Chapter 10

Question 1

First responders evaluating the environment during a hazmat incident must always consider the? and the?

Answer 1

Location of the incident

Exposures

Question 2

Location of the incident is not just the immediate area, but any area that can be affected if?

Answer 2

A hazardous material migrates from the scene

Question 3

Critical disruptions can severely impact a communities quality of life or create serious financial impacts. Critical systems include, but are not limited to? (4)

Answer 3

Highways
Waterways
Utilities
Industrial or Commercial areas

Question 4

During the early stages of hazmat incident these representatives can provide assistance in assessing potential environmental threats

Answer 4

Local and state agencies, Health departments

Question 5

Officials that may be able to provide information relative to storm drains and other utility lines?

Answer 5

Public Works

Question 6

During any operation that involves weather extremes, first responders should never hesitate to request to have?

Answer 6

Medical Personnel.

Question 7

Depending on the location and the time of year, changes in the weather can occur during the course of an incident, especially during?

Answer 7

Spring and Fall

Question 8

The time of day has numerous potential impacts. One of the most critical for first responders is that?

Answer 8

Higher temperatures can raise the internal pressure of containers.

Question 9

Suggestions for distances found in the “Table of Initial isolation and protective action distances” in the ERG usually increase for incidents?

Answer 9

At night.

Question 10

One of the best ways to provide for safe working conditions during nighttime operations is with?

Answer 10

Portable lighting.