HazMat Awareness and Operation Practice Exam

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• Which of the following is an example of hazmat that would be classified and placarded Class 9 during transportation?
• The minimum temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient vapors to form an ignitable mixture with air near the surface is called the ______ point.
• The recommended course of action for fighting a small fire involving a substance identified by the UN/NA ID number 2553 would be found in the _________ section of the ERG
• True or false: Chemtrec IS NOT able to provide assistance to responders if the name of the shipper or manufacturer is not known
• Diking, damming, and diverting are ______ options available for ______ control.
• What are the three response objectives for hazmat incidents?
• Irritants are assigned to which UN/DOT hazard division?
• Choking agents are classified under which UN/DOT hazard division?
• Substances or materials in quantities or forms that may pose an unreasonable risk to health, safety, or property when transported, stored, or used in commerce are called what?
• Which NFPA 704 color indicates special information (such as oxidizers or water-reactive properties)?
• Which factor is true regarding facepiece compatibility in Level B, Type 2 configurations?
• Type B packaging for radioactive material is best described as
• Which term describes substances that cause seizures in exposed individuals?
• What term describes redirecting a hazardous liquid flow away from a protected area?
• Which of the following is a sign of heat exhaustion?
• Which type of radiation has a physical mass like alpha radiation but has no electrical charge?
• A reaction that is associated with over-pressurization of closed containers and occurs at a rate of one second or less is called a:
• Which zone contains the decontamination area?
• Which vest type uses circulating cooling water and is powered by a battery?
• With a Level A suit, the SCBA is worn inside the PPE.
• Who is the person who advises the Incident Commander of existing or potentially unsafe conditions, monitors conditions of personnel, and ensures compliance with standard operating procedures?
• The process by which a chemical enters a protective suit through openings in the garment BEST describes:
• EPA labels on pesticides must contain one of the signal words DANGER/POISON, WARNING, or CAUTION.
• When assisting emergency personnel out of their PPE, how should PPE be removed?
• The highest level of respiratory protection is needed but lesser chemical protection is required for the skin BEST defines EPA Level _____ Protection
• Which placard feature aids hazard recognition?
• What is the primary purpose of a specification plate on a transport container?
• Both heat exhaustion and heat stroke are immediate life-threatening conditions.
• Which term refers to the process of releasing pressure by burning a flammable vapor or liquid?
• An intermodal container capable of holding high pressure gases 3000 psi or higher is called:
• The PRIMARY hazard of an oxidizer in a fire is its ability to:
• What is a TRUE statement regarding the safety precautions of remote shutoffs?
• After learning a material's 3-digit guide number, what is the next step in the ERG workflow?
• At HazMat Awareness level, what is one of the first responder's primary actions?
• Which statement about hazard signal words is true?
• A cryogenic material would be carried in an:
• The information (to the extent known at the time) that should be provided during incident notifications.
• The proper cargo tank truck to carry a shipment of sulfuric acid is an:
• The products that IM 101 intermodal portable tanks typically carry are:
• Gases that displace oxygen, such as carbon dioxide and nitrogen, are examples of what type of asphyxiants?
• What single item distinguishes Level B from the lower PPE levels?
• In the US Military Marking System for Hazardous Materials, an octagon-shaped placard with a '1' on it denotes which hazard?
• The fact that a product is water reactive would be indicated in the _____ quadrant of the NFPA 704 system.
• Which statement best defines the boiling point?
• The most dangerous NFPA 704 number associated with each hazard is:
• A common design feature of cylinders is:
• Under SARA Title III, MSDS information is required for facilities that handle chemicals in non-consumer quantities.
• Which item is not part of DOT hazard class 6 according to the source?
• A specialized intermodal tank container carrying refrigerated liquid gases such as argon, oxygen, or helium would be an example of which type?
• CHEMTREC is recognized as the quickest source of MSDS for first responders.
• Large tanks with hemispherical heads on both ends can be identified as:
• Guides 161 and 162 pertain to what hazard, for which specific protection is listed?
• Materials that emit ionizing radiation are called _______ materials.
• Which label color indicates the highest radiation hazard on a package?
• A substance that spontaneously releases ionizing radiation would be labeled a hazard class under the UN Labeling System as which class?
• Which term describes procedures taken to keep a material in a defined or local area?
• The rail car type used for pressurized contents is the:
• The NFPA 704 placard is diamond-shaped. Which shape is used for this placard?
• During transport, the party responsible for the waybill should be the?
