hazmat #2, Hazardous material response!!!!!!!

Prior to allowing responders to act, they should be briefed on all of the following except: a. The immediate goal b. The material's effects c. The escape route d. How to plug a leak

d. How to plug a leak

Common hazardous materials stored in nonbulk packages, referred to as bags, are:A. liquidsB. corrosivesC. fertilizersD. poisons

C. fertilizers

Blood agents, such as Arsine, would fall under which UN/DOT hazard class and division?A. 1.1B. 2.3C. 1.2D. 6.1

B. 2.3

Which of the following components of a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus reduces high storage pressure and controls the flow of air to the user?A. Pressure gaugeB. RegulatorC. ValvesD. PASS device

B. Regulator

The elapsed time between initial contact of a chemical with the outside surface of the chemical protective equipment and detection at the inside surface of the materials is called:A. permeationB. breakthrough timeC. penetrationD. degradation

B. breakthrough time

A process by which a hazardous liquid flow is redirected away from an area is called:A. retentionB. diversionC. dispersionD. absorption

B. diversion

Which of the following value represents an atmosphere that poses an immediate hazard to life or produces immediate, irreversible, debilitating effects on health?A. PELB. RELC. IDLHD. TLV-TWA

C. IDLH

Each individual reporting to only one supervisor defines:A. Span of OperationsB. Span of ControlC. Unity of CommandD. Unified Command

C. Unity of Command

A Level II incident that is beyond the normal capabilities of the first responder having jurisdiction and may require a response from:A. the National Response CenterB. the National Radiological CommissionC. a hazardous material response team.D. Chemtrec

C. a hazardous material response team

To minimize the physical limitations of PPE, a firefighter should:A. remove his/her own PPEB. immediately remove the PPEC. hydrate frequentlyD. ignore heat stress when wearing PPE

C. hydrate frequently

Chemical vapor protective clothing should be used when ___________ are suspected.A. corrosivesB. splash hazardsC. extremely hazardous substancesD. All of the above

D. All of the above

Work uniforms that provide minimal protection best defines EPA Level _______ protection.A. AB. BC. CD. D

D. D

Which of the following exposure values could be repeated a maximum of four times daily for 15 minutes with a 60-minute rest period between exposures?A. TLV-CB. IDLHC. TLV-TWAD. TLV-STEL

D. TLV-STEL

Packaging used for transport with extremely low levels of radioactivity that present no risk to the public or environment is known as:A. Concrete BoxB. ExceptedC. IndustrialD. Type b

D. Type B

When implementing tactical activities during a bomb event, responders should:A. use only one radio when in close proximity to the deviceB. stage in the line-of-sight path of the suspected deviceC. move the device away from primary exposuresD. be alert for secondary devices D. be alert for secondary devices

D. be alert for secondary devices

When assisting emergency personnel out of their personal protective equipment (PPE), it is important to remember to: a. Immediately remove PPE as quickly as possible to allow personnel to cool rapidly and avoiding overheating. b. Remove PPE slowly so as not to shock the body. c. Cut off all PPE since it can not be used again. d. Both A and C are correct.

b. Remove PPE slowly so as not to shock the body.

When applying water to a highway tanker or railway tank car with flame impingement, the minimum amount of water to be used _____ gpm at the point of flame impingement. a. 500 b. 1,000 c. 250 d. 2,000

a. 500

Within the Incident Command System, the optimum span of control is: a. 5:1 b. 8:1 c. 10:1 d. 30:1

a. 5:1

Level III incidents often require the technical expertise of _____ to be brought in for appropriate handling of such an incident. a. A specialist from an industrial and/or governmental team. b. A mutual aide fire department. c. Firefighters with hazardous material clothing. d. A government representative.

a. A specialist from an industrial and/or governmental team.

