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A critical aspect of the response to a hazmat incident is
The initial size up of the situation
A primary consideration in the size up of any hazmat incident is
The identification of the materials involved and the hazards presented
Unless rescue is required, the ic should not
Commit personnel to the hot zone until decontamination capabilities are available
Primary efforts should be
Made to minimize the escape of hazards materials
Defense strategies
Directing runoff to safe holding area
Dissipating vapors
Offensive strategies
Diluting materials
Neutralizing substance
Plugging or shutting off the leak
The personnel will be observed
In the rehab area for a minimum of 30 minutes
The objective of size-up is to the following reasons
- Identify the product involved
- Assess the nature and severity of the problem
- Gather sufficient information to formulate a valid Incident Action Plan