24-05

Question 1

Hazmat fires - the initial response shall….

Answer 1

…..follow procedures outlined in SOG 03-24 structure fires.

Question 2

Hazmats are determined to be present within the fire

Answer 2

Once it has been determined that hazardous materials are present and involved in the fire, the IC shall call for the Hazmat team.

Question 3

Particular information for first responding personnel to gather shall include:

Answer 3

1-Hazmats involved
2-Chemical names
3-Quantities
4-Containment systems

Question 4

Reposition of Apparatus?

Answer 4

Reposition any apparatus and personnel as required.

Question 5

Before entering the hot zone, a thorough hazard risk analysis shall be performed. Questions in this phase may include:

Answer 5

1-Is there a potential that the hazmat may react explosively?
2-Are there hazmats that may spontaneously polymerize?
3-Is there potential that containment systems may explode (BLEVE) due to over pressurization?
4-Is there a potential that personnel may contact hazmats that are toxic or corrosive, particularly through the skin?
5-Are there hazmats present that react energetically with water, air or other contaminants and are they involved with fire?

Question 6

Hazmat references and on scene specialists

Answer 6

Hazardous materials references and on-scene specialists shall be utilized as sources of information to assist in conducting a hazard risk analysis.

Question 7

All extinguishing agents must be assessed for?

Answer 7

All extinguishing agents must be assessed for their compatibility with hazardous materials involved. Preferably. initial attacks are made with dry chemical and/or CO2 extinguishers.

Question 8

Preferably initial attacks are made with?

Answer 8

Preferably initial attacks are made with dry chemical and/or CO2 extinguishers.

Question 9

Decon Area - If Hazmat team has not arrived.

Answer 9

If the Hazmat team has not arrived before entry is made, establish a devon area using a charged 38mm line and personnel dressed in full PPE. Ensure that the location is suitable, and that the run-off can be controlled.

Question 10

When using water streams….

Answer 10

….attempt not to disrupt containers of hazardous materials.

Question 11

Hazardous run-off

Answer 11

When fighting fires involving hazardous materials, attempt to restrict the quantity of hazardous run-off. If possible, attempt to control and capture all hazardous run-off as per SOG (3-22)

Question 12

If Initial extinguishment efforts are unsuccessful

Answer 12

…A joint decision by the IC, the industry reps, and the Region of Peel Spills Control and/or Ministry of the Environment, may be made to cease extinguishment efforts, allowing the hazardous materials to burn freely. Exposures shall be protected where this does not add to contaminated run-off

Question 13

Upon arrival the Hazmat Team shall

Answer 13

1-Evaluate the hazardous materials involved and conduct a thorough hazard risk analysis
2-Evaluate and re-establish zones if required
3-Evaluate and make recommendations regarding the PPE required
4-Assess personnel and civilians to determine whether they require decontamination and/or medical treatment
5-Set up and perform decontamination as required
6-Evaluate, make recommendations and assist with control of hazardous run-off
7-Provide additional manpower for firefighting
8-Regularily evaluate persons exposed to contaminants for symptoms particular to the chemicals involved
9-Conduct air monitoring s required.

Question 14

After the fire is extinguished….

Answer 14

… the scene may still be considered a hazmat scene and handled as outline in SOG(24-02)