What single item makes a Level B ensemble different from the lower levels of PPE? a. APR b. SCBA c. Hard Hat d. Inner/Outer gloves

b. SCBA

The person who advises the Incident Commander of existing or potentially unsafe conditions, monitoring conditions of personnel, and compliance with standard operating procedures is the: a. Operations officer b. Safety officer c. Recon officer d. Team leader

b. Safety officer

At a hazardous materials incident, the safety officer's responsibilities include all of the following except: a. Obtaining briefings from the Incident Commander. b. Participating in preparation of and monitoring the safety plan. c. Being the coordination point between the IC and any assisting agency. d. Altering Suspending, or terminating any activity that is judged to be unsafe.

c. Being the coordination point between the IC and any assisting agency.

The _____ is the location where information gathering occurs, and both technical and administrative functions are assigned. a. Command post b. Warm zone c. Staging area d. New media post

a. Command post

_____ is designed to remove contaminates that pose immediate threat to life. a. Emergency decontamination b. Secondary decontamination c. Decontamination d. Primary decontamination

a. Emergency decontamination

Back-up personnel should be advised of the incident action plan and positioned in the _____ zone. a. Hot b. Warm c. Cold. d. Emergency

c. Cold.

Where would you find a Waybill/Consist? a. Engine or caboose b. Cab of Vehicle c. Cockpit d. Wheelhouse, bridge or pile-like container (on a barge) e. Cargo hold

a. Engine or caboose

Once the Safety Officer arrives on the scene, the Incident Commander should: a. Have the Safety Officer review the incident action plan. b. Delegate command to the Safety Officer c. Place the Safety Officer under operations. d. Make the Safety Officer a branch officer.

a. Have the Safety Officer review the incident action plan.

The Safety Officer notices a critical emergency condition at an incident. The Safety Officer should: a. Intervene in the unsafe action. b. Discipline the offenders. c. Take over the IC position. d. Consult with on-scene personnel.

a. Intervene in the unsafe action.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding hazardous materials incident evacuation/sheltering-in-place and select your answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: The decision to evacuate or shelter-in-place is relatively easy to make. Statement 2: Sheltering-in-place is a method of safeguarding people in a hazardous area by keeping them in a safe atmosphere, usually inside structures. Statement 3: Evacuation is always preferred over sheltering-in-place. a. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. b. Statement 2 is true; statements 1 and 3 are false. c. Statements 2 and 3 are true; statement 1 is false. d. All three statements are true.

b. Statement 2 is true; statements 1 and 3 are false.

To minimize the physical limitations of PPE, a firefighter should: a. Immediately remove the PPE b. Hydrate frequently c. Ignore heat stress when wearing PPE d. Remove his/her own PPE

b. Hydrate frequently

The individual responsible for establishing and managing the overall plan, developing an organizational structure, and allocating resources best describes the: a. Safety officer b. Incident Commander c. Operations Section Chief d. Decontamination Officer

b. Incident Commander

When dealing with a Level III incident, it is expected that evacuation of people will cover an area of: a. Several square blocks b. Large scale evacuation. c. One mile up wind d. One block in each direction

b. Large scale evacuation.

The hazardous materials PPE ensemble level most commonly used is a. Level A b. Level B c. Level C d. Level D

b. Level B

Which of the following is not a consideration when setting up an emergency decontamination area? a. Accessibility b. Location of incident command c. Location of water supply d. Surface material

b. Location of incident command

Which of the following components of a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus reduces high storage pressure and controls the flow of air to the user? a. PASS device b. Regulator c. Pressure gauge d. Valves

b. Regulator

When assisting emergency personnel out of their personal protective equipment (PPE), it is important to remember to: a. Immediately remove PPE as quickly as possible to allow personnel top cool rapidly and avoid overheating. b. Remove PPE slowly so as not to shock the body. c. Cut off all PPE since it can not be used again. d. Both A and C are correct.

b. Remove PPE slowly so as not to shock the body.

