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Hazardous MaterialsHazardous MaterialsIncident CommandIncident Command
N.F.P.A. 472 – 2013 Chapter 8N.F.P.A. 472 – 2013 Chapter 8
June 01, 2013June 01, 2013
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
INCIDENT COMMANDER
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29CFR1910.120
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Definition (OSHA)Definition (OSHA) On Scene Incident CommanderOn Scene Incident Commander
Incident commanders, who will assumeIncident commanders, who will assumecontrol of the incident scene beyond the first control of the incident scene beyond the first
responder awareness level, shall receive at responder awareness level, shall receive at least 24 hours of training equal to the first least 24 hours of training equal to the first responder operations level and in addition responder operations level and in addition have competency in the following areas andhave competency in the following areas and
the employer shall so certify:the employer shall so certify:
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NFPA 3.3.37
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Definition (NFPA)Definition (NFPA) Incident CommanderIncident Commander
The individual responsible for all incident The individual responsible for all incident activities, including the development of activities, including the development of strategies and tactics and the orderingstrategies and tactics and the ordering
and the release of resources.and the release of resources.
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NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4
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IntroductionIntroduction Incident CommanderIncident Commander
Why are you here?Why are you here? Your expectations as Students?Your expectations as Students?
Why we are hereWhy we are here Our expectations as Instructors.Our expectations as Instructors.
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NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4
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IntroductionIntroduction Incident CommanderIncident Commander
Strategies & TacticsStrategies & Tactics Ordering / Release ResourcesOrdering / Release Resources Awareness; Awareness; Chap 4, 472-2013Chap 4, 472-2013 Operations Core; Operations Core; Chap 5, 472-Chap 5, 472-
20132013 OSHA RequirementsOSHA Requirements Additional Training RequiredAdditional Training Required
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NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4
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IntroductionIntroduction Incident CommanderIncident Commander
Responsible for establishing and managing the overall incident action plan (IAP)
Developing an effective organizational structure
Developing an incident strategy and tactical action plan
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NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4
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IntroductionIntroduction Incident CommanderIncident Commander
Allocating resources Making appropriate assignments Managing information Continually attempting to achieve the
basic command goals
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NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4
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IntroductionIntroduction Unified Commanders (UC)Unified Commanders (UC)
Command-level representatives from each of the primary responding agencies who present their agency’s interests as a member of a unified command organization.
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NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4
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Course ObjectivesCourse Objectives Incident CommanderIncident Commander
Ensure compliance with NFPA 472-2013 Identify task specifics Understand task specifics/ Personnel Abilities Resource gathering and implementation Identify ICS structure within HazMat incidents Identify the need for “Command Level” NIMS
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GoalGoal The goal of the competenciesThe goal of the competencies
at this level shall be to provide the at this level shall be to provide the incident commander with the incident commander with the knowledge and skills to performknowledge and skills to performthe tasks in 8.1.2.2 safely.the tasks in 8.1.2.2 safely.
NFPA 8.1.2.1
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GoalGoal AnalyzeAnalyze
PlanPlan
ImplementImplement
EvaluateEvaluate
TerminateTerminate
NFPA 8.1.2.2
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Analyzing(1) Analyze – To determine the complexity
of the problem and potential outcomes by completing the following task:
(a) Collect / Interpret Information: Printed / Technical Resources
Computer Databases
Monitoring Equipment
(b) Estimate Potential Outcomes: Within Endangered Area
NFPA 8.1.2.2
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AnalyzingAnalysis Activities1)1) Classify and identify unknown materialsClassify and identify unknown materials
2)2) Verify known materialsVerify known materials
3)3) Monitor changes in climatic conditionsMonitor changes in climatic conditions
4)4) Identify contaminated people and equipmentIdentify contaminated people and equipment
5)5) Establish environmental monitoringEstablish environmental monitoring
6)6) Interpret the data collected from environmental Interpret the data collected from environmental
monitoringmonitoring
NFPA 8.1.2.2
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(2) Plan – Response operations within capabilities and competencies of
personnel, personal protective equipment and control equipment:(a) Identify Objectives(b) Identify Response Options(c) Approve level of P.P.E.(d) Develop Incident Action Plan
Include Safety Control Plan
NFPA 8.1.2.2
Plan
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(2)(d) EPA – Standard Operating Safety Guides1) Site Description2) Entry Objectives3) On-Site Organization4) On-Site Control5) Hazard Evaluation6) Personal Protective Equipment7) On-Site Work Plans8) Communication Procedures9) Decontamination Procedures10) Site Safety and Health Plan
Plan
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(3) Implement – Response to favorablychange outcomes consistent withEmergency Response Plans / SOPs:
(a) Implement ICS / Unified Command(b) Direct Resources(c) Provide Information Transfer
Media / local Officials through ICS
NFPA 8.1.2.2
Implement
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Implementation Activities1)1) Conduct safety briefingsConduct safety briefings
2)2) Implement the plan of action for the incidentImplement the plan of action for the incident
3)3) Implement the incident safety planImplement the incident safety plan
4)4) Oversee placement of control zonesOversee placement of control zones
5)5) Supervise entry operationsSupervise entry operations
6)6) Direct rescue operationsDirect rescue operations
NFPA 8.1.2.2
Implement
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Implementation Activities7)7)Maintain communication and coordination during the incidentMaintain communication and coordination during the incident
8)8)Provide medical monitoring of entry personnel before and Provide medical monitoring of entry personnel before and after entryafter entry
9)9)Protect personnel from physical, environmental, and safety Protect personnel from physical, environmental, and safety hazards/exposureshazards/exposures
10)10)Provide information for public and private agenciesProvide information for public and private agencies
11)11)Enforce recognized safe operational practicesEnforce recognized safe operational practices
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Implement
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Implementation Activities12)12) Ensure that injured or exposed individuals are Ensure that injured or exposed individuals are
decontaminated prior to departure from the hazard sitedecontaminated prior to departure from the hazard site
13)13) Separate and keep track of potentially contaminated Separate and keep track of potentially contaminated personspersons
14)14) Track persons passing through the contamination reduction Track persons passing through the contamination reduction corridorcorridor
15)15) Ensure that decontamination activities are conductedEnsure that decontamination activities are conducted
16)16) Coordinate transfer of decontaminated patientsCoordinate transfer of decontaminated patients
NFPA 8.1.2.2
Implement
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(4) Evaluate – progress of planned response toensure objectives met safely / effectively /efficiently and adjust the plan accordingly:
NFPA 8.1.2.2
Evaluate
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Evaluation Activities1)1) Evaluate progress of the actions taken and modify as Evaluate progress of the actions taken and modify as
necessarynecessary
2)2) Recognize deviations from the incident safety plan and any Recognize deviations from the incident safety plan and any dangerous situationsdangerous situations
3)3) Alter, suspend, or terminate any activity that may be judged Alter, suspend, or terminate any activity that may be judged unsafeunsafe
4)4) Keep required records for litigation and documentationKeep required records for litigation and documentation
5)5) Ensure that medical related exposure records are Ensure that medical related exposure records are maintainedmaintained
NFPA 8.1.2.2
Evaluate
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(5) Terminate – Emergency phase of the
Incident by completing following:
(a) Transfer Command (when appropriate)
(b) Conduct Incident Debriefing(c) Conduct Multiagency Critique(d) Report and Document Incident
NFPA 8.1.2.2
Terminate
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NFPA 8.2
Incident Commander
Analyzing the Incident
Hazard Assessment andHazard Assessment andRisk EvaluationRisk Evaluation
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Hazard Assessment andHazard Assessment andRisk EvaluationRisk Evaluation
To InterveneTo Interveneoror
Not InterveneNot Intervene
That is the Question !
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Hazard Assessment andHazard Assessment andRisk EvaluationRisk Evaluation
Most responders recognize the initial need1. Isolating the area1. Isolating the area2. Denying Entry2. Denying Entry
Identifying the hazardous materials involved,Failure to develop effective analytical
Problem-Solving Skill can lead to injury, and in worst case scenario - DEATHDEATH
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Collecting & Interpreting Hazard and Response Information
Given access to printed and technicalresources, computer data bases, andmonitoring equipment, the incident
commander shall collect and interpret hazardand response information not available fromthe current edition of the DOT Emergency
Response Guidebook or an MSDS.
NFPA 8.2.1.1
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Activity 8.2.1.1
Hazard and Response InformationHazard and Response Information
NFPA 8.2.1.1
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VAN ON FIRE
NFPA 8.2.1.1
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ON SCENE
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• 2 Engines with 3 firefighters each
• 1 Captain on Engine 1
INITIALASSIGNMENT
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• Numerous rifle cartridges• Two (1) pound containers of black powder small arms ammunition
• 1 Motorcycle
INVESTIGATIONSHOWS
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• Should this incident escalate?• What level should this incident be?
NEXTSTEP?
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END OF 8.2.1.1
NFPA 8.2.1.1
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Given access to printed and technical resources,computer databases, and monitoring equipment,
the Incident Commander shall be able to identify
and interpret the types of hazard and responseinformation available from each of the following
resources and explain the advantages anddisadvantages of each resource.
NFPA 8.2.1.2
Collecting & Interpreting Hazard and Response Information
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RESOURCESRESOURCES1) Hazardous Materials Data Bases
2) Monitoring Equipment
3) Reference Manuals
4) Technical Information Centers
5) Technical Information Specialists
NFPA 8.2.1.2
Collecting & Interpreting Hazard and Response Information
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Activity 8.2.1.2
Hazard and Response InformationHazard and Response Information
NFPA 8.2.1.2
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SPILLED PRODUCT IN A DENTAL CLINIC
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• Your department responds to a report of a spill in a dental office with one patient contaminated.
• 1 Engine with 3 firefighters
INITIALASSIGNMENT
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• Your department received a dispatch for a still alarm to investigate a small spill inside a local health clinic.
