Mercury Releases MP204.02

Question 1

There are 3 types of mercury, the 2 most common are elemental and inorganic.
Name all 3 types

Answer 1

Elemental- used in thermometers
Inorganic- used in scientific instruments
Organic- used in mining

Question 2

Mercury release at commercial facility what are your first 4 actions after your on scene report and follow up report are given ?

Answer 2

• Contact on-site responsible party
• Determine amount
• Determine source
• Determine size of affected area

Question 3

MERCURY RELEASE AT COMMERCIAL FACILITY
Initial Action Required by Fire Department
Upon the arrival of Fire Department units, Command shall do what 4 things? (DIE)

Answer 3

A. EVACUATE the affected area;
B. ISOLATE the affected area utilizing hazard line tape;
C. DENY ENTRY.
D. Request Haz Mat

Question 4

To reduce the possibility of contamination to Fire Department personnel, FIRE DEPARTMENT MEMBERS
Shall not do what 4 things?

Answer 4

-Enter the reported spill area unless for rescue or treatment
-Clean up even the smallest amount
-Take possession of the mercury
Exception: A resident brings mercury to station
-Transport mercury

Question 5

Until proven otherwise Command shall isolate persons who are suspected to be What?

Answer 5

contaminated