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What is the primary purpose of the guideline regarding fluid spills?
What is the primary purpose of the guideline regarding fluid spills?
Which fluids are included in the scope of this guideline?
Which fluids are included in the scope of this guideline?
What should personnel do upon arriving at a fluid spill incident?
What should personnel do upon arriving at a fluid spill incident?
What should be done if a spill is beyond the capabilities of a single apparatus?
What should be done if a spill is beyond the capabilities of a single apparatus?
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Who is responsible for reviewing the fluid spill management guideline annually?
Who is responsible for reviewing the fluid spill management guideline annually?
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What action should be taken concerning potential ignition sources near a spill?
What action should be taken concerning potential ignition sources near a spill?
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Which materials are appropriate for mitigating spills on roadways?
Which materials are appropriate for mitigating spills on roadways?
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Who is responsible for disposing of absorbent materials used in spill cleanup?
Who is responsible for disposing of absorbent materials used in spill cleanup?
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What should be done with contaminated materials from a damaged vehicle?
What should be done with contaminated materials from a damaged vehicle?
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How should Stardust be applied to absorb a fluid spill?
How should Stardust be applied to absorb a fluid spill?
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What is recommended to wear when handling Stardust?
What is recommended to wear when handling Stardust?
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What should be done with spent absorbent material after a large spill?
What should be done with spent absorbent material after a large spill?
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Which of the following is true about the use of Stardust?
Which of the following is true about the use of Stardust?
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What should be done if Stardust contacts the eyes?
What should be done if Stardust contacts the eyes?
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What is the proper protocol for transporting absorbed materials?
What is the proper protocol for transporting absorbed materials?
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What is a characteristic of Stardust?
What is a characteristic of Stardust?
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Study Notes
Purpose
- Defines procedures for Spring Fire Department (SFD) personnel for handling limited size fluid spills from motorized vehicles.
Scope
- Covers spills from motor vehicles like diesel, gasoline, coolant, motor oil, and transmission fluid.
- Does not apply to spills beyond the capacity of one apparatus or those that pose environmental hazards.
Responsibilities
- All SFD personnel must know and follow the guidelines.
- The Fire Chief or designee reviews the guideline yearly to ensure accuracy.
Incident Procedures
- Establish a safe work area away from the spill.
- Identify the spilled products and assess the spill volume.
- Assess the need for additional resources like the Harris County HazMat Team.
- Eliminate potential ignition sources near the spill.
- Conduct size-up and hazard control upon arrival.
- Use initial and ongoing monitoring and establish hazard zones.
- Wear appropriate level of protection.
- Mitigate spills on roadways with compatible absorbent materials.
- Use absorbents like oil-dry, pads, and booms only if necessary and dispose of them properly.
Contaminated Materials
- Leave contaminated materials with a responsible representative of the vehicle or towing entity for proper mitigation, remediation, and disposal.
- SFD personnel should not take possession of contaminated materials or transport them to any SFD fire station or facility.
Stardust Absorbent
- Use sparingly as it absorbs most liquids effectively.
- Apply Stardust from the outside of the spill inward.
- Use a broom approved for Stardust to distribute it.
- Scoop up saturated absorbent and place it in designated containers.
- Dispose of Stardust as per standard disposal and handling protocols of the absorbed material.
- Avoid direct contact with mucous membranes as it can cause dryness.
- Flush eyes with water if contact occurs.
- Wear gloves to prevent skin dryness.
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Test your knowledge on the procedures for handling limited size fluid spills from motorized vehicles as defined by the Spring Fire Department. This quiz covers protocols for assessing spills, establishing safety measures, and necessary responsibilities of the personnel involved. Make sure you're familiar with these critical guidelines to ensure safety and compliance.