• Enroute, your dispatch center updates the company responding that the building was evacuated and the exposed person has requested evaluation by EMS.
• Based on this the responding officer requests an upgrade to a full assignment.
RESPONSE INFORMATION
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• What information do you have?• Where can you gather more information?
• What types of products can you expect to encounter?
INFORMATION
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• The building has been evacuated upon your arrival.
• The patient is with EMS and is expected to sign a refusal.
• She passes to your officer she spilled approximately 4 ounces of Formocresol on her scrubs.
– She then bagged her scrubs, washed her hands, and disposed of the scrubs in the dumpster.
– She then signs a refusal with your EMS provider.
ARRIVALINFORMATION
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• What information do you know now?– Does this change your response?
• Where can you find more information about the product?
• Are there any untapped resources that could be valuable.
INFORMATIONGATHERING
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• Did you over react?• Don’t discount subject matter experts when gathering information.
• Consider a “risk based” response strategy.
• Ask the hygienist what she does with the Formocresol?
THOUGHTS?
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END OF 8.2.1.2
NFPA 8.2.1.2
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Given scenarios involving hazardousmaterials / WMD incidents, the surroundingconditions and the predicted behavior of the
container and its contents, the incidentcommander shall estimate the potentialoutcomes within the endangered areaand shall complete the following task:
NFPA 8.2.2
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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Identify the steps for estimating the outcomeswithin an endangered area of a hazardous
materials / WMD incident.
● IC must determine IC must determine Pertinent Factors Pertinent Factors relating to:relating to:● Nature / Type of Incident?Nature / Type of Incident?
● SpillsSpills● LeakLeak● FireFire● OdorOdor● OtherOther
NFPA 8.2.2(1)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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● IC must determine IC must determine Pertinent Factors Pertinent Factors relating to:relating to:● Materials / Containers?Materials / Containers?
● Chemical propertiesChemical properties● Hazards, quantitiesHazards, quantities● Type of containerType of container● Stress or damageStress or damage● Safety featuresSafety features
NFPA 8.2.2(1)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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● IC must determine IC must determine Pertinent Factors Pertinent Factors relating to:relating to:● Environmental Influences? What’s at Risk?Environmental Influences? What’s at Risk?
● PeoplePeople● EnvironmentEnvironment● InfrastructureInfrastructure● PropertyProperty
● Exterior vs. InteriorExterior vs. Interior● Weather ConditionsWeather Conditions● Control / Protective SystemsControl / Protective Systems● Air HandlingAir Handling● TerrainTerrain
NFPA 8.2.2(1)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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Describe the following toxicological terms andexposure values and explain their significance
in the analysis process:
Handout for Each Student with DefinitionsHandout for Each Student with Definitions
NFPA 8.2.2(2)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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a) Counts Per Minute (cpm) & Kilocounts Per Minute (kcpm)
a) Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health(IDLH) Value
c) Infectious Dosed) Lethal Concentrations (LC50 )e) Lethal Dose (LD50 )f) Parts Per Billion (ppb) g) Parts Per Million (ppm)h) Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)
NFPA 8.2.2(2)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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i) Radiation Absorbed Dose (rad)j) Roentgen Equivalent Man (rem);
Millirem (mrem), Microrem (urem)k) Threshold Limit Value Ceiling (TLV-C)l) Threshold Limit Value Short-Term Exposure Limit
(TLV-STEL)m) Threshold Limit Value time-weighted average
(TLV-TWA)n) Other toxicological terms or exposure values as
determined by the AHJ
NFPA 8.2.2(2)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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Identify two methods for predicting the areasof potential harm within the endangered area of
a hazardous materials / WMD incident.
Determine Potential Concentrations Determine Toxicity of Concentrations Length of Exposure Time
NFPA 8.2.2(3)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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Identify two methods for predicting the areasof potential harm within the endangered area of
a hazardous materials / WMD incident.
1) DOT, Emergency Response Guidebook Tablea) Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distance
2) Computer Dispersion Models3) Portable & Fixed Air-Monitoring Systems
NFPA A.8.2.2(3)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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Identify the methods available to the organizationfor obtaining local weather conditions and
predictions for short-term future weather changes.
1. Local Dispatch2. Weather Radio – Specific Channel (162.55 MHz)
3. Weather Channel – Cable or Satellite4. Local Weather Phone Recordings5. Local Airport Weather6. Satellite Technology most Haz Mat Units
NFPA 8.2.2(4)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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Explain the basic toxicological principles relative toassessment and treatment of personnel exposed to
hazardous materials, including the following:
a) Acute and Delayed Toxicity (chronic)b) Dose Responsec) Local and Systemic Effects d) Routes of exposuree) Synergistic effects
NFPA 8.2.2(5)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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NFPA 8.2.2(6)
Describe the health risks associated with the following:
a)a) Biological agents and biological toxinsBiological agents and biological toxinsb)b) Blood agentsBlood agentsc)c) Choking agentsChoking agentsd)d) Irritants (riot control agents)Irritants (riot control agents)e)e) Nerve agentsNerve agentsf)f) Radiological materialsRadiological materialsg)g) Vesicants (blister agents)Vesicants (blister agents)
Estimating Potential Outcomes
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Activity 8.2.2
Estimating Potential OutcomesEstimating Potential Outcomes
NFPA 8.2.2
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UNKNOWN ODOR
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• EMS incident for pregnant female on 3rd floor of an office building feeling ill
• 1 Engine; 1 ALS transport unit
INITIALASSIGNMENT
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• 4 additional patients, all with severe headaches
• Second floor occupants complain about glue-like odor
UPON ARRIVAL
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– PID reading of 350 PPM– No paper changes– 4 gas shows
• Oxygen - 20.9 %• LEL - 1%• H2S - 0• CO - 0
METER READINGS
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• 20 Tychem TK level B suits with gloves/boots
• 8 Trellbourg VPS level A suits• Full decon cache• Responds with 4 firefighters trained to OSHA technician level
AVAILABLE ALL HAZARDS TRAILER15 MINUTES AWAY
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• CRHMRT – Hartford• NHASH – New Haven• NRHMRT – Northeast• CERRIT – New London
REGIONAL HAZMAT ASSET NEEDED?
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END OF 8.2.2
NFPA 8.2.2
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NFPA 8.3
Incident Commander
Planning the Response
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Given an analysis of a hazardousmaterials / WMD incident, the incident
commander shall be able to describe the stepsfor determining response objectives.
(Defensive, Offensive, and Non-intervention).
NFPA 8.3.1
Planning the Response
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Defensive
serving to defend or protect
Protect SurroundingsProtect SurroundingsKeep from getting worseKeep from getting worse
NFPA 8.3.1
Planning the Response
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Offensive
making attack
MitigationMitigation
NFPA 8.3.1
Planning the Response
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Non-intervention
the state or policy of not intervening
Do Nothing … Keep AwayDo Nothing … Keep Away
NFPA 8.3.1
Planning the Response
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NFPA 8.3.1
Planning the Response
Based on event sequenceBased on event sequenceStressStress
BreachBreachReleaseReleaseEngulfEngulf
ContactContactHarmHarm
See Ludwig Benner Jr. “The Chart”See Ludwig Benner Jr. “The Chart”
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NFPA 8.3.1
Planning the ResponseDetermining Response Objectives
• Objectives are based onObjectives are based onestimated outcomesestimated outcomes
• TechnicianTechnician objectives include objectives includeoffensive operationsoffensive operations
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NFPA 8.3.1
Planning the ResponseDetermining Response Objectives
PrinciplesPrinciplesYou cannot influence past events
The earlier you intervene,the less the damage
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Activity 8.3.1
Determining Response ObjectivesDetermining Response Objectives
NFPA 8.3.1
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SICK BUILDING SYNDROME
NFPA 472-8.3.1
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• Response to unknown odor in a small office building
• 1 Engine
INITIALASSIGNMENT
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• Single engine company dispatched to a small single story office for a report of workers experiencing burning respiratory tracts @0850.
• First officer reports several patients some of whom have already self transported to medical facilities in the area. Patient count is unknown 0855.
• First officer requests full alarm assignment 0857.
INITIALASSIGNMENT
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• First officer reports the following as you arrive:– An employee was fired the day before for unusual
behavior.• As he was being escorted away he shouted to the rest of the
employees “you will all be sorry for this”– At around 0845 hours employees started to notice a
burning sensation in their nose, eyes, and throat.– Several experienced a runny nose, one patient was in
respiratory distress and was driven to a local emergency room.
– First due company entered with SCBA to search and four gas readings were negative.
– The rest of the assignment has been staged as per your unknown odor Guideline.
• Second due water supply• Third due (Haz-Mat company)• Truck Company to investigate ventilation system
FIRST OFFICER IN REPORTYOU ARE COMMAND @ 0904
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• How many employees total?• Was the HVAC system running?
– Does the HVAC system recycle building air, or draw in fresh air?
• In what location were the symptoms the worst?
• What is the status of the patient at the ER?
INFORMATION GATHERINGWHAT QUESTIONS DO YOU NEED ANSWERED?
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• Given the information you have as the incident commander what are your response objectives?
RESPONSEOBJECTIVES
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• One of your responding companies is a haz-mat company and the officer offers you the following suggestion 0910:
– The lieutenant of the haz-mat company suggests running a series of metering equipment through using FF PPE and SCBA to determine if the product is still in the building.
• The truck company officer reports the HVAC system is running and drawing air from the roof area 0911.
• Your dispatcher calls and informs you that the ER doctor would like to speak to you 0915.
– He calls and tells you they have admitted the patient for evaluation and they have diagnosed him with acute chemical pneumonia. He asks you what the product is?
YOU ARE COMMANDUPDATED INFORMATION
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• Do you concur with your haz-mat officer’s suggestion?
• What further actions do you suggest at this time?
