chapter 12-emergency response

Question 1

what are the keys to a compliant emergency response program?

Answer 1

keys to a compliant emergency response program are methods to assess potential emergency conditions, compliance with regulations, consolidated data, readily available information, employee/responders training program, and monitored and updated program components

Question 2

what should training emphasize when it comes to preparing for a response to a fire emergency?

Answer 2

training should emphasize prompt reporting of a possible fire and prompt evacuation along the shortest routes to the nearest exit at the first alarm

Question 3

what are the 2 major elements of a fire prevention plan?

Answer 3

2 major elements of a fire prevention plan are identification and control of major workplace fire hazards and identification of persons responsible for preventing or controlling fire hazards

Question 4

What is an incidental release of a hazardous substance, and when is the release of a hazardous substance a true emergency?

Answer 4

an incidental release is the release of a hazardous substance that can be absorbed, neutralized, or otherwise controlled by employees in the immediate vicinity; a true emergency is when a release poses a significant threat to health and safety regardless of the circumstances surrounding the release or the mitigating factors

Question 5

what are the 5 levels of hazmat responders?

Answer 5

On scene incident commander
Hazardous materials specialist
Hazardous materials technician
First responder operations level
First responder awareness level

Question 6

what are the record keeping maintenance requirements for emergency response training?

Answer 6

records must be maintained on a year to year basis