• Packaging used for materials with extremely low radioactivity that present no risk to the public or environment is known as:
• Cool, moist skin is a symptom of which thermal emergency?
• The MOST COMMON route of exposure for an emergency responder when considering personal protection is:
• Which resource is able to predict vapor cloud travel after responders’ input, local data, and leak information?
• Packaging used for transport with extremely low levels of radioactivity that present no risk to the public or environment is known as:
• A ________ sound often occurs when metal has been softened by high heat and pressure
• Which document would you find in the wheelhouse, bridge, or pipe-like container on a barge?
• Which packaging type is the strongest and used for more highly radioactive shipments?
• Vent and burn is the last option at a Haz Mat/WMD scene.
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an on-scene warning sign in a terrorist event involving chemical or biological agents?
• A vapor-tight suit that resists permeation by most chemicals is known as which level of hazmat PPE?
• What is the maximum hose length allowed by NIOSH when using an airline hose respirator?
• In a cold environment, decontamination and doffing of PPE can cause the body to cool rapidly.
• When dealing with a radiation incident involving a leak or spill, which exposure guidelines should the hazmat first responder use to minimize radioactive contamination?
• Heat stroke results from the failure of the temperature-regulating capacity of the body.
• Emergency decontamination must take place in the decon corridor.
• Safety briefings should include the reminder that the incident is also a crime scene, so evidence must be preserved.
• If a rail car had a cylindrical tank and a covered dome containing all the fittings and valves, it would be classified as a ________ rail car.
• True or false: CHEMTREC should be utilized to access non-emergency information
• The process by which a chemical enters a protective suit through openings in the garment BEST describes:
• CHEMTREC is available 24 hours per day to provide information about many chemicals to which group?
• Hypergolic materials ignite when they
• When describing a product as a solid, liquid, or gas, we are referring to its:
• Is it true that listing product names, chemical names, and synonyms on an MSDS can sometimes make identifying chemicals confusing?
• Labels on pesticides manufactured in Canada include which identifier similar to the EPA registration number in the United States?
• The area that exists just outside the hot/exclusion zone is known as the:
• To whom should the location of the HazMat incident command post be relayed?
• Which of the following is NOT a procedure for personnel wearing vapor-protective clothing requiring emergency decon?
• There are numerous informal ways to recognize the presence of hazardous materials.
• Which statement is false regarding nerve agents' vaporization?
• Which section handles securing facilities, services, and equipment at a hazmat incident?
• Which term best describes a tank car used for long-haul very cold liquids, kept at extremely low temperatures?
• How often should a unit be restored to service after it has been used during SCBA inspections?
• In the DOT hazard class system, which class has oxidation as its primary hazard?
• In Level B, Type 2 configurations, which statement represents a limitation?
• In a vapor dispersion incident, what action may be necessary to manage runoff?
• Which factor can change the evacuation area?
• Hot, dry, red skin are symptoms of which thermal emergency?
• Which statement lists all three signal words on pesticide labels?
• Back up personnel should be advised of the incident action plan and positioned in the ________ zone
• What does the 'Spec. 51' designation mark?
• SCBA stands for which of the following?
• True or false: If a transportation mode is not carrying hazardous materials, there is no requirement for specific information to be provided on shipping papers
• Hazardous materials manufactured, stored, processed, or used at a particular site are not subject to regulations affecting transported materials.
• Which protection assessment is usually based upon standardized laboratory tests that may incorporate a very large safety factor?
• Which is NOT an appropriate procedure or consideration before applying foam?
• NFPA 704 is used to convey information about a material's:
• Which term describes the movement of a chemical through the material of a protective clothing at the molecular level?
• Which of the following is NOT an acceptable sense for hazmat detection?
• Under fire conditions, what is not an indicator preceding a rupture of a compressed gas tank?
• Which statement best describes the use of monitoring equipment in hazmat incidents?
• Shipping papers must accompany hazmat during transport.
• DOT Hazard Class 8 consists of which type of materials?
• Which statement best describes the hot zone?
• In highway transport, which document serves as the shipping papers?
• Awareness level responders have the ability to do what?
• Of the references listed below, the MOST SPECIFIC source of information on a hazardous material is/are:
• The MINIMUM temperature at which a liquid fuel gives off sufficient vapors to form an ignitable mixture with air near its surface is best described as:
• What is the background color of a placard signifying a poisonous substance hazard with a skull and crossbones?
• Diversion, diking, and retention are techniques used in confinement to achieve what outcome?