• Does your ICS structure need to be modified?
• What other resources may you need?
YOU ARE COMMANDUPDATED INFORMATION
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– Four gas readings normal– pH readings normal– Rad readings normal– PID readings of 10-50ppm in the office area
• Normal in all other areas• No unusual chemical containers in the
building– Chem-Pro readings of an unknown
chemical in the office area highest near the patients desk.
HAZ MAT REPORT @ 0930METER READINGS
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• Your second due officer (water supply) walks up to the command post with a business owner of an adjoining property and reports that at approximately 0830 a strange cloud went by the building from north to south and forced them to close their exterior doors.
– He reports that it was pungent and made his eyes burn.
• Does this information change your response objectives?
INFORMATIONGATHERING
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• Your haz-mat officer reports that when questioning the neighboring occupancy to the north, they indicated they had been cremating animal carcasses at 0830.– He suggests that the products of the
combustion contained something that irritated the patients and was drawn in through the fresh air intake of the HVAC system.
• Do you concur with this?
OUTCOME
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END OF 8.3.1
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Identifying the Potential Response Options
Given scenarios involving hazardousmaterials / WMD, the incident commandershall identify the possible response options
(defensive, offensive, and non-intervention)by response objective for each problem and
shall complete the following tasks:
NFPA 8.3.2
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NFPA 8.3.2(1)
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options Identify the possible response options to accomplish Identify the possible response options to accomplish
a given response objective:a given response objective:
Action options can be both offensive and defensive
Based on the stage of the incidentBased on the stage of the incident Derived from response objectivesDerived from response objectives
Potential Response Options
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NFPA 8.3.2(1)
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options Identify the possible response options to accomplish Identify the possible response options to accomplish
a given response objective:a given response objective:
Response objectives1.1. Change applied stressesChange applied stresses2.2. Change breach sizeChange breach size3.3. Change quantity releasedChange quantity released4.4. Change size of danger zoneChange size of danger zone5.5. Change exposures contactedChange exposures contacted6.6. Change severity of harmChange severity of harm
Potential Response Options
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NFPA 8.3.2(2)(a)
Product Control
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
AbsorptionAbsorption
““Think Sponge” pulling product into aThink Sponge” pulling product into amedium – booms, speedy drymedium – booms, speedy dry
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Product Control
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options
Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
AdsorptionAdsorption
““Think Tape” adhering of a product to theThink Tape” adhering of a product to thesurface of a medium – duct tape, charcoalsurface of a medium – duct tape, charcoal
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(b)
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Product Control
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingIdentify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:techniques for hazardous materials control:
BlanketingBlanketing
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(c)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(d)
CoveringCovering
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(e)
Contamination Contamination IsolationIsolation
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(f)
DammingDamming
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(g)
DikingDiking
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(h)
DilutionDilution
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(i)
DispersionDispersion
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(j)
DiversionDiversion
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
FireFireSuppressionSuppression
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(k)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
NeutralizationNeutralization
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(l)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
Over-packingOver-packing
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(m)
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Product Control
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
PatchingPatching
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(n)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
PluggingPlugging
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(o)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
PressurePressureIsolationIsolation
andandReductionReduction
FlaringFlaring
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(p)
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NFPA 8.3.2(2)(o)
Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
PressurePressureIsolationIsolation
andandReductionReduction
VentingVenting
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PressurePressureIsolationIsolation
andandReductionReduction
Vent andVent andBurnBurn
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(o)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
PressurePressureIsolationIsolation
andandReductionReduction
Isolation ofIsolation ofValves, Pumps,Valves, Pumps,Energy SourcesEnergy Sources
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(p)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
RetentionRetention
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(q)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
SolidificationSolidification
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(r)
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Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
TransferTransfer
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(s)
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Product Control
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
VaporVaporControlControl
DispersionDispersion
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(t)
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Product Control
Identifying Control OptionsIdentifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
VaporVaporControlControl
SuppressionSuppression
NFPA 8.3.2(2)(s)
Connecticut Fire AcademyNFPA 6.6.3.1(2)(j)
Product Control
Identifying Control Options Identifying Control Options Identify the purpose of each of the followingtechniques for hazardous materials control:
Vapor SuppressionVapor Suppression
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Activity 8.3.2
Identifying Response OptionsIdentifying Response Options
NFPA 8.3.2
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Approving the Level ofPersonal Protective Equipment
Given scenarios involving hazardousmaterials / WMD with known and unknownhazardous materials / WMD, the incident
commander shall approve the personal protectiveequipment for the response options specified inthe incident action plan in each situation and
shall complete the following tasks:
NFPA 8.3.3
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Identify the four levels of chemical protection(EPA / OSHA) and describe the equipment requiredfor each level and the conditions under which each
level is used.
NFPA 8.3.3(1)
Levels of Chemical Protection
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NFPA 8.3.3(1)
Personal Protective EquipmentLevel ALevel A
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NFPA 8.3.3(1)
Personal Protective EquipmentLevel BLevel B
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NFPA 8.3.3(1)
Personal Protective EquipmentLevel CLevel C
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NFPA 8.3.3(1)
Personal Protective EquipmentLevel DLevel D
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Describe the following terms and explain theirimpact and significance on the selection of
chemical - protective clothing:
i. Degradation
ii. Penetration
iii. Permeation
NFPA 8.3.3(2)
Levels of Chemical Protection
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Describe three safety considerations for personnelworking in vapor-protective, liquid splash–protective,
and high temperature–protective clothing.
1. Back up personnel2. Hand signals3. Medical monitoring4. Rehabilitation
Levels of Chemical Protection
NFPA 8.3.3(3)
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Identify the physiological and psychological stressesthat can affect users of personal protective equipment.
Stress – Knowing Reason for Suit !Stress – Knowing Reason for Suit !Heat Related IllnessesHeat Related Illnesses
DehydrationDehydration Heat ExhaustionHeat Exhaustion Heat StrokeHeat Stroke Heat CrampsHeat Cramps
Limited VisibilityLimited VisibilityLimited MobilityLimited MobilityCommunicationsCommunications
Levels of Chemical Protection
NFPA 8.3.3(4)
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Activity 8.3.3
Select Personal Protective EquipmentSelect Personal Protective Equipment
NFPA 8.3.3
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SELECTING PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
NFPA 8.3.3
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END OF 8.3.3
NFPA 8.3.3
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Developing anIncident Action Plan
Given scenarios involving hazardousmaterials / WMD incidents, the incident
commander shall develop an incident action plan,including site safety and control plan, consistentwith the emergency response plan or standard
operating procedures and within the capability of theavailable personnel, personal protective equipment and
control equipment and shall complete the tasks in:8.3.4.1 through 8.3.4.5.5
NFPA 8.3.4
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NFPA 8.3.4.1
The incident commander shall identify the steps for developing an incident action plan.
Incident Action Plan
● Site restrictionsSite restrictions● Entry objectivesEntry objectives● On-scene organization and controlOn-scene organization and control● Personal protective equipment selectionPersonal protective equipment selection
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NFPA 8.3.4.1
The incident commander shall identify the steps for developing an incident action plan.
Incident Action Plan
● Hazard evaluationHazard evaluation● Communications proceduresCommunications procedures● Emergency procedures andEmergency procedures and
personnel accountabilitypersonnel accountability● Emergency medical care arrangementsEmergency medical care arrangements
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NFPA 8.3.4.1
The incident commander shall identify the steps for developing an incident action plan.
Incident Action Plan
● Rehabilitation planRehabilitation plan● Decontamination proceduresDecontamination procedures● On-scene work assignments (branches)On-scene work assignments (branches)● Debriefing and critiquing of the incidentDebriefing and critiquing of the incident
once it is concludedonce it is concluded
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The incident commander shall identify the factors tobe evaluated in selecting public protective actions,
including evacuation and sheltering-in-place.
Incident Action Plan
A.A. Protective actions definedProtective actions defineda)a) EvacuationEvacuationb)b) In-place protectionIn-place protection
B.B. Factors to consider when selecting eachFactors to consider when selecting eacha)a) Reduce or prevent contaminationReduce or prevent contaminationb)b) Update progressUpdate progress
NFPA 8.3.4.2
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The incident commander shall identify the factors tobe evaluated in selecting public protective actions,
including evacuation and sheltering-in-place.
Incident Action Plan
1) Receive the initial notification
2) Provide secondary notification and activation of response agencies
3) Make ongoing assessments of the situation
4) Command on-scene personnel (IMS)(IMS)
Connecticut Fire AcademyNFPA 8.3.4.2
The incident commander shall identify the factors tobe evaluated in selecting public protective actions,
including evacuation and sheltering-in-place.
Incident Action Plan
5) Coordinate support and mutual aid
6) Provide Law enforcement and on-scene security (Crowd Control)(Crowd Control)
7) Provide traffic control and rerouting
8) Provide resources for public safety protective action.
Connecticut Fire AcademyNFPA 8.3.4.2
The incident commander shall identify the factors tobe evaluated in selecting public protective actions,
including evacuation and sheltering-in-place.
Incident Action Plan
9) Provide fire suppression services
10) Provide on-scene medical assistance
(Ambulance) (Ambulance)
and medical treatment (Hospital)(Hospital)
11)11) Provide public notification (Warning)(Warning)
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The incident commander shall identify the factors tobe evaluated in selecting public protective actions,
including evacuation and sheltering-in-place.
Incident Action Plan
12) Provide public information
(News Media Statements)(News Media Statements)
13) Provide on-scene communications support
14) Provide emergency on-scene decontamination
15) Provide operations-level hazard
control services
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The incident commander shall identify the factors tobe evaluated in selecting public protective actions,
including evacuation and sheltering-in-place.
Incident Action Plan
16) Provide technician-level hazard
mitigation services
17) Provide environmental remedial action (Clean Up) (Clean Up) services
18) Provide environmental monitoring
19) Implement on-site accountability
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The incident commander shall identify the factors tobe evaluated in selecting public protective actions,
including evacuation and sheltering-in-place.
