HAZMAT

Question 1

What does DANGER stand for?

Answer 1

DANGER
D- Do not enter gas, smoke or vapor clouds
A – Approach upwind and uphill
N – No closer than 70m
G- Gather information by observation from a safe distance
E – Examine more closely, only if necessary and with full PPE
R- Respond according to the information gathered

Question 2

Define hazardous materials

Answer 2

A substance or material in quantities or forms that may pose an unreasonable risk to
health, safety or property when stored, transported or used in commerce

Question 3

Identify the 5 step approach to a HAZMAT incident

Answer 3

1. Initial consideration
2. Cold zone reconnaissance
3. Hot zone reconnaissance
4. Mitigation (usually in hot zone)
5. Handover (To site management)

Question 4

List 3 routes of entry for toxic substances

Answer 4

• Inhalation
• Ingestion
• Absorption

Question 5

List 6 items of information displayed on an emergency information panel as used in bulk transport

Answer 5

1. Chemical Name
2. UN number
3. Hazchem code
4. Dangerous goods class
5. Emergency services contact number
6. Contact number for specialist advice