• These trailers contain several pressurized vessels, are constructed of steel, have pressures ranging from 2000-6000 psi, and the piping and controls are located on the rear. What are they called?
• The DOT hazard class 2 includes:
• The MINIMUM level of respiratory protection for employees engaged in emergency response and exposed to an unknown hazardous substance is a(n):
• The 4-digit number appearing on a placard or an orange panel of a tank car is the:
• Which document is commonly used as the shipping papers for highway transport?
• The MOST critical parameter when selecting the appropriate level of chemical PPE is:
• Which document would be found near the wheelhouse on a barge?
• The design pressure range of an IM 101 portable tank is:
• If the MSDS is not on site, which source should a firefighter consult first for hazard and response information?
• Which statement about the relationship between product name and chemical name on an MSDS is accurate?
• Shipping papers may include a packing group number listed as I, II, or III.
• Which of the following is listed as a federal agency involved in hazmat regulation?
• Which ERG color is associated with initial isolation and protective action distances when a chemical name is highlighted?
• In a standard hazard placard, Position 1 corresponds to which hazard category?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of a pressure facility tank?
• Arsine, a blood agent, is classified under which UN/DOT hazard class and division?
• The highest level of protection, based on EPA guidelines, from hazardous chemicals provided by chemical protective clothing is:
• A hazard developing from repeated exposure over time is best described as which type of health hazard?
• The hazard class number for a flammable solid is:
• The vehicle designated MC 312/DOT 412 corresponds to which type of container?
• Which hazard class includes toxic materials like cyanides?
• In hazmat, one of the three time frames used for predicting the length of time that exposures may be in contact with a hazardous material in an endangered area is short term. Short term means:
• What type of event should raise your awareness of possible terrorism involvement?
• A victim exhibits symptoms of feeling dizzy and having difficulty breathing after exposure to an unknown substance; this observation indicates a biological agent.
• When referring to the US military marking system, if a circle with a symbol of a person wearing a mask is seen, it is necessary to assume that:
• Using the DOT ERG, the hazard class number assigned for vinyl chloride with the ID #1086 is:
• The shipping of radioactive materials in a metal drum is Type ____ packaging.
• In hazmat responses, evacuation is always chosen over sheltering in place.
• Which statement is true about Level A PPE?
• In dealing with a hazmat fire involving bulk containers, extinguishment or control SHOULD NOT be attempted without:
• Solubility is defined as the ability of a substance to dissolve in a solvent.
• True or False: Section 304 requires reporting of releases of the extremely hazardous substances listed in Section 302 of SARA, Title III
• What is NOT a protective action that must be taken during in-place protection?
• The following limitations are indicative of Level B, with SCBA (Type 2) chemical vapor suit.
• Which of the following correctly identifies a terrorist target category mentioned in the material?
• Which marking indicates a mass detonation hazard?
• A chemical with a specific gravity greater than one tends to float on water.
• What is the hazard class represented by the placard illustration?
• In an emergency at a facility with bulk chemical storage, where the MSDS is not available on site, the firefighter may obtain an MSDS from:
• Chemicals classified as __________ can cause a severe allergic reaction
• A carboy may be used for transporting materials containing which hazard class?
• What should responders use to locate the shipper's emergency contact number during an incident?
• Which statement about sheltering-in-place is accurate?
• Where is the normal location for the bill of lading?
• Physical stresses that can affect users of specialized protective clothing DO NOT include:
• Decontamination runoff should be diverted for treatment or disposal later.
• Which of the following is a toxin derived from castor beans and considered a potential weapon?
• On a hazardous materials placard, what does the number at the bottom of the diamond indicate?
• A poison that will cause seizures is called a(n):
• The immediate concern when dealing with combustible liquid spills is to:
• Which dispersion pattern is a circular dome vapor cloud extending up from the ground?
• The DOT hazard class 1 includes:
• Convulsants are best described as which of the following?
• Which symptom is associated with heat cramps, a common heat-related condition?
• What is the recommended shape of the initial isolation zone around a chemical spill or release?
• Under SARA Title III, some facilities are required to have MSDS information. The PRIMARY consideration in determining whether a facility is required to have MSDS information is whether the facility:
• A cryogenic liquid tank car will have:
• The maximum hose length allowed by NIOSH when using an airline hose respirator is ________ feet
• Who is responsible for the shipping papers for air transport?
• An explosion scene with nearby people experiencing runny noses and difficulty breathing, with some convulsions, suggests exposure to which type of hazard?
