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What type of reaction occurs at a rate of one second or less due to over-pressurization of closed containers?
What type of reaction occurs at a rate of one second or less due to over-pressurization of closed containers?
What action should citizens be instructed to take when sheltered in place during a chemical incident?
What action should citizens be instructed to take when sheltered in place during a chemical incident?
Which information is required on a pipeline marker?
Which information is required on a pipeline marker?
What material is safe to be transported in a carboy?
What material is safe to be transported in a carboy?
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Which type of products may cause severe chemical burns?
Which type of products may cause severe chemical burns?
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Contaminants posing an immediate threat to life should be handled by which method?
Contaminants posing an immediate threat to life should be handled by which method?
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Which road trailer is suitable for transporting sulfuric acid?
Which road trailer is suitable for transporting sulfuric acid?
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Which factor should alert responders to a potential terrorism incident?
Which factor should alert responders to a potential terrorism incident?
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What is a physical limitation of working in a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus?
What is a physical limitation of working in a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus?
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Which organization provides an emergency call center for first responders at a hazmat emergency?
Which organization provides an emergency call center for first responders at a hazmat emergency?
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What is the minimum temperature at which a liquid gives off enough vapors to form an ignitable mixture with air called?
What is the minimum temperature at which a liquid gives off enough vapors to form an ignitable mixture with air called?
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What needs to be documented when completing decontamination?
What needs to be documented when completing decontamination?
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What is a specialized intermodal tank container that transports gases in high-pressure cylinders called?
What is a specialized intermodal tank container that transports gases in high-pressure cylinders called?
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What do you call cylindrical packages made of metal, plastic, or fiberboard used to transport solids or liquids?
What do you call cylindrical packages made of metal, plastic, or fiberboard used to transport solids or liquids?
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Chemicals that can cause a severe allergic reaction are classified as?
Chemicals that can cause a severe allergic reaction are classified as?
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Water solubility is defined as the?
Water solubility is defined as the?
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What is the first step in approaching a hazmat scene?
What is the first step in approaching a hazmat scene?
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Which of the following is NOT a required signal word on a pesticide label?
Which of the following is NOT a required signal word on a pesticide label?
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Which type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is most commonly used for chemical liquids?
Which type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is most commonly used for chemical liquids?
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What does IBC stand for in terms of bulk containers?
What does IBC stand for in terms of bulk containers?
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What is the elapsed time between contact of a chemical with the outside of a protective suit to detection inside called?
What is the elapsed time between contact of a chemical with the outside of a protective suit to detection inside called?
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At a bomb threat event, what should first responders be particularly alert for?
At a bomb threat event, what should first responders be particularly alert for?
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In terms of heat-related illnesses, what characterizes heat exhaustion?
In terms of heat-related illnesses, what characterizes heat exhaustion?
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Which type of road trailer is designed with an inner tank and an outer insulating shell?
Which type of road trailer is designed with an inner tank and an outer insulating shell?
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Where is the remote shut off located on a MC/DOT 306/406?
Where is the remote shut off located on a MC/DOT 306/406?
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Which statement about nerve agents is true?
Which statement about nerve agents is true?
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What must be done with reusable personal protective equipment?
What must be done with reusable personal protective equipment?
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What ignition sources could be found at a hazardous materials incident?
What ignition sources could be found at a hazardous materials incident?
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How can a responder determine the concentrations of a released hazardous material?
How can a responder determine the concentrations of a released hazardous material?
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If a product with a vapor density of 1.3 escaped from its container, what would you expect?
If a product with a vapor density of 1.3 escaped from its container, what would you expect?
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What does evacuating mean in an emergency context?
What does evacuating mean in an emergency context?
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On what type of transportation container would you find a specification plate?
On what type of transportation container would you find a specification plate?
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What type of road trailer is designed to haul various chemicals with pressures less than 241 KPa (35 psi)?
What type of road trailer is designed to haul various chemicals with pressures less than 241 KPa (35 psi)?
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In Level A suits, where is the self-contained breathing apparatus worn?
In Level A suits, where is the self-contained breathing apparatus worn?
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What type of packaging is used for low-level commercial radioactive shipments?
What type of packaging is used for low-level commercial radioactive shipments?
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Which operational component must be considered when using air purifying respirators?
