HPM 84.2

Question 1

True/False- The initial responsibility rests with the
jurisdiction where the “first drop” or first release of product occurred.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

True/False- On-highway HMIC falls on “the law enforcement agency with primary
traffic investigative authority” (2454 VC, 8574.17 GC, CHMICP). The CHP
always maintains responsibility for incident command on all highways within
its jurisdiction.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What agency has the HMIC at all state buildings no matter where they fall in jurisdiction?
a) Local Fire
b) Local PD
c) SO
d) CHP

Answer 3

d) CHP

Question 4

True/False- If overwhelmed with incident command at a hazmat CHP can relinquish control of the scene to another agency.

Answer 4

False, The CHP’s
responsibility cannot be handed over to another agency.

Question 5

CHP uniformed supervisory
personnel _______ respond to a hazardous materials incident which occurs
outside the investigative authority of the Department, but which may have an
impact on traffic management or state facilities.
a) Should
b) Shall
c) May

Answer 5

a) Should

Question 6

The CHP has incident command authority
for hazardous materials incidents on-highway where the Department has
primary traffic investigative authority (_________VC).
a) 2302
b) 2454
c) 2400
d) 2502

Answer 6

b) 2454

Question 7

State Contingency Plan. _____ is required to develop and maintain the
CHMICP. The plan specifies incident command responsibilities and agency
roles (8574.16 - 8574.18 GC).
a) CHP
b) OES
c) Cal FIre
d) Governors Office

Answer 7

b) OES

Question 8

What form is required to be completed and forward to OES for every HAZMAT release incident?
a) 407e
b) 401a
c) 501f
d) 403b

Answer 8

a) 407e

Question 9

Notification of the County Health Officer and the Board of Supervisors
must be made within _____ hours of the employee’s knowledge of the incident.
a) 24 hours
b) 48 hours
c) 72 hours
d) 96 hours

Answer 9

c) 72 hours

Question 10

True/False- The Hazardous Materials Incident Commander is responsible for the safe and efficient mitigation of the hazardous
materials event through the effective use and coordination of appropriate
resources.

Answer 10

True

Question 11

True or False- Ensure that personnel do not order or approve a washdown of
hazardous materials for the purpose of scene cleanup for any
release, regardless of size.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

True or False- Ensure that email notification is made to the OES warning center to get a OES Incident number as soon as possible.

Answer 12

False, ensure that telephonic notification is made as soon possible.

Question 13

True or False- An IAP is a set of broad objectives giving a general direction and
statement of purpose. For example, a statement, “Safety will be ensured under the guidelines of 8 CCR 5192(q) and 29 CFR 1910.120(q)” would
be appropriate as part of the IAP. The IAP does not need to be in written
form for minor or non-complex incidents but is required to be written for
large or complex incidents.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

True or False- In contrast, an SSP specifically spells out the strategies that will be used to fulfill the IAP. Statements in the SSP must be detailed, such as, “Sergeant Smith, Hazardous Materials Specialist, is assigned as the safety officer. Sergeant Smith will monitor all actions at the scene for safety. He will also approve all offensive and defensive actions taken ….” The SSP is not required to be written for all incidents regardless of size. Hazardous Materials Incident Commanders are encouraged to delegate preparation of the SSP to the safety officer. Safety officers should work
closely with the Hazardous Materials Team or Health Department on
scene when developing the SSP.

Answer 14

False, the SSP is required to be written out no matter the size of the size of the incident

Question 15

Incident Actions Plans and Site Safety Plans _______be submitted
together with the CHP 407E, Hazardous Materials Incident Report. Refer
to paragraph 7 of this chapter for completion, submission and retention
requirements.
a) should
b) shall
c) may

Answer 15

b) Shall

Question 16

_______________________ is responsible for providing administrative
and technical support to field commanders with regard to any of the hazardous
materials issues addressed in this manual.
a) Commercial Vehicle Section (CVS)
b) Division
c) Commissioners Office
d) Cal OES

Answer 16

a) Commercial Vehicle Section (CVS)

Question 17

It is recommended that
each field Division assess their respective needs and nominate a minimum of
_______________ officers or sergeants to be trained to the Hazardous Materials Specialist level.