• Leaving a contaminated area without decontamination before exiting the hot zone will most likely cause what?
• Which item is NOT a consideration when setting up an emergency decontamination area?
• When a fire involves the cargo of a truck transporting explosives, the responders should:
• Which symptom is a hallmark sign of heat stroke?
• Self-contained breathing apparatus and supplied air respirators are two types of:
• Which action is indicated for awareness-level responders when a hazmat incident is suspected and entry is a concern?
• Which term best describes a substance that is capable of posing unreasonable risk during transport?
• Diking, damming, and diverting are what type of options available for spill control?
• Nerve agents were designed with only one purpose: to kill people.
• Who is responsible for care and control of a Dangerous Cargo Manifest?
• Copies of the Local Emergency Response Plan (LERP) must be made available to:
• Class 9 on hazmat classification refers to which category?
• What are the three responsibilities of first responders trained to the awareness level?
• Which railcar is considered obsolete?
• Which type of radiation bears no net charge?
• During a train incident, shipping papers should be sought in which areas?
• If a hazmat incident involves a leaking flammable substance, the first responders should immediately remove all:
• Which term describes a tank car designed to carry cryogenic liquids at very low temperatures?
• Cryogenic liquids exist at temperatures around minus 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Which of the following temperatures would define a cryogenic liquid?
• The two types of potential hazards found in each guide of the Emergency Response Guidebook.
• Blood agents, such as Arsine, would fall under which UN/DOT hazard class and division?
• What is the BEST course of action when confronted by a fire in a warehouse in which large amounts of pesticides are stored?
• Which container type is used for radioactive materials?
• Hypothermia is a lowered body core temperature.
• A cargo tank leaking gasoline with a specific gravity of 0.8 will behave on water?
• The process of taking in materials through the skin or eyes is called:
• A specialized intermodal tank container transporting gases in high-pressure cylinders (3000-5000 psi) is known as which?
• Which statement best describes the physical state of a material?
• According to the ERG Table of Isolation Distances, a large spill is defined as a quantity greater than how many gallons?
• Which term describes liquids or solids that emit toxic fumes?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an indication of a physical action?
• Dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and decreasing urine output are all signs of which heat-related condition?
• Pipe-like packaging of radioactive materials is Type
• What is the hazard class number assigned to vinyl chloride (ID 1086) in the DOT ERG?
• Which NFPA 704 color quadrant is associated with flammability hazards?
• A liquid's ability to mix with water BEST defines:
• Which type of chemical vapor suit has advantages including maximum protection, positive internal pressure reducing leaks, and time to reach nonhostile environment if SCBA malfunctions?
• The word WARNING is used on labeling for packages containing highly toxic materials.
• True or false: Shipping papers may include a packing group number listed as I, II, or III
• The description of protective clothing used at hazmat incidents includes which of the following statements?
• For a shipment described as organic peroxides, other than Type B, a tractor-trailer carrying 975 pounds requires which placard?
• Biological agents are the easiest warfare agent classification for terrorists to make.
• A tank truck that carries corrosive liquids, generally acids, and has a narrow diameter with external ribbing is designated as which type?
• Which component of an SCBA indicates the quantity of air available?
• The MSDS can be located from which facility document in an emergency?
• A process by which a hazardous liquid flow is redirected away from an area is called
• Which resource within emergency reference materials is used to locate placards when a placard is visible?
• The Safety Officer notices a critical emergency condition at an incident. The Safety Officer should:
• Which statement best describes Level I incident capabilities?
• The decontamination area is located in the warm zone.
• Which hazard class is indicated by a placard illustrating explosives material?
• For a material with an LC50 of 5 mg/kg, a high vapor pressure, and dermal toxicity, which level of PPE is indicated?
• Which statement about heat-related illnesses is true according to the material?
• There are 5 ways that a metal container can breach. What is not considered to be a breach?
• Which factor is NOT cited as affecting chemical permeation rates?
• A single or double manhole assembly protected by a flash box and roll-over protection is an identification feature of which carrier?
• Placards that contain the DOT class number 6 at the bottom identify a material that may be an infectious substance hazard.
• Which hazard class is represented by the placard illustration that states 'Dangerous when wet'?
• During in-place protection, which action is NOT a protective measure?
• In an unknown chemical spill scenario, what is the safest initial action?
• Which pair of factors are commonly listed as complicating factors for responders at terrorist incidents?