Incident Action Plan
20) Provide on-site responder identification
21) Provide incident command post security
22) Provide incident or crime scene investigation
23) Provide evidence collection and sampling
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NFPA 8.3.4.4
The incident commander shall identify the processfor determining the effectiveness of a response option
based on the potential outcomes.
Incident Action Plan
A.A. Prioritize response options based Prioritize response options based on their effect on the outcome:on their effect on the outcome:
1)1) DeathsDeaths2)2) InjuriesInjuries3)3) Property damageProperty damage4)4) Environmental damageEnvironmental damage
B.B. Formulate a plan “B”Formulate a plan “B”C.C. Constant evaluation requiredConstant evaluation required
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
The incident commander shall identify the safeoperating practices and procedures that are required tobe followed at a hazardous materials / WMD incident.
Incident Action Plan
The following slides will coverThe following slides will coverareas of concern and topicsareas of concern and topics
that should be Addressed by thethat should be Addressed by theAuthority Having Jurisdiction Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)(AHJ)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
The IC and hazardous materials respondersThe IC and hazardous materials respondershave met all of the appropriate levelhave met all of the appropriate level
competencies in N.F.P.A. 472competencies in N.F.P.A. 472
TRAININGTRAININGTRAININGTRAINING
and more TRAININGand more TRAINING
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
Activities that present a significant risk toActivities that present a significant risk tothe safety of members are limitedthe safety of members are limited
to situations where the potential existto situations where the potential existto save endangered livesto save endangered lives
““The needs of the many outweigh the The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few or the one”needs of the few or the one”
Star Trek– SpockStar Trek– Spock
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
No risk to the safety of membersNo risk to the safety of membersis acceptable when saving livesis acceptable when saving lives
or property is not possibleor property is not possible
““A man’s got to know his limitations”A man’s got to know his limitations”Clint Eastwood – Dirty HarryClint Eastwood – Dirty Harry
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
All personnel working in the warm zoneAll personnel working in the warm zoneor hot zone are under the supervisionor hot zone are under the supervision
of a hazardous materials branch officerof a hazardous materials branch officer
Unity of CommandUnity of CommandYou can only have “One” bossYou can only have “One” boss
Span of ControlSpan of Control
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
Personnel accountability proceduresPersonnel accountability proceduresare utilizedare utilized
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
A rest and rehabilitation area is completedA rest and rehabilitation area is completedand ready for the First Respondersand ready for the First Responders
to finish their assignmentto finish their assignment
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
A hazardous materials branchA hazardous materials branchSafety Officer Safety Officer
is designated and operatingis designated and operating
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
Communications are established onCommunications are established onone simple radio channel that is not usedone simple radio channel that is not used
by anyone close enough to interfere.by anyone close enough to interfere.
Hand Signals are available as a backupHand Signals are available as a backupif the radios failif the radios fail
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
Appropriate protective clothing andAppropriate protective clothing andprotective equipment are used wheneverprotective equipment are used wheneverthe responder is exposed or potentiallythe responder is exposed or potentially
exposed to hazardous materials.exposed to hazardous materials.
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
A rapid intervention crew consistingA rapid intervention crew consistingof at least two responders is availableof at least two responders is available
for rescue of a member or team if necessary.for rescue of a member or team if necessary.
Responders are operating in the hot zoneResponders are operating in the hot zonein teams of two or more.in teams of two or more.
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
All responders are monitored beforeAll responders are monitored beforethey can proceed to work in P.P.E.they can proceed to work in P.P.E.
in accordance with the guidelines found inin accordance with the guidelines found inSupplement 5 of the NFPA 472 handbookSupplement 5 of the NFPA 472 handbook
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NFPA 8.3.4.5
Safe operating practices and procedures
Incident Action Plan
Hazardous materials responders are awareHazardous materials responders are awareof clues indicating that the incident mayof clues indicating that the incident may
be a chemical, biological, nuclearbe a chemical, biological, nuclearor explosives incident.or explosives incident.
Efforts are made to notice secondary devicesEfforts are made to notice secondary devicesor attempts to disguise the true natureor attempts to disguise the true natureof the incident if terrorism is suspectedof the incident if terrorism is suspected
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.1
The incident commander shall identify theimportance of pre-incident planning relating
to safety during responses to specific sites.
Incident Action Plan
The information obtained will greatly assist The information obtained will greatly assist in the control of incidents effectively, safely in the control of incidents effectively, safely
and efficiently.and efficiently.
Multiple Benefits derived from Pre-PlanningMultiple Benefits derived from Pre-Planning
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.2
The incident commander shall identify theprocedures for presenting a safety briefingprior to allowing personnel to work on a
hazardous materials / WMD incident.
Incident Action Plan
Briefing done prior to RespondersBriefing done prior to Responders
working the incident and should includeworking the incident and should include
the following elements the following elements
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.2
Safety Briefing Elements should include:Safety Briefing Elements should include:
Incident Action Plan
• Preliminary evaluationPreliminary evaluation• Hazard identificationHazard identification• Description of the siteDescription of the site• Task to be performedTask to be performed• Length of time for taskLength of time for task• Required PPERequired PPE• Monitoring requirements Monitoring requirements • Notification of identified risksNotification of identified risks
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.3
The incident commander shall identify at least threesafety precautions associated with search and rescuemissions at hazardous materials / WMD incidents.
Incident Action Plan
1) Buddy Systems2) Backup Team3) Personal Protective Equipment
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
The following slides will coverThe following slides will coverVarious Methods of DecontaminationVarious Methods of Decontamination
that should be Addressed by thethat should be Addressed by theAuthority Having Jurisdiction Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)(AHJ)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(1)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
1) AbsorptionA. Primarily used to wipe down:
a) Equipmentb) Property
Example:Example: Soil, Diatomaceous Earth, Vermiculite, Anhydrous FillersSoil, Diatomaceous Earth, Vermiculite, Anhydrous Fillers
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Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2013 Chapter 6: Section 6.4
Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Absorption:Absorption:Picking up liquid contaminants with absorbentsPicking up liquid contaminants with absorbentsAdvantage:Advantage:
● Inexpensive and readily availableInexpensive and readily availableLimitations:Limitations:
● Does not alter the hazardous materialDoes not alter the hazardous material● Have limited use on protective clothing andHave limited use on protective clothing and
vertical surfacesvertical surfaces● Disposal of absorbents may be a problemDisposal of absorbents may be a problem
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(a)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(2)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
2) AdsorptionA. Primarily used to Clean Up:
a) Equipmentb) Area
Example:Example: Activated Charcoal, Silica, Fuller’s Clay, Spill PadsActivated Charcoal, Silica, Fuller’s Clay, Spill Pads
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Adsorption:Adsorption:Process in which a hazardous liquid interacts with Process in which a hazardous liquid interacts with (or is bound to) the surface of a sorbent material(or is bound to) the surface of a sorbent materialAdvantage:Advantage:
● Quick controlling with immediate contactQuick controlling with immediate contactLimitations:Limitations:
● Chemical retains it chemical and physicalChemical retains it chemical and physical propertiesproperties
● Process may generate heatProcess may generate heat
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(b)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(3)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
3) Chemical DegradationA. Primarily used to Decon:
a) Structuresb) Vehiclesc) Equipment
Example:Example: Calcium or Sodium Hypochlorite Bleach, Sodium HydroxideCalcium or Sodium Hypochlorite Bleach, Sodium Hydroxide
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Selecting Decontamination ProceduresSelecting Decontamination Procedures
Chemical Degradation:Chemical Degradation:Using another material to change the chemicalUsing another material to change the chemicalstructure of a hazardous materialstructure of a hazardous material
Commonly used materialsCommonly used materials1)1) Household bleachHousehold bleach2)2) Isopropyl alcoholIsopropyl alcohol3)3) Hydrated limeHydrated lime4)4) Household drain cleanerHousehold drain cleaner5)5) Baking sodaBaking soda6)6) Liquid detergentsLiquid detergents
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(c)
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Chemical Degradation:Chemical Degradation:Advantage:Advantage:
● Can reduce cleanup costs and the riskCan reduce cleanup costs and the riskposed to the first responderposed to the first responder
Limitations:Limitations:● Takes time to determine the right chemicalTakes time to determine the right chemical
to use and set up the processto use and set up the process● Can be harmful to first responders if theCan be harmful to first responders if the
process creates heat and toxic vaporsprocess creates heat and toxic vapors
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(c)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(4)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
4) DilutionA. Primarily used to Decon:
a) Personnelb) Vehiclesc) Equipment
Example:Example: WaterWater
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Dilution:Dilution:Using water to flush contaminants fromUsing water to flush contaminants fromcontaminated victims or objects and dilutingcontaminated victims or objects and dilutingwater-soluble hazardous materials to safe levelswater-soluble hazardous materials to safe levels
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(d)
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Dilution:Dilution:Advantage:Advantage:
● The accessibility, speed, and economyThe accessibility, speed, and economy of using Waterof using Water
Limitations:Limitations:● Water may cause a reaction and createWater may cause a reaction and create
even more serious problems.even more serious problems.● Runoff water from the process is stillRunoff water from the process is still
contaminated and must be confined contaminated and must be confined andand
then disposed of properly.then disposed of properly.NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(d)
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
Connecticut Fire AcademyNFPA 8.3.4.5.4(5)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
5) DisinfectionA. Primarily used to Decon:
a) Personnelb) Equipment
Example:Example: Chemical Chemical (Phenolic and Chlorine Compounds, Iodophors)(Phenolic and Chlorine Compounds, Iodophors) and and AntisepticAntiseptic (Iodine, Hexachlorophene) (Iodine, Hexachlorophene)
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Disinfection:Disinfection:Sanitization, DisinfectionSanitization, DisinfectionProcesses that render etiological contaminants Processes that render etiological contaminants
harmlessharmless
Kills most of the microorganisms present using a Kills most of the microorganisms present using a variety of chemical or antiseptic productsvariety of chemical or antiseptic products
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(e)
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Sanitization, DisinfectionSanitization, DisinfectionSanitizationSanitization
● Reduces the number of microorganismsReduces the number of microorganisms present to a safe levelpresent to a safe level (Such as washing(Such as washing
hands with soap and water)hands with soap and water)DisinfectionDisinfection
● Kills most of the microorganisms presentKills most of the microorganisms present
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(e)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(6)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
6) EvaporationA. Limited use to Decon:
a) Equipmentb) Vehiclesc) Structures
Example: Example: Normal AtmosphereNormal Atmosphere
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Evaporation:Evaporation:Can be accomplished by simply waiting long Can be accomplished by simply waiting long enough for hazardous materials to evaporateenough for hazardous materials to evaporate
Not a technique used during emergency Not a technique used during emergency operations, however can be used on tools and operations, however can be used on tools and equipment when exposure time is not a safety issueequipment when exposure time is not a safety issue
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(f)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(7)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
7) Isolation and DisposalA. Limited use to “Dry Decon”:
a) Disposable Clothing
Example: Example: Bagging, Closed Container, then Incinerate or BuryBagging, Closed Container, then Incinerate or Bury
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Isolation and Disposal:Isolation and Disposal:Isolating the contaminated items by collecting them Isolating the contaminated items by collecting them in some fashion and then disposing of them in in some fashion and then disposing of them in accordance with applicable regulations and lawsaccordance with applicable regulations and laws
Not all tools and equipment can be decontaminated Not all tools and equipment can be decontaminated and must be disposed of correctly. Disposal may be and must be disposed of correctly. Disposal may be cheaper and easier than the cost of decontamination.cheaper and easier than the cost of decontamination.
