CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
T OR F? Bunker gear provides adequate protection from all hazardous materials?
False! It only provides minimal protection from vapors and liquids. Bunker Gear is considered a Class "D" protective suit.
With Hazmat, always approach the scene from which direction?
Uphill/Upwind
1203?
Gasoline, Gasohol, Motor Spirit or Petrol
What year was the most recent ERG issued?
2016 was the most recent issue. It is issued every 4 years
What does the Orange Octagon symbol represent in the military marking system?
Mass Explosion
What are the 3 chemical states of Matter?
Solid, Liquid and Gas
What zone of the Incident does decontamination occur?
The Warm Zone
What "Rule" is said to be used to quickly judge a safe distance with initial response?
Rule of Thumb
In the Yellow Section why is ID# 1304 highlighted in green?
Green Highlight means Water reaction causein Toxic-by-Inhalation gasses to be released (TIH)
ID # and Guide # for Nitrogen, refrigerated liquid?
ID# 1977 and Guide# 120
A state of Matter that has mass, However, does not have a specific shape
Liquid
What is the initial evacuation to be considered in a large spill for Guide 148?
At least 250 meters (800 feet)
How many Classes of "Dangerous Goods" are there?
9 Classes
How is the Blue Section of the ERG used?
To identify hazardous materials by name in alphabetical order
NFPA704: What does it mean if the Blue Quadrant of the Hazmat Diamond has the number 4 in it?
Health severe hazard
What does TIH stand for and how is it identified in the ERG?
Toxic-by-Inhalation Identified by green highlight in the Yellow and Blue Sections
In Guide 123 what is the Isolation distance for a rail car that is on fire?
Isolate for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions
NFPA704: What does it mean if the Yellow Quadrant of the Hazmat Diamond has the number 0 in it?
Instability/ normally stable
What Guide do you use for a Hazmat incident involving "Unknown" or "Mixed Cargo?"
Guide 111
What Guide is used as last resort for an Unidentifiable Corrosive Liquid trailer spill?
Guide 137
Lithium Nitride (ID #2806) produces what TIH gas when its mixed with water?
Ammonia (NH3)
In the ERG Green Section what is the largest protective, downwind distance at night for a large spill?
11+km or 7+mi.
Where are Hazardous Material/Cargo Shipping Papers located?
In the Cab of the Vehicle, Train Crew Member, Holder of the Bridge of the Vessel, or the Pilot
What are the 3 Primary Objectives at the Hazmat Awareness Level?
Identify, Isolate and Deny Entry
NFPA704: What does it mean if the White Quadrant of the Hazmat Diamond has the (W) symbol with a line through it?
Unusual reaction with water/ DO NOT USE WATER