If the safety officer notices an unsafe activity at an emergency, the safety officer should: a. Consult with the Incident Commander b. Stop the activity immediately c. Call the Incident Commander on the radio. d. Report the activity to the highest rank

b. Stop the activity immediately

Each individual reporting to only one supervisor defines: a. Unified command b. Unity of command c. Span of control d. Span of operations

b. Unity of command

When operating at a Haz-Mat scene, which of the following is required when using PPE? a. Brand of PPE available b. Utilization of the buddy system c. Mounting/storage method d. Speed in donning and activation

b. Utilization of the buddy system

A fire involving a DOT hazard class 5.1 oxidizer generally requires large volumes of: a. Foam b. Water c. Extinguishing powder d. Foam and extinguishing powder.

b. Water

There are many ways that personnel, personal protection equipment, apparatus, and tools become contaminated. Of the following, all are means of contamination except: a. Working in the hot zone. b. Working upwind and uphill from the hot zone. c. Parking apparatus down wind. d. Working in the decontamination area.

b. Working upwind and uphill from the hot zone.

When trying to prevent a BLEVE from occurring, the most commonly accepted minimum flow is _____ gpm. a. 250 b. 750 c. 500 d. 1000

c. 500

When responding to a potential hazardous material incident the safest way to approach the scene is to: a. Take the most direct route to the scene. b. Approach from down wind as this will allow you to detect any odors from a greater distance from the scene. c. Approach from uphill and upwind even if it requires a longer response time. d. Stage the vehicles downhill and upwind until the Haz mat team arrives.

c. Approach from uphill and upwind even if it requires a longer response time.

Identify the five major function within the Incident Command System. a. Command, safety, liaison, information and operations. b. Command, planning, safety, logistics and finance. c. Command, operations, planning, logistics and finance. d. Operations, logistics, planning, support and service.

c. Command, operations, planning, logistics and finance.

At a hazardous materials emergency, the Operations section serves the task of: a. Establishing incident objectives. b. Controlling and overseeing equipment and personnel inventories. c. Controlling the tactical portion of the incident. d. Coordinating all medical and health concerns at the incident.

c. Controlling the tactical portion of the incident.

Dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased urine output are all signs of: a. Heat stroke b. Heat cramps c. Heat Exhaustion d. Both B and C are correct

c. Heat Exhaustion

The zone where contamination has occurred or has the potential to occur and requires established entry and exit control points, is known as a _____ zone. a. Warm/contamination reduction b. Safety c. Hot/exclusion d. Cold/support

c. Hot/exclusion

At a suspected terrorist incident, evidence collection is primarily the responsibility of: a. Whoever located the evidence b. The Haz-Mat group c. Law enforcement d. The CIA

c. Law enforcement

This suit is used where splashes may occur, but where respiratory hazards are minimal. a. Level A b. Level B c. Level C d. Level D

c. Level C

Which of the following is a type of drum? a. Vessicants b. Wood barrels c. Open heads d. Bulk containers

c. Open heads

A ____ sound often occurs when metal has been softened by high heat. a. Crunching b. Scraping c. Pinging d. Banging

c. Pinging

All of the following are protective actions that must be taken during in-place protection except: a. Closing all windows b. Closing all doors c. Monitoring local TV and radio stations d. Ensuring HVAC System remains operating

d. Ensuring HVAC System remains operating

When a fire involves the cargo of a truck transporting explosives, the responders should: a. Increase water application immediately. b. Try to separate unburned cargo. c. Attempt to move the involved vehicle to a safer location. d. Immediately evacuate the area.

d. Immediately evacuate the area.

The first step or most important thing to accomplish upon arrival at a hazardous materials or suspected hazardous materials incident is: a. Identification of the spilled or released product. b. Victim recovery c. Notification of the hazardous materials response team d. Isolation of the area and prevention of entry

d. Isolation of the area and prevention of entry

All of the following statements about emergency decontamination are true except: a. It can be implemented without a formal decontamination area. b. It provides only gross decontamination. c. The victim may still pose a threat of secondary contamination. d. It removes the threat of secondary contamination.

d. It removes the threat of secondary contamination.