However disposal can be very costly as wellHowever disposal can be very costly as well
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(g)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(8)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
8) NeutralizationA. Limited use to corrosives to control pH
a) Equipmentb) Vehiclesc) Structures
Example: Example: Citric Acid for Citric Acid for AlkaliesAlkalies; Sodium Sesqucarbonate for ; Sodium Sesqucarbonate for AcidsAcids
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Neutralization:Neutralization:Changing the pH of a corrosive; Changing the pH of a corrosive; Raising or Lowering it towards 7 (neutral) on the Raising or Lowering it towards 7 (neutral) on the pH scale pH scale
Correct measurements of Neutralizing agent must Correct measurements of Neutralizing agent must be accomplished prior to mass application due to be accomplished prior to mass application due to possible chemical reaction in accomplishing taskpossible chemical reaction in accomplishing task
ShouldShould NOTNOT be used on Personnelbe used on Personnel
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(h)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(9)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
9) SolidificationA. Limited use to Decon
a) Equipmentb) Vehicles
Example: Example: Cement Covering or Encapsulation then burialCement Covering or Encapsulation then burial
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Selecting Decontamination ProceduresSelecting Decontamination Procedures
Solidification:Solidification:Process that takes a hazardous liquid and treats it Process that takes a hazardous liquid and treats it chemically so that it turns into a solid.chemically so that it turns into a solid.
This process makes the product easier to handle This process makes the product easier to handle but does not change the inherent chemical but does not change the inherent chemical properties of the substance.properties of the substance.
Most are “Cement Based” and are used on SpillsMost are “Cement Based” and are used on Spills
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(i)
Connecticut Fire AcademyNFPA 8.3.4.5.4(10)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
10) SterilizationA. Limited Field Application for Decon
a) Medical Equipmentb) Emergency Response Equipment
Example: Example: Steam, Such as an “Autoclave” Concentrated ChemicalSteam, Such as an “Autoclave” Concentrated Chemical Agents, Ultraviolet Light RadiationAgents, Ultraviolet Light Radiation
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Sterilization:Sterilization:Processes that render etiological contaminants Processes that render etiological contaminants harmlessharmless
Kills all microorganisms present, with chemicals, Kills all microorganisms present, with chemicals, steam, heat, or radiationsteam, heat, or radiation
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(j)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(11)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
11) Vacuuming (referred to as “Dry Decon”)A. Primarily use to Decon
a) Equipmentb) Structuresc) Limited on Personnel
Example: Example: Electric or Pneumatic Vacuums Electric or Pneumatic Vacuums (Some use HEPA Filters)(Some use HEPA Filters)
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Vacuuming:Vacuuming:Process using high efficiency particulate air Process using high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter vacuum cleaners to vacuum solid (HEPA) filter vacuum cleaners to vacuum solid materials such as fibers, dusts, powders, and materials such as fibers, dusts, powders, and particulates from surfaces.particulates from surfaces.
Do Not Use regular vacuums due to lack of proper Do Not Use regular vacuums due to lack of proper filter .. Not fine enough to catch all materialsfilter .. Not fine enough to catch all materials
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(k)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.4(12)
The incident commander shall identify theadvantages and limitations of the following and
describe an example where each decontaminationmethod would be used:
Incident Action Plan
12) WashingA. Primarily used to Decon:
a) Personnelb) Vehiclesc) Equipment
Example:Example: Water with Soap or Detergent to form a Solution Water with Soap or Detergent to form a Solution
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Selecting Decontamination Procedures Selecting Decontamination Procedures
Washing:Washing:Process similar to dilution, but also involves using Process similar to dilution, but also involves using prepared solutions such as solvents, soap and / or prepared solutions such as solvents, soap and / or detergents mixed with water in order to make the detergents mixed with water in order to make the contaminant more water-soluble before rinsing contaminant more water-soluble before rinsing with plain waterwith plain water
Responders need to watch water run-off to ensureResponders need to watch water run-off to ensureProper containment and disposalProper containment and disposal
Taken from Technical Decontamination472-2008 Chapter 6: Module 3
NFPA 6.4.3.2(2)(l)
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NFPA 8.3.4.5.5
The incident commander shall identify theatmospheric and physical safety hazards associated
with hazardous materials / WMD incidentsinvolving confined spaces.
Incident Action Plan
O.S.H.A. 29 CFR 1910.146O.S.H.A. 29 CFR 1910.146Permit-Required Confined SpacesPermit-Required Confined SpacesIC must be familiar with other Regulations such IC must be familiar with other Regulations such as OSHA or Federal, State and Local that impact as OSHA or Federal, State and Local that impact
the overall safety and operationsthe overall safety and operationsCan lead to Substantial FinesCan lead to Substantial Fines
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NFPA A.8.3.4.5.5(1)
Safety hazards associated with confined spacescould include the following:
Incident Action Plan
1) Atmospheric hazardsa)a) Oxygen-deficient atmosphereOxygen-deficient atmosphere
b)b) Oxygen-enriched atmosphereOxygen-enriched atmosphere
c)c) Flammable and explosive atmosphereFlammable and explosive atmosphere
d)d) Toxic AtmosphereToxic Atmosphere
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NFPA A.8.3.4.5.5(2)
Safety hazards associated with confined spacescould include the following:
Incident Action Plan
2) Physical hazardsa)a) Engulfment hazardsEngulfment hazards
b)b) Falls and SlipsFalls and Slips
c)c) Electrical hazardsElectrical hazards
d)d) Structural hazardsStructural hazards
e)e) Mechanical hazardsMechanical hazards
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Activity 8.3.4
Develop an Incident Action PlanDevelop an Incident Action Plan
NFPA 8.3.4
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DEVELOPINGAN INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
NFPA 8.3.4
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• Organized way to the goal • Identifies critical fire ground factors • Identifies the Strategy • Lists the tactical priorities • Resource status • Safety Concerns
INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
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• Should be written • Routine incidents can be run from the Mind
• Tactical worksheets
INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
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INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
Connecticut Fire Academy
Incident CommanderImplementing the
Planned Response
NFPA 8.4
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Given a copy of the emergency response plan andannexes related to hazardous materials / WMD,
the incident commander shall identify therequirements of the plan, including the
procedures for notification and utilizationof non-local resources
(Private, State and Federal Government Personnel) by completing the following requirements:
NFPA 8.4.1
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the role of the command elementduring a hazardous materials / WMD incident.
Dynamic situation (always changing)Dynamic situation (always changing)
Know and Use Local emergency response planKnow and Use Local emergency response plan
Ensure proper notifications have been madeEnsure proper notifications have been made
Notify and utilize non-local resources as neededNotify and utilize non-local resources as needed
Prepare for transfer of commandPrepare for transfer of command
Insure cleanup and restoration services (Recovery)Insure cleanup and restoration services (Recovery)
NFPA 8.4.1(1)
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Describe the concept of Unified Commandand it’s application and use at a
hazardous materials / WMD incident.
Unified Command is an authority structure in which Unified Command is an authority structure in which the role of incident commander is shared by two or the role of incident commander is shared by two or more individuals, each already having authority in a more individuals, each already having authority in a different responding agency.different responding agency.Haz Mat poses multiple unique issues requiring input Haz Mat poses multiple unique issues requiring input from multiple agencies … this must be coordinatedfrom multiple agencies … this must be coordinated
NFPA 8.4.1(2)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the duties and responsibilities of the followinghazardous materials branch / group functions within
the incident command system.
NFPA 8.4.1(3)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the duties and responsibilities of the following hazardous materials branch / group functions within
the incident command system.
Decontamination
Vital that proper Decontamination process isDetermined, can be accomplished, and
is established prior toFirst Responders making entry
NFPA 8.4.1(3)(a)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the duties and responsibilities of the following hazardous materials branch / group functions within
the incident command system.
Entry / Back-Up
Proper staffing of personnel is criticalto ensure the mission can be accomplished
and for the safety of all personnel
NFPA 8.4.1(3)(b)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the duties and responsibilities of the following hazardous materials branch / group functions within
the incident command system.