Which operational component must be considered when using air purifying respirators?
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What type of road trailer operates with working pressures of up to 34,474 KPa (5000 psi)?
What type of road trailer operates with working pressures of up to 34,474 KPa (5000 psi)?
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Which characteristic describes cryogenic liquid intermodal, IMO type 7, containers?
Which characteristic describes cryogenic liquid intermodal, IMO type 7, containers?
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In an oxygen deficient atmosphere, which device cannot be utilized?
In an oxygen deficient atmosphere, which device cannot be utilized?
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What type of statement indicates the need to keep pesticides away from children?
What type of statement indicates the need to keep pesticides away from children?
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What does the label 'Keep away from children' on a pesticide bag signify?
What does the label 'Keep away from children' on a pesticide bag signify?
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When responding to a terrorism incident, which action is crucial for the safety of responders?
When responding to a terrorism incident, which action is crucial for the safety of responders?
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Which of the following types of drums is not used for storing hazardous materials?
Which of the following types of drums is not used for storing hazardous materials?
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Which of the following could be a potential ignition source at a hazardous materials incident?
Which of the following could be a potential ignition source at a hazardous materials incident?
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What is the design pressure of an IM 101 portable tank?
What is the design pressure of an IM 101 portable tank?
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Which statement about vapour dispersion is true?
Which statement about vapour dispersion is true?
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Firefighting ensembles, including self-contained breathing apparatus, are suitable for which type of incident?
Firefighting ensembles, including self-contained breathing apparatus, are suitable for which type of incident?
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What category do rail cars with stenciled names generally fall under?
What category do rail cars with stenciled names generally fall under?
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Study Notes
NFPA 1072 (2017) HazMat Operations
- Initial Hazard Identification: Emergency responders use reference books like the First Responder Manual, Handbook of Hazardous Materials, or the Emergency Response Guidebook to initially identify hazards.
- Terrorism Targets: Possible targets for terrorism include strip malls, nursing homes, and hospitals.
- Emergency Assistance: Agencies like the Office of the Fire Marshal, National Fire Protection Association, and National Centre for Disease Control provide immediate technical assistance during hazardous materials incidents.
- Permeation: Permeation is the movement of material through closures or a substance on a molecular level, not physical damage or time.
- Initial Assessment: The initial assessment involves calling for help, recognizing hazardous materials, determining appropriate actions, and securing the area.
- CANUTEC Availability: CANUTEC provides information about certain chemicals for 24 hours a day.
Beta Particles
- Characteristics: Beta particles are ionizing radiation, have weight and mass, and are potentially hazardous if ingested or inhaled. They are not large and easily pass through protective gear.
Flammable Liquids
- Tank Carrier Designations: A tank carrier designed to carry flammable liquids, combustible liquids, and liquid food products with vapor pressures up to 28 KPa (4 psi) is an MC 306/DOT 406, MC 307/DOT 407, MC 312/DOT 412, or MC 331/DOT 407.
Notification Information
- Responder Responsibilities: Responders should provide cost estimates, supervisor names, container types, and receiving hospital names during notification procedures.
Radiological Incidents
- Exposure Guidelines: Responders should use exposure guidelines based on time, distance, shielding in radiological incidents involving a leak or spill to minimise radioactive contamination.
Hazard Classification
- Ionizing Radiation: A substance that spontaneously releases ionizing radiation is labeled hazard class 7.
Hazardous Materials
- Toxic Material: Some materials are categorized as hazardous materials, including poisons, pressurized gas, organic waste, and inert gas.
CANUTEC Info
- Caller Requirements: When contacting CANUTEC, the caller should provide the site manager's name and type of container or vehicle.
Radiation Dangers
- Least Dangerous External: Alpha radiation is least dangerous externally, but extremely dangerous if ingested or inhaled.
Leaking Tanker Concerns
- Major Concerns: If responding to a leaking tanker, the major concerns are ignition of vapors, encountering corrosives, and encountering bulk solids.
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This quiz covers key concepts from NFPA 1072 (2017) related to hazardous materials operations. Participants will learn about initial hazard identification, the role of emergency response agencies, and essential safety procedures. Test your knowledge on the protocols and definitions crucial for safe handling and response to hazardous materials incidents.