Which of the following statements is true concerning the proper procedures for dilution of a spill?A. Fuels, oils, and other hydrocarbons are readily diluted with water.B. Flush the material into a waterwayC. A foam blanket should be applied and repeated frequentlyD. Dilution may be effective when combined with other containment tactics

A. Fuels, oils, and other hydrocarbons are readily diluted with water.

You have arrived on the scene of a hazardous materials incident involving pesticides. On one of the pesticide labels, you notice the statement, "Keep from waterways". This statement is called the:A. Hazard StatementB. Danger StatementC. EPA StatementD. Signal Words

A. Hazard Statement

A single or double manhole assembly protected by a flash box and roll-over protection is an identification features of a(n) _________ carrier:A. MC 312B. MC 307C. MC 331D. MC 306

A. MC 312 -AKA corrosive tanker - this tanker is used to carry corrosive material such as sulfirc acid, phosphoric acid, and sodium hydroxide -this cargo tank is identifiable by the presence of rings around the tank and operates anywhere from 15-25 psi

When assisting emergency personnel out of their personal protective equipment (PPE), it is important to remember to:A. remove PPE slowly so as not to shock the bodyB. cut off all PPE since it can not be used againC. Both A and C are correctD. immediately remove PPE as quickly as possible to allow personnel to cool rapidly and avoid overheating

D. immediately remove PPE as quickly as possible to allow personnel to cool rapidly and avoid overheating

Under fire conditions, indicators preceding a rupture of a compressed gas tank include all of the following except:A. a change in the position of the tankB. discoloration of the tankC. a high-pitched whistleD. leakage of the hazardous material

D. leakage of the hazardous material

Materials that emit ionizing radiation are called __________ materials?A. lethal-concentrationB. negative-ionC. synesgeousD. radioactive

D. radioactive

Which of the following correctly identifies the purpose, advantages, and limitations of structural firefighting protective clothing at hazardous materials incidents? a. Protection from heat, moisture and ordinary hazards associated with firefighting provides thermal, impact and cut/abrasion protection; offers limited chemical protection. b. Protection from heat, moisture and hazards associated with firefighting; can be worn for decontamination activities; is acid but not base resistant. c. Protection from heat and impacts; shields or insulates from chemical hazards; is corrosive resistant but not vapor tight. d. Protection from heat, moisture and impacts; provides long-term protection from extreme weather conditions and unlimited range of motion; is resistant to permeation, but not penetration.

a. Protection from heat, moisture and ordinary hazards associated with firefighting provides thermal, impact and cut/abrasion protection; offers limited chemical protection.

Statement 1: A person may be exposed to large quantities of a hazardous material in concentrations that do not present a hazard or to small amounts of a hazardous material that present a very high hazard. Statement 2: A person exposed to a hazardous material may not necessarily be contaminated by it. Statement 3: Responders working in the hot zone may become contaminated during control operations. If they then carry that contamination outside the hot zone, the may contaminate others. a. Statements 1, 2, and 3 are all true. b. Statements 1 and 2 are true, statement 3 is false. c. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. d. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true.

a. Statements 1, 2, and 3 are all true.

Symptoms of heat _____ include little or no sweating; hot, dry, red skin; deep then shallow breathing; and rapid pulse. a. Stroke b. Exhaustion c. Cramps d. Rash

a. Stroke

What is unique about hazardous materials, IMS? a. There are typically two safety officers assigned. b. Back-up teams are more important than for fire incident IMS. c. There is no need for a financial and administrative function because the spiller is automatically responsible for all costs. d. A hot zone entry team is added under the logistics function.

a. There are typically two safety officers assigned.

