CFR 29 1910 120 Flashcards
What does CFR 29 1910.120(q) cover?
Emergency response to hazardous substance releases.
Who must follow CFR 29 1910.120(q)?
Employers with workers responding to hazardous material incidents.
What is required before emergency response?
A written emergency response plan.
What training levels does the CFR cover?
Awareness, Operations, Technician, Specialist, and Incident Commander.
What is required after an incident?
Medical surveillance and post-emergency cleanup procedures.
How many hours of training does a technician need?
At least 24 hours.
What is the main role of a technician?
To stop the hazardous substance release.
What plan must technicians follow?
The employer’s emergency response plan.
How do technicians identify hazardous materials?
Using advanced instruments and equipment.
What PPE must technicians use?
Proper PPE based on the incident and hazard.
What operations must technicians perform?
Advanced control, containment, and confinement.
What is the last step for technicians?
Termination procedures.
What must the emergency response plan include?
Pre-emergency planning, roles, decon.
Who must have a written emergency plan?
Employers with hazmat responders.
What training levels are required?
Awareness, Operations, Technician, Specialist, IC.
How often must training be refreshed?
Annually.
What PPE is required for hazmat responders?
PPE based on incident hazards.
Who provides PPE?
The employer.
What is the ICS used for?
Command, control, and communication.
Who leads under ICS?
The Incident Commander.
What is required for hazmat exposure?
Medical evaluation.
How often is medical surveillance required?
Annually for exposed workers.
What does decontamination include?
Cleaning personnel and equipment.
Where is decon performed?
In the warm zone.
What happens after an incident?
Debrief and critique.
Why is termination important?
To identify lessons learned.
What does HAZWOPER stand for?
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
What is IDLH?
Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health.
What is LEL?
Lower Explosive Limit.
What is a Hot Zone?
The contaminated area.
What is the Buddy System?
Responders work in pairs.
What is SCBA?
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
