Haz Mat #2 - 1st Responder General Guidelines

Question 1

Describe the Classes of Hazardous Materials

Answer 1

1 - Explosives
2 - Compressed Gases
3 - Flammable Liquids
4 - Flammable Solids
5 - Oxidizers
6 - Poisons
7 - Radioactive Materials
8 - Corrosives
9 - Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
*Every Good Lt. SOP Requires Corrective Measures*

Question 2

What are the five (5) ways a chemical can gain entrance into the body?

Answer 2

• Inhalation (breathing)
• Skin contact (absorption)
• Ingestion (swallowing)
• Puncture/wound
• Eyes