Structural fire-fighting protective clothing can be utilized to make rescues of live victims during a Hazmat incident involving chemicals. a. True b. False

a. True

The area that exists just outside the hot/exclusion zone is known as the: a. Warm zone b. Command zone c. Support zone d. Staging area

a. Warm zone

When donning an SCBA with a Level A suit, the SCBA is: a. Worn inside the PPE b. Worn outside the PPE c. Worn intermittently d. Donned last

a. Worn inside the PPE

Proximity gear allows the wearer in close proximity to a burning liquid. It offers protection for temperatures up to: a. 100 to 200°F b. 300 to 400°F c. 900 to 1000°F d. 500 to 750°F

b. 300 to 400°F

One of the factors that can change the evacuation area is: a. Firefighters entering incidents from the north. b. A change in wind direction. c. The number firefighters responding to the incident. d. The number of firefighters with SCBA

b. A change in wind direction.

A level II incident that is beyond the normal capabilities of the first responder having jurisdiction and may require a response from: a. CHEMTREC b. A hazardous material response team c. The National Radiological Commission d. The National Response Center

b. A hazardous material response team

Respiratory protective equipment should be cleaned and inspected: a. Before each use b. After each use c. While in rehab. d. Between gross and fine decon.

b. After each use

Where would you find a Bill of Lading? a. Engine or caboose b. Cab of Vehicle c. Cockpit d. Wheelhouse, bridge or pile-like container (on a barge) e. Cargo hold

b. Cab of Vehicle

What should responders do with runoff from emergency decontamination? a. Flush into a convenient storm drain using copious amounts of water b. Divert into an area when it can be treated or disposed of later. c. Try to delay decontamination until a decontamination corridor or area is established, which will eliminate the runoff problem. d. Perform the decontamination process in the hot zone so that runoff just becomes part of the original problem.

b. Divert into an area when it can be treated or disposed of later.

Heat _____ occurs when the circulatory system begins to fail, resulting in rapid, shallow breathing and cool, clammy skin. a. Cramps b. Exhaustion c. Rash d. Stroke

b. Exhaustion

When determining the location of the command post, it is vital that the incident commander can view the scene from it. a. True b. False

b. False

The _____ zone is the area of highest known hazard. a. Limited-access b. Hot/exclusion c. Support d. Blue

b. Hot/exclusion

Directions: Read the following statements regarding hazardous materials incident control zones and select your answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: The hot zone is the area immediately around the release. Statement 2: The warm zone includes the decontamination area. Statement 3: The command post is located in the warm zone. a. All three statements are true. b. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. c. Statements 1 and 2 are true and statement 3 is false. d. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true.

c. Statements 1 and 2 are true and statement 3 is false.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding cold stress and select your answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: When decontamination and doffing of PPE occurs in a cold environment, the body can cool rapidly. Statement 2: Wet clothing extracts heat from the body up to 240 times faster. Statement 3: Hypothermia, while serious, is not a true medical emergency. a. All three statements are true. b. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. c. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. d. Statements 2 and 3 are true, statement 1 is false.

c. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding excessive heat disorders and select your answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: Heat exhaustion occurs because the body is unable to dissipate. Statement 2: Heat stroke results from the failure of the temperature-regulating capacity of the body. Statement 3: Both heat exhaustion and heat stroke are immediate life threatening conditions. a. All three statements are true. b. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. c. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. d. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true.

c. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false.

There are many limitations for personnel working in SCBA. Of the following, all are limitations except: a. SCBA places a strain on the wearer's cardiovascular system. b. Some wearers may be claustrophobic c. Wearers do not have to be medically certified to wear a SCBA. d. Wearers must be trained.

c. Wearers do not have to be medically certified to wear a SCBA.

What is the best course of action when confronted by a fire in a warehouse in which large amounts of pesticides are stored? a. Use foam to smother the fire. b. Use large amounts of water to extinguish and dilute the pesticides. c. Withdraw and allow the fire to consume the pesticides. d. Extinguish the fire with dry chemicals verified to be nonreactive with the pesticides.

c. Withdraw and allow the fire to consume the pesticides.