Answer 17

3 to 4

Question 18

True False- All hazardous materials incidents resulting in a response by an employee of
this Department shall be reported as specified in this chapter. This would include
the following:
(1) All events within departmental jurisdiction involving a hazardous material
being transported by a vehicle.
(2) All events that occur on state property or a facility under the jurisdiction of
this Department, where there is a reasonable belief that the release or
threatened release poses substantial present or potential hazard to human
health, safety, property or the environment.
(3) Actual or suspected illegal hazardous waste disposal activities. When an
employee of this Department responds to an incident involving known or
suspected illegal dumping, disposal, or abandonment of hazardous waste, it
should be reported, whether or not container leakage has occurred.

(4) When an employee of this Department responds to, or encounters
incidental to his/her regular duties, an incident involving known or suspected .
drug lab precursor chemicals or waste.
NOTE: Many chemical compounds used to manufacture illicit drugs meet the
definition of a “Hazardous Material.”
(5) Rail or pipeline incidents which affect any CHP jurisdiction.
HPM 84.2 2-10
(6) Incidents outside of departmental jurisdiction which result in a response by
an employee of this Department.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

True or False- Reporting is not required under the following conditions:
(1) An incident initially handled as a hazardous materials incident but
determined to involve a non-hazardous material (e.g., sugar, water, flour)
before any mitigation action is taken (e.g., close the road, call for a hazardous
materials team), shall not be reported.
(2) An incident in which there is a reasonable belief that the release or
threatened release poses no substantial present or potential hazard to human
health, safety, property or the environment [23112.5 VC, 25180.7 H&S
(Proposition 65) and 19 CCR 2703(c)].
(a) Example 1. It is not necessary to report spills of fluids incidental to the
operation of a motor vehicle (e.g., gas from the fuel tank, oil from the
engine, or coolant from the radiator) less than 42 gallons total that are
wholly contained within the paved portion of the highway and promptly
cleaned up and disposed of by Caltrans (or county roads/public works).
(b) Example 2. A report is necessary if the petroleum product spills onto
the dirt shoulder or other area that results in substantial contamination to
the environment and/or requires a clean-up or excavation of soil.
(3) Incidents that are currently being investigated by departmental personnel
designated as Environmental Crimes Investigators.

WHEN IN DOUBT REPORT IT

Answer 19

True

Question 20

When shall notification be made to Cal OES warning center.
a) Immediately
b) As soon as practical
c) As soon as possible
d) within 24 hours

Answer 20

c) As soon as possible

Question 21

Who is responsible for notification to the CAL OES Warning Center?
a) Dispatch
b) Area Commander
c) Incident Commander
d) Fire Department

Answer 21

c) Incident Commander

Question 22

What are the time frames for the 407e to be completed?
a) 10 calendar days division, 30 calendar days to CVS

b) 10 business days to division, 30 business days to CVS

c) 15 business days to division, 30 business days to CVS

d) 15 calendar days division, 30 calendar days to CVS

Answer 22

b) 10 business days to division, 30 business days to CVS

Question 23

Who should review the completed 407e prior to submission?
a) Experienced Supervisor in HAZMAT
b) Commercial Officer
c) Area Commander
d) Division Commander
e) A and B

Answer 23

e) A and B

Question 24

Proposition 65 reporting requirements are ____________ and ______________ certified mail to the county board of supervisors and county health officer.
a) back page of the 407e
b) Cover letter
c) Email
d) CHP Logs
e) A and B

Answer 24

e) A and B

Question 25

To ensure the required notifications are
made within ______ hours following the incident, telephone notification to the local Board of Supervisors and County Health Officer should precede the transmittal of the written report. It is recommended arrangements be made
with the County Health Officers and Boards of Supervisors for prompt
notification during other than normal business hours.
a) 12 hours
b) 24 hours
c) 48 hours
d) 72 hours

Answer 25

d) 72 hours

Question 26

Areas shall retain required HAZMAT reports for ___________ plus the current calendar year.
a) 2 years
b) 3 years
c) 4 years
d) 1 year

Answer 26

d) 1 year

Question 27

Areas may sell copies of completed
CHP 407Es, subject to certain restrictions, to the public in accordance with
the Public Records Act, 6250 GC. What are those restrictions?

Answer 27

Medical information regarding CHP personnel who were injured or
exposed to a hazardous material shall be omitted from copies of reports
sold, pursuant to the above procedures.

Question 28

CVS shall maintain the original CHP 407E for
__________ years. Copies will be electronically transmitted to OES.
a) Two
b) Three
c) Four
d) Five

Answer 28

c) Four