PROPERTIES
What are the 3 chemical states of Matter?
Solid, Liquid and Gas
With Hazmat, always approach the scene from which direction?
Uphill/Upwind
1203?
Gasoline
Is it a liquid or gas AND will it sink or float...
Propane has a vapor density of 1.55
gas & sink
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.
A state of Matter that has mass, However, does not have a specific shape
Liquid
What zone of the Incident does decontamination occur?
The Warm Zone
1005?
Anhydrous Ammonia
Is it a liquid or gas AND will it sink or float...
Gasoline has a specific gravity of 0.72
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
What is the ability of a liquid to dissolve in water?
solubility
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
Is it a liquid or gas AND will it sink or float...
Acetone has a specific gravity of 0.79
liquid & float
ID # and Guide # for Nitrogen, refrigerated liquid?
ID# 1977 and Guide# 120
What is the ability of a gas to dissolve in air?
miscibility
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
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
Is it a liquid or gas AND will it sink or float...
Ammonia has a vapor density of 0.59
gas & float
Short term health effects that occur within hours or days?
acute
When does the LEL alarm alert on a typical gas monitor?
10% of the lower explosive limit
In the ERG Green Section what is the largest protective, downwind distance at night for a large spill?
7 miles
Rounded, almost spherical ends indicate what type of container?
pressure container
Is it a liquid or gas AND will it sink or float...
Sulfuric Acid has a specific gravity of 1.84
liquid & sink
A green highlighting in the ERG indicates that a material...
Is a toxic inhalation hazard (and can be found in the green evacuation/isolation section of the ERG)