24-05 Hazardous Materials Fire

Question 1

What should be followed for the initial response to a hazardous materials fire incident, according to Section 1.1?

a) SOG 24-02 Hazardous Materials Incidents
b) SOG 03-24 Structure Fires
c) SOG 1-05 Emergency Response Procedures

Answer 1

B

Question 2

What information should first arriving personnel gather, as mentioned in Section 1.3?

a) Names and addresses of nearby businesses
b) Chemical names, quantities, and containment systems
c) Historical weather data for the area

Answer 2

B

Question 3

What questions should be considered during the hazard risk assessment before entering the hot zone, according to Section 1.5?

a) Allergic reactions of nearby residents
b) Potential for explosions, polymerization, or corrosive contact
c) Availability of fire hydrants in the vicinity

Answer 3

B

Question 4

What is recommended for initial attacks in terms of extinguishing agents, according to Section 1.7?

a) Water streams
b) CO2 extinguishers
c) Dry chemical and/or CO2 extinguishers

Answer 4

C

Question 5

What should be established if the Hazmat Team has not arrived before entry is made, according to Section 1.8?

a) Evacuation plan
b) Decontamination area using a charged 45mm hand line and personnel dressed in full PPE
c) Hazardous materials storage area

Answer 5

B

Question 6

What is one of the responsibilities of the Hazmat Team upon arrival, as stated in Section 2.1?

a) Conducting a hazard risk assessment
b) Directly engaging in firefighting
c) Providing medical treatment to civilians

Answer 6

A

Question 7

What should the Hazmat Team evaluate and re-establish, if required, as mentioned in Section 2.2?

a) Evacuation routes
b) Fire suppression zones
c) Hazardous materials fire control zones

Answer 7

C