Hazardous Materials Branch Directoror Group Supervisor
Span of Control is crucial and having “subjectmatter” experts is required to ensure safe
operations and accountability
NFPA 8.4.1(3)(c)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the duties and responsibilities of the following hazardous materials branch / group functions within
the incident command system.
Hazardous Materials Safety
Subject Matter Expert to ensure all safetyrelated issues are identified and proper
procedures followedShould be a 472 Technician Level
NFPA 8.4.1(3)(d)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the duties and responsibilities of the following hazardous materials branch / group functions within
the incident command system.
Information and Research
Once product identification is made,all pertinent information must be gathered,
deciphered and disseminated to affected parties.Info helps determine, Level of protection,Info helps determine, Level of protection,Type decontamination, Mitigation processType decontamination, Mitigation process
NFPA 8.4.1(3)(e)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the steps for implementing the emergency response plans required under Title III Emergency
Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
(SARA) Section 303, or other state and emergency response planning legislation.
NFPA 8.4.1(4)
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The Emergency Response PlansThe Emergency Response PlansIC must know requirements of:SARA title III and Local legislation
•Process is normally set in motion once notification of an incident is made
•The local emergency response plan identifies the scope of the response
•IC must know the plan and officials and/or agencies to be notified for each type or level reported
NFPA 8.4.1(4)
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Given the emergency response planning documents, identify the elements of each of the documents.
● Pre-emergency planning andPre-emergency planning andcoordinationcoordination
● Personnel roles, lines of authority,Personnel roles, lines of authority,training and communicationtraining and communication
● Emergency recognition and preventionEmergency recognition and prevention● Safe distances and places of refugeSafe distances and places of refuge
NFPA 8.4.1(5)
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Given the emergency response planning documents, identify the elements of each of the documents.
● Site security and controlSite security and control● Evacuation routes and proceduresEvacuation routes and procedures● DecontaminationDecontamination● Emergency medical treatmentEmergency medical treatment
and first aidand first aid
NFPA 8.4.1(5)
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Given the emergency response planning documents, identify the elements of each of the documents.
● Emergency alerting and responseEmergency alerting and responseproceduresprocedures
● Critique the response and follow-upCritique the response and follow-up● Personal protective equipment andPersonal protective equipment and
emergency equipmentemergency equipment
If the SOP’s / SOG’s of the Response Team Adequately coverIf the SOP’s / SOG’s of the Response Team Adequately coverthese elements, they are not needed in the LERPthese elements, they are not needed in the LERP
NFPA 8.4.1(5)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the elements of the incident management system necessary to coordinate response activities at
hazardous materials / WMD incidents.
NFPA 8.4.1(6)
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Implementing anIncident Command System
Identify the elements of the incident management system necessary to coordinate response activities at
hazardous materials / WMD incidents.
A.A. Purpose of an Incident Management SystemPurpose of an Incident Management SystemB.B. System structureSystem structure
a)a) ImplementationImplementationb)b) Interagency coordinationInteragency coordinationc)c) Command structureCommand structured)d) Training and qualificationsTraining and qualifications
NFPA 8.4.1(6)
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The Incident Commander performs all major ICScommand and staff responsibilities unless thesefunctions are activated. Position Always Filled
SafetySafetyOfficerOfficerSafetySafetyOfficerOfficer
LiaisonLiaisonOfficerOfficerLiaisonLiaisonOfficerOfficer
Public InformationPublic InformationOfficerOfficer
Public InformationPublic InformationOfficerOfficer
Command Command StaffStaff
IncidentIncidentCommanderCommander
IncidentIncidentCommanderCommander
OperationsOperationsSectionSection
OperationsOperationsSectionSection
PlanningPlanningSectionSection
PlanningPlanningSectionSection
LogisticsLogisticsSectionSection
LogisticsLogisticsSectionSection
Finance /Finance /Admin. SectionAdmin. Section
Finance /Finance /Admin. SectionAdmin. Section
General General StaffStaff
Incident Command System
NFPA 8.4.1(6)
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Who Does What?
Command: Provides overall incident objectives and strategy. Establishes procedures for incident resource ordering. Establishes procedures for resource activation, mobilization, and employment. Approves completed IAP by signature.
Command: Provides overall incident objectives and strategy. Establishes procedures for incident resource ordering. Establishes procedures for resource activation, mobilization, and employment. Approves completed IAP by signature.
Operations: Assists in identifying strategies. Determines tactics to achieve incident objectives. Determines work assignments and resource requirements.
Operations: Assists in identifying strategies. Determines tactics to achieve incident objectives. Determines work assignments and resource requirements.
Logistics: Identifies the logistics requirements to support the tactics.
Logistics: Identifies the logistics requirements to support the tactics.
IncidentIncidentCommanderCommander
IncidentIncidentCommanderCommander
OperationsOperationsSectionSection
OperationsOperationsSectionSection
PlanningPlanningSectionSection
PlanningPlanningSectionSection
LogisticsLogisticsSectionSection
LogisticsLogisticsSectionSection
Finance /Finance /Admin. SectionAdmin. Section
Finance /Finance /Admin. SectionAdmin. Section
Safety OfficerSafety OfficerSafety OfficerSafety Officer
Finance/Admin: Conducts any needed cost-analyses.
Finance/Admin: Conducts any needed cost-analyses.
Planning: Provides status reports, manages the planning process, and produces the IAP.
Planning: Provides status reports, manages the planning process, and produces the IAP.
Safety Officer: Reviews hazards associated with the incident and proposed tactical assignments. Assists in developing safe tactics. Develops safety message(s).
Safety Officer: Reviews hazards associated with the incident and proposed tactical assignments. Assists in developing safe tactics. Develops safety message(s).
NFPA 8.4.1(6)
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BranchesBranchesBranchesBranches Air OpsAir OpsBranchBranchAir OpsAir OpsBranchBranch
DivisionsDivisionsDivisionsDivisions GroupsGroupsGroupsGroups
Operations SectionOperations SectionOperations SectionOperations Section
Single ResourceSingle ResourceSingle ResourceSingle Resource
Task ForceTask ForceTask ForceTask Force
Strike TeamStrike TeamStrike TeamStrike Team
ResourcesResourcesUnitUnit
ResourcesResourcesUnitUnit
Planning SectionPlanning SectionPlanning SectionPlanning Section
Demob.Demob.UnitUnit
Demob.Demob.UnitUnit
SituationSituationUnitUnit
SituationSituationUnitUnit
Doc.Doc.UnitUnitDoc.Doc.UnitUnit
Logistics SectionLogistics SectionLogistics SectionLogistics Section Finance /Finance /Administration SectionAdministration Section
Finance /Finance /Administration SectionAdministration Section
TimeTimeUnitUnitTimeTimeUnitUnit
CompensationCompensationClaims UnitClaims Unit
CompensationCompensationClaims UnitClaims Unit
ProcurementProcurementUnitUnit
ProcurementProcurementUnitUnit
CostCost UnitUnitCostCost UnitUnit
Incident CommanderIncident CommanderIncident CommanderIncident Commander
Public InformationPublic InformationOfficerOfficer
Public InformationPublic InformationOfficerOfficer
LiaisonLiaisonOfficerOfficerLiaisonLiaisonOfficerOfficer
SafetySafetyOfficerOfficerSafetySafetyOfficerOfficer
Commun.Commun.UnitUnit
Commun.Commun.UnitUnit
MedicalMedicalUnitUnit
MedicalMedicalUnitUnit
FoodFoodUnitUnit
FoodFoodUnitUnit
ServiceServiceBranchBranchServiceServiceBranchBranch
SupportSupportBranchBranchSupportSupportBranchBranch
SupplySupplyUnitUnit
SupplySupplyUnitUnit
FacilitiesFacilitiesUnitUnit
FacilitiesFacilitiesUnitUnit
GroundGroundSupportSupport
UnitUnit
GroundGroundSupportSupport
UnitUnit
Incident Command System
NFPA 8.4.1(6)
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HazmatHazmatBranch DirectorBranch Director
Resource / Resource / InformationInformation
Recon / Recon / Entry TeamEntry Team Hazmat MedicalHazmat Medical DecontaminationDecontamination DEP /DEP /
ContractorContractor
HazmatHazmatSafety OfficerSafety Officer
Back Up TeamBack Up Team TechnicalTechnical
Emergency DeconEmergency Decon
PD – ESUPD – ESU
Operations ChiefOperations Chief
Incident CommanderIncident Commander
Hazardous Materials ICS
NFPA 8.4.1(6)
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Planning Planning SectionSection
Planning Planning SectionSection
ResourcesResourcesUnitUnit
ResourcesResourcesUnitUnit
DemobilizationDemobilizationUnitUnit
DemobilizationDemobilizationUnitUnit
SituationSituationUnitUnit
SituationSituationUnitUnit
DocumentationDocumentationUnitUnit
DocumentationDocumentationUnitUnit
Info. & Info. & Intelligence UnitIntelligence Unit
Info. & Info. & Intelligence UnitIntelligence Unit
OperationsOperationsSectionSection
OperationsOperationsSectionSection
PlanningPlanningSectionSection
PlanningPlanningSectionSection
LogisticsLogisticsSectionSection
LogisticsLogisticsSectionSection
Finance/Admin.Finance/Admin.SectionSection
Finance/Admin.Finance/Admin.SectionSection
Info. & Info. & Intelligence SectionIntelligence Section
Info. & Info. & Intelligence SectionIntelligence Section
Based on the incident needs, the Based on the incident needs, the information and intelligenceinformation and intelligence function function may be activated as a fifth Section, as may be activated as a fifth Section, as an element within the Operations or an element within the Operations or Planning Sections, or as part of the Planning Sections, or as part of the Command Staff.Command Staff.