When entering a hazardous area, the best SCBA to use is a: a. 2216 psi 3o minute bottle b. 450o psi 30 minute bottle c. 2216 psi 45 minute bottle d. 4500 psi 60 minute bottle

d. 4500 psi 60 minute bottle

In Level I incidents, the response team should be able to deal with: a. LPG leaking from full 1000-pound tanks. b. Ruptures of high-pressure gas lines. c. Spills requiring evacuation. d. A natural gas leak in an occupancy.

d. A natural gas leak in an occupancy.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding Hazmat incidents involving criminal or terrorist activities, and select your answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: Safety briefings should include approaching a potential terrorism incident in the same manner as a hazardous material incident. Statement 2: If an explosion has occurred, the safety briefing should stress the potential that a secondary explosive device exists. Statement 3: Safety briefings should include the reminder that the incident is also a crime scene, so evidence must be preserved. a. Statement 1 is true, statements 2 and 3 are false. b. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. c. Statements 2 and 3 are true; statement 1 is false. d. All three statements are true.

d. All three statements are true.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding safety briefings prior to allowing personnel to work at a hazardous material incident and select your answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: Pre-incident survey information is vital to establishing briefing items. Statement 2: MSDS information can be an important part of the briefing process. Statement 3: Risk/benefit assessment is the most important item to be considered. a. Statement 1 is true; statements b. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false c. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true d. All three statements are true.

d. All three statements are true.

When an Operations Section has not been staffed, staging reports to: a. Support b. Logistics c. The Safety officer d. Command

d. Command

There are different procedures and time intervals for SCBA inspections. Several are listed below in choices A through D. Which procedure should be used when restoring a unit to service after it has been used? a. Annual b. Biannual c. Monthly d. Daily

d. Daily

Which of the following is true regarding hazardous materials incident command post? a. They should be identified by a flashing red light. b. They should be established in the warm zone. c. It is absolutely necessary that they be position so that the Incident Commander can observe the scene. d. Its location should be relayed to the dispatch and responding personnel.

d. Its location should be relayed to the dispatch and responding personnel.

Who is responsible for requesting additional resources at a hazardous materials incident? a. Finance/Administration Chief b. Safety Officer c. Staging Officer d. Logistics Section Chief

d. Logistics Section Chief

At a terrorism event, when preserving evidence, it is important to do all of the following except: a. Avoid touching anything unless necessary. b. Minimize the number of people working in the area. c. Take photographs or video of the scene. d. Move evidence to another location.

d. Move evidence to another location.

At a hazardous material incident, a special technical group is typically added to the basic IMS system. Under which of the function areas does it develop? a. Planning b. Logistics c. Command d. Operations

d. Operations

Which of the following tasks at a hazardous material incident is/are provided by Logistics? a. Providing information to the media. b. Coordinating interaction between law enforcement personnel and emergency response operations. c. Monitoring the incident and personnel and assuring compliance with safety procedures. d. Responsible for securing facilities, services and equipment.

d. Responsible for securing facilities, services and equipment.

When sheltering in place, the citizens should be instructed to do all of the following except: a. Shut all windows and doors b. Shut off air handling systems c. Stay tuned to a TV or radio d. Shut off all electrical appliances

d. Shut off all electrical appliances

When utilizing the safety showers at an industrial facility, the firefighter should: a. Ask permission from the facility b. Never use private shower facilities c. Treat the patient before decon. d. Verify where the runoff goes

d. Verify where the runoff goes

Where would you find a Dangerous Cargo Manifest? a. Engine or caboose b. Cab of Vehicle c. Cockpit d. Wheelhouse, bridge or pile-like container (on a barge) e. Cargo hold

d. Wheelhouse, bridge or pile-like container (on a barge)

T or F Vapor pressures of a substance at 100F are always higher than the same substance at 68F.

false