

Haz Mat Two Incidents

Confirmed hazardous materials incidents that require additional resources will be upgraded to a Haz Mat Two response
Response will include:
- Additional Engine, Tower, Squad, and Hazardous Materials units from specific districts
- MABAS 1 Hazardous Materials Technicians and team leader will respond
- A MABAS Box Alarm may be requested for additional resources

Definitions

Hazardous Materials Incidents include:
- Spills over 5 gallons, tanker incidents, known hazardous materials, containers of unknown origin, unknown odors, and garbage truck fires
Hazardous Materials are substances that pose an unreasonable risk to health and safety if not properly controlled

Exceptions

In cases of conflict, Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines take precedence over MABAS Illinois Policies and Procedures.

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Description

Standard Operating Guidelines for hazardous materials response by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department. Covers NIMS compliant procedures for emergency situations.