Info. & Intelligence Info. & Intelligence BranchBranch
Info. & Intelligence Info. & Intelligence BranchBranch
Operations Operations SectionSection
Operations Operations SectionSection
Incident Incident CommanderCommander
Incident Incident CommanderCommander
Info. & IntelligenceInfo. & Intelligence Officer Officer
Info. & IntelligenceInfo. & Intelligence Officer Officer
Information and Intelligence
NFPA 8.4.1(6)
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Initiating the Incident Command System
Identify the purpose, need, benefits, and elements of theIdentify the purpose, need, benefits, and elements of theincident command system for hazardous materials /incident command system for hazardous materials /
WMD incidents.WMD incidents.
NIMSNIMSNational Incident Management SystemNational Incident Management System
Mandated by HSPD-5 in 2003Mandated by HSPD-5 in 2003
NIMS provides a consistent nationwide template toNIMS provides a consistent nationwide template toenable all government, private-sector andenable all government, private-sector and
non-governmental organizations to work togethernon-governmental organizations to work togetherduring domestic incidents.during domestic incidents.
NFPA 5.4.3(3)
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Initiating the Incident Command System
NIMSNIMS
Made up of Five Major ComponentsMade up of Five Major Components PreparednessPreparedness Communications and Information ManagementCommunications and Information Management Resource ManagementResource Management Command and ManagementCommand and Management Ongoing Management and MaintenanceOngoing Management and Maintenance
NFPA 5.4.3(3)
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Initiating the Incident Command System
NIMS – NIMS – Core ClassesCore Classes IS-700IS-700 NIMS – An IntroductionNIMS – An Introduction IS-800IS-800 NRF – An IntroductionNRF – An Introduction ICS-100ICS-100 Introduction to ICSIntroduction to ICS ICS-200ICS-200 ICS for Single Resources & Initial ActionICS for Single Resources & Initial Action ICS-300ICS-300 Intermediate ICS for Expanding IncidentsIntermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents ICS-400ICS-400 Advanced ICS for Command & General Advanced ICS for Command & General
StaffStaff
Classes are Dynamic; Versions updated periodicallyClasses are Dynamic; Versions updated periodicallyNFPA 5.4.3(3)
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Connecticut Haz Mat Resources
D. E. E. P.D. E. E. P.
Emergency Services Unit – State PoliceEmergency Services Unit – State Police
Region 1 – Fairfield – FCHIRT Region 1 – Fairfield – FCHIRT
Region 2 – New Haven – NHASH Region 2 – New Haven – NHASH
Region 3 – Hartford – CRHMRT Region 3 – Hartford – CRHMRT
Region 4 – New London – CERRITRegion 4 – New London – CERRIT
Region 5 – Litchfield – NWRHZMT Region 5 – Litchfield – NWRHZMT
Civil Support Team – CST – Civil Support Team – CST – (air monitoring)(air monitoring)
NFPA 5.4.3(3)
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Identify the primary government agenciesand identify the scope of their regulatory
authority (including the regulations) pertainingto the production, transportation, storage,and use of hazardous materials and the
disposal of hazardous wastes.
NFPA 8.4.1(7)
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Identify the governmental agencies and resourcesthat can offer assistance during a hazardous
materials / WMD incident and identify their roleand the type of assistance or resources that
might be available.
NFPA 8.4.1(8)
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Resources that can offer assistance.
NFPA 8.4.1(8)
U. S. Coast Guard
Operated by the Coast Guard, the National Response Center (NRC) is the sole U.S.
Government point of contact for reporting all oil, chemical, radiological, biological, and
etiological discharges into the environment anywhere in the United States and its
territories.
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Resources that can offer assistance.
NFPA 8.4.1(8)
An agency of the U.S. federal government which was created for the purpose of
protecting human health and the environment by writing and enforcing regulations based on laws passed by
Congress.
Environmental Protection Agency
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Resources that can offer assistance.
NFPA 8.4.1(8)
Federal Bureau of Investigation
A governmental agency belonging to the United States Department of Justice that
serves as both a federal criminal investigative body and an internal
intelligence agency (counterintelligence).
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Resources that can offer assistance.
A Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team (WMD-CST or CST) advises civilian responders in the event of a suspected weapon of mass destruction attack.
Logo of Connecticut Civil Support TeamLogo of Connecticut Civil Support Team
NFPA 8.4.1(8)
Civil Support Team
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Resources that can offer assistance.
State and Local Government Agencies
•Department of Energy and Environmental Protection•Connecticut State Police•Department of Public Health•Department of Transportation
•All of these Agencies and others have local counterparts as wellAll of these Agencies and others have local counterparts as well
NFPA 8.4.1(8)
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Resources that can offer assistance.
Private Sector
•Industrial Facilities • ie. Pfizers, Pratt and Whitney, Chemical companies
•Laboratories•Hospitals•Construction Contractors•Others
NFPA 8.4.1(8)
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Resources that can offer assistance.
CHEMTREC / CANUTEC / SETIQ
Found in ERG
But Not Limited to Just These IdentifiedBut Not Limited to Just These IdentifiedNFPA 8.4.1(8)
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Activity 8.4.1
Incident Command SystemIncident Command System
NFPA 8.4.1
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Directing ResourcesPrivate and Governmental
Given a scenario involving a hazardousmaterials / WMD incident and the necessary
resources to implement the planned response, the incident commander shall demonstratethe ability to direct the resources in a safeand efficient manner consistent with the
capabilities of those resources.
NFPA 8.4.2
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Directing ResourcesPrivate and Governmental
Criteria and factors should include the following:
1) Task Assignmenta)a) based on strategic and tactical optionsbased on strategic and tactical options
2) Operational Safety3) Operational Effectiveness4) Planning Support5) Logistical Support6) Administrative Support
NFPA 8.4.2
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Activity 8.4.2
Directing ResourcesDirecting Resources
NFPA 8.4.2
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Providing a Focal Point for Information Transfer to the Media and Elected OfficialsGiven a scenario involving a hazardousmaterials / WMD incident, the incidentcommander shall identify informationto be provided to the media and local,state and federal officials and shall
complete the following task:
NFPA 8.4.3
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Information Transfer to the Media and Elected Officials
Identify the local policy for providinginformation to the media.
Should be included in the LERP and SOPs / SOGsAccurate information prevents public panicMedia can assist in a hazardous materials response team:
Potential Evacuations / Routes to TakePotential Evacuations / Routes to TakeAny “Pro-Active Actions” RequiredAny “Pro-Active Actions” RequiredLocations of Shelters / Evacuation CentersLocations of Shelters / Evacuation CentersContact Phone Numbers for further InformationContact Phone Numbers for further Information
NFPA 8.4.3(1)
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Information Transfer to the Media and Elected Officials
Identify the responsibilities of thepublic information officer and the Liaison Officer
at a hazardous materials / WMD incident.
NFPA 8.4.3(2)
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Information Transfer to the Media and Elected Officials
Public Information OfficerPublic Information Officer
• Part of the incident commander’s “Staff”• Spokesperson for the incident• Requires “Special Training” Public Info / Media Relations• Establish press area in a safe location• Establish regularly scheduled “Briefings”• Provides escorts, if necessary for safety• Identify safe areas media can go un-escorted
NFPA 8.4.3(2)
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Information Transfer to the Media and Elected Officials
Liaison OfficerLiaison Officer
• Part of the incident commander’s “Staff”• Requires “Special Training”• Provides escorts, if necessary for safety
NFPA 8.4.3(2)
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Information Transfer to the Media and Elected Officials
Describe the concept of a joint information center(JIC) and it’s application and use at ahazardous materials / WMD incident.
Focal Point for Incident Related InformationCoordinates Timely Release to Public and Media
Can provide:Can provide:Warning information – What cautions to knowAssistance information – where to go for help
NFPA 8.4.3(2)
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Activity 8.4.3
Information TransferInformation Transfer
NFPA 8.4.3
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Incident Commander
Evaluating Progress
NFPA 8.5
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Given scenarios involving hazardousmaterials / WMD incidents, the incident
commander shall evaluate the progress of theincident action plan to determine whether the
efforts are accomplishing the response objectives
and shall complete the following task:
NFPA 8.5.1
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Identify the procedures for evaluating whetherthe response options are effective in accomplishing
the objectives.
Is the incident stabilizing or increasing in intensity ?
Feedback required:Allows modification to Strategic Goals or Action Options
NFPA 8.5.1(1)
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Identify the procedures for evaluating whetherthe response options are effective in accomplishing
the objectives.
Feedback should include:a)a) Effectiveness of personnelEffectiveness of personnelb)b) Personal protective clothing and equipmentPersonal protective clothing and equipmentc)c) Control zonesControl zonesd)d) Decontamination proceduresDecontamination procedurese)e) Action options implementedAction options implemented
NFPA 8.5.1(1)
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Identify the steps for comparing actual behaviorof the material and the container to that predicted
in the analysis process.
Actual vs. predicted behavior As Predicted: Out of Sequence: or differentAs Predicted: Out of Sequence: or different
Predicted events outcomes as anticipated Constant Evaluation:Constant Evaluation: Continued Until TerminationContinued Until Termination
No SurprisesNFPA 8.5.1(2)
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Determine the effectiveness of the following:
NFPA 8.5.1(3)(a)
a) Control, Containment or Confinement Operations
• Is the spill or leak getting better, worse,or staying the same?
• Are downwind readings stabilizingor getting worse?
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Determine the effectiveness of the following:
NFPA 8.5.1(3)(b)
b) Decontamination Process
• Decontamination effectiveness will be determined by on-scene technicians using several methods including chemical swipes, air monitoring, spectroscopy, UV light testing, etc…
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Determine the effectiveness of the following:
NFPA 8.5.1(3)(c)
c) Established Control Zones
• This will be determined by continuous monitoring of the zones. Pre-determined levels found in each zone will help command staff determine if zones are appropriately sized or need to be adjusted.
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Determine the effectiveness of the following:
NFPA 8.5.1(3)(d)
d) Personnel Being Used
• Operations should be able to provide estimates as to the effectiveness of on-scene personnel. Adjustments will need to be made to provide for a tactical reserve.
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Determine the effectiveness of the following:
NFPA 8.5.1(3)(e)
e) Personal Protective Clothing
• On-scene technicians will be able to provide information on the compatibility of the PPE with the chemicals present. If the PPE available is not compatible with the chemical present tactics will have to be altered or new PPE acquired.
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Evaluating Progress of theIncident Action Plan
Make modifications to the incident action planas necessary:
NFPA 8.5.1(4)
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Activity 8.5.1
Evaluating ProgressEvaluating Progress
NFPA 8.5.1
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Transferring Command and Control Both during the
Response Phase and the Post-Response Phase
Given a scenario involving a hazardous materials /WMD incident, the emergency response plan, and
standard operating procedures, the incidentcommander shall be able to identify the steps to be
taken to transfer command and control of the incident
NFPA 8.5.2
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Transferring Command and Control Both during the
Response Phase and the Post-Response Phase
Command can be transferredonly to an individual who is on-scene
NFPA 8.5.2(1)
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Transferring Command and Control Both during the
Response Phase and the Post-Response Phase
Fully brief the incoming command and control personon the details of the incident, including response
objectives and priorities, resources committed,unmet needs, and safety issues
NFPA 8.5.2(2)
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Transferring Command and Control
The appropriate steps to transfer command and
control of the incident include the following:
NFPA 8.5.2
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Transferring Command and Control
The appropriate steps to transfer command and
control of the incident include the following:
Procedure should be identified in LERP and SOP / SOG.• One Officer to another of Higher Rank• Higher Authority / More Responsibility• Change in Incident Level:
– Local vs. State vs. Federal
• Change in Incident “Phase”– Emergency vs. Non-Emergency– Mitigation vs. Crime Scene– Mitigation vs. Remediation / Clean-up
NFPA 8.5.2
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Activity 8.5.2
Transferring CommandTransferring Command
NFPA 8.5.2
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CHANGE OFCOMMAND
NFPA 8.5.2
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• Demonstrate a proper Change of Command and the Information Transfer required
INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
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NFPA 8.5.2
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Incident Commander
Terminating the Incident
NFPA 8.6
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Terminating Response OptionsGiven a scenario involving a hazardousmaterials / WMD incident, in which the
incident action plan objectives have beenachieved, the hazardous materials incident
commander shall describe the steps taken toterminate the incident consistent with the
emergency response plan and / or standardoperating procedures and shall complete the
following task.
NFPA 8.6.1
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Terminating the IncidentIdentify the steps required for terminatingthe hazardous materials / WMD incident
NFPA 8.6.1(1)
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Terminating the IncidentIdentify the procedures for conducting
incident debriefings at ahazardous materials / WMD incident
NFPA 8.6.1(2)
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Activity 8.6.1
Incident TerminationIncident Termination
NFPA 8.6.1
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Conducting a Debriefing
Given scenarios involving a hazardous materials /WMD incident, the incident commander shall conduct
a debriefing of the incident and shall complete thefollowing tasks:
NFPA 8.6.2
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Conducting a Debriefing
1) Describe three components of effective debriefing.
2) Describe the key topics in an effective debriefing.
3) Describe when a debriefing should take place.
4) Describe who should be involved in a debriefing.
5) Identify procedures for conducting incident debriefings at hazardous materials / WMD incidents.
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Activity 8.6.2
Incident DebriefingIncident Debriefing
NFPA 8.6.2
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Conducting a Critique
Given details of a scenario involving a multi-agencyhazardous materials / WMD incident, the incidentcommander shall conduct a critique of the incident
and shall complete the following tasks:
NFPA 8.6.3
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1) Describe three components of an effective critique.
2) Describe who should be involved in a critique.
3) Describe why an effective critique is necessary after a hazardous materials / WMD incident.
4) Describe what written documents should be prepared as a result of the critique.
5) Implement the procedure for conducting a critique of the incident.
Conducting a Critique
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Activity 8.6.3
Incident CritiqueIncident Critique
NFPA 8.6.3
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Reporting and Documenting
Given a scenario involving a hazardous materials /WMD incident, the incident commander shalldemonstrate the ability to report and document
the incident consistent with local, state,and federal requirements and shall
complete the following tasks:
NFPA 8.6.4
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Reporting and Documenting
Identify the reporting requirements of thefederal, state, and local agencies.
Should be identified in LERP to identify various agenciesMany agencies have own specific requirements for reportingIC responsible for proper notification and completed reports
Example:Example:EPA – Environmental incidents (state of CT. is DEEP)EPA – Environmental incidents (state of CT. is DEEP)Law Enforcement – Criminal InvestigationsLaw Enforcement – Criminal InvestigationsCoast Guard – Water waysCoast Guard – Water waysHealth DepartmentHealth Department
NFPA 8.6.4(1)
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Reporting and Documenting
Identify the importance of the documentation for a hazardous materials / WMD incident, including training records,exposure records, incident reports, and critique reports.
•Legal action may take years•Ramifications wide spread•Accurate history of incident•Personnel level of training and currency•Potential health issues for responders and civilians
•IC may need to explain and justify actions / decisions•Why and how personnel were used
NFPA 8.6.4(2)
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Reporting and Documenting
Identify the steps in keeping an activity log and exposure records for hazardous materials / WMD incidents.
• IC should assign someone to maintain records of event:–(Finance / Admin staff) Beneficial for Incident Analysis / Critique
•Personnel Exposure Records:–Type Exposure–Exposure Level–Length of Exposure–Type P.P.E. Provided and Worn–Equipment Used–Type of Decontamination–On Scene EMS / Baseline Data / Evaluation
NFPA 8.6.4(3)
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Reporting and DocumentingGiven a scenario involving a hazardous materials / WMD
incident, the incident commander shall demonstrate the abilityto report and document the incident consistent with local,
state, and federal requirements and shallcomplete the following tasks:
Identify the requirements for filing documents and maintaining records found in the emergency
response plan or standard operating procedures.
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Reporting and DocumentingGiven a scenario involving a hazardous materials / WMD
incident, the incident commander shall demonstrate the abilityto report and document the incident consistent with local,
state, and federal requirements and shallcomplete the following tasks:
Identify the procedures required for legal documentation and chain of custody and continuity
described in the standard operating proceduresor the emergency response plan.
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Activity 8.6.4
Incident DocumentationIncident Documentation
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Practical Application
Large Scale ScenarioLarge Scale Scenario
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MULTI-VEHICLE ACCIDENTPART A
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• You have responded to an Interstate highway chain reaction collision accident involving 6 automobiles and two tractor-trailers on October 15th at 1315 hrs.
• There are three fatalities in the autos and both of the injured truck drivers have been extricated and transported to the hospital.
• The interstate passes through a section of town that
is zoned commercial.
• Weather is: Sunny, 65 degrees with a gently southeast breeze.
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• Both tractor-trailer rigs have overturned and split open.
• Truck #1 is displaying a Corrosive placard (Hazard Class 8) and a Flammable Liquids Placard (Hazard Class 3).
• Truck #2 is displaying a Radioactive Materials placard.
• A RECON of the tractor-trailers conducted by the Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT)
reveals that Truck #1 is carrying 55-gallon drums of
corrosives and flammable liquids.
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• The shipping papers recovered from Truck # 1 in the cab
of the tractor reveal that the products four digit
identification numbers are 1114 and 1760.
• Truck #2 contains about fifty 25 gallon sized fiberboard
drums marked with a radioactive label showing two
red vertical bars.
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ON SCENE
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• 1 Engine, 1 Heavy Rescue, • 2 Ambulances
– (with your typical staffing)• CSP has 2 troopers available
INITIAL ASSIGNMENT
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• Drivers extricated• Cargo recognized as dangerous and conveyed to you (IC)
• Begin part A of the activity
INITIAL ACTIONS
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• Multiple trucks involved• 25 fiber board containers with radioactive label
• UN #’s displayed are – #1114 (Ten 55 gallon drums)– #1760 ( Twelve 55 gallon drums)
ON SCENE
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• 20 Tychem TK level B suits with gloves/boots
• 8 Trellbourg VPS level A suits• Full decon cache• Responds with 4 firefighters trained to OSHA technician level
AVAILABLE ALL HAZARDS TRAILER15 MINUTES AWAY
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• CRHMRT – Hartford• NHASH – New Haven• NRHMRT – Northeast• CERRIT – New London
REGIONAL HAZMAT ASSET NEEDED?
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• (3) of the 1114 drums are leaking• (2) of the 1760 drums are leaking• Readings by the truck:
– PID levels above PEL– Corrosive vapors not present– Flammable readings at 9 % LEL in trailer only– 25 Milli-REM per hour at the boxes
RECON
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END OF PART A
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MULTI-VEHICLE ACCIDENTPART B
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PART B OF ACTIVITY (45 MINUTES)
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• Materials leaking are now leaving the back of the truck
• There is a series of storm drains that lead to a tributary creek that flows to Long Island Sound
• There are several wells in the area that supply homes and business
INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
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• State Police accident reconstruction team is assembling and asking for an estimated time that they can begin work
• The Governors office has received notification of this incident and will be sending a representative
INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
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INCIDENT ACTION PLAN OK … WHAT NOW?
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END OF PART B
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PREPARETHEBRIEFINGPART C
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• Establish a brief from the Command Post for:– Governor– Mayor/Selectmen – Media
INCIDENT ACTION PLAN
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END OF PART C
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TERMINATION
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• Perform the following– Debriefing– Documentation– Critique
TERMINATION
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END OF PART D
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