• If urinary incontinence along with vomiting after exposure is observed, which agent category might be implicated?
• Remote shutoffs are usually well marked and in an easy-to-find location.
• It is important to know the proper spelling of the shipping name of a material before referencing the ERG.
• Which NFPA 704 color indicates flammability?
• Which document would you typically find in the engine or caboose of a rail shipment?
• MOST riot control agents are considered to be in DOT hazard class:
• Pipeline markings are required at the location where underground pipelines cross a transportation corridor.
• Using the human senses indiscriminately to detect the presence of hazmat, while fairly reliable, is unsafe.
• Chemical vapor protective clothing should be used when ______ are suspected.
• The hazard class associated with explosions is hazard class 1.
• Respiratory protective equipment should be cleaned and inspected:
• Which of the following describes the two hazard types found in ERG guides?
• Who is responsible for requesting additional resources at a hazmat incident?
• At a haz mat incident, which function area is responsible for developing a special technical group to the basic incident command system?
• Training and education can help reduce physical limitations of PPE users.
• True or false: Absorbent materials can react with certain hazardous substances.
• Which is a responsibility of the individual trained to the awareness level of hazmat?
• Which document would you typically find in the cab of a highway transport vehicle?
• Which document would you find in the cockpit?
• Which PPE level is typically used when chemical splash protection is needed but a vapor-tight suit is not required?
• The section of the ERG that contains PPE guidance for defensive operations is color coded as which color?
• This occurs to a CPC suit on a molecular level
• Vapor dispersion involves using water spray or fans to intentionally move vapors away from certain areas.
• True or false: All personnel and equipment exposed to haz mat are also contaminated
• True or false: Pipeline markers contain information describing the transported commodity and the name and telephone number of the carrier.
• Vapor dispersion is only effective with materials that are water soluble.
• What is the minimum water flow rate at the point of flame impingement for a highway tanker or railway tank car?
• What hazard class is represented by the placard drawing?
• Cryogenic liquids are defined as existing at or below what temperature in Fahrenheit?
• IM 102 refers to which component in tank design?
• During a small fire in an unoccupied house, the presence of chemicals and lab equipment makes which illegal activity most likely, according to statistics?
• If safety officer notices an unsafe activity at an emergency, the safety officer should:
• Long-term exposure in hazmat is associated with what timescale?
• Which statement correctly matches the hazard signal word with its toxicity level?
• Which placard color indicates nonflammable gas?
• Which of the following is NOT a dispersion pattern created by the release of a hazardous material?
• A placard with Red color and hazard class 3 indicates which hazard?
• Actions taken to confine a product release to a limited area, performed remotely, are considered to be:
• Who is responsible for care and control of an Air Bill?
• Teratogens primarily pose risk to which aspect of development?
• Which organization should a responder call to obtain hazard and response information if no MSDS is available on site?
• The piping for the IM 102 is contained where?
• Biological agents are the easiest of the categories of warfare agents to make. Which statement is true?
• Which action should be performed after use of PPE to ensure its continued effectiveness?
• In the NFPA 704 system, the quadrant color that deals with reactivity is colored:
• Toxic substances that are living materials or obtained from living organisms are called which term?
• What would be the PRIMARY hazard to a responder while rescuing victims in a building where a non-flammable hazard class 2 product is leaking?
• When trying to prevent a BLEVE from occurring, the MOST COMMONLY accepted minimum flow is _______ gpm
• The DOT Placarding System requires a vehicle carrying nonflammable compressed gas to display a placard colored:
• Which of the following options correctly lists materials that are transported in industrial containers?
• In an emergency, responders can locate an MSDS from:
• A container of flammable solids would receive a UN label or placard with a hazardous classification number of:
• Which of the following could indicate signs of a terrorist attack?
• The warm zone includes the decontamination area.
• The statement 'Keep from waterways' on a pesticide label is an example of which type of statement?
• True or false: A person exposed to a hazardous material may not necessarily be contaminated by it.
• Autoignition occurs at which temperature relative to ignition?
• Which organization provides a 24-hour emergency chemical information line for responders?
• In hazmat, one of the three time frames used for predicting the length of time that exposures may be in contact with a hazardous material in an endangered area is long term. Long term means:
• Which organization can be contacted for immediate hazard information on a material's properties and suggested control techniques during an emergency?
• An LC50 value represents which type of hazard measurement?
• Cryogenic liquid storage tanks are characterized by:
• What statement is true regarding vapor dispersion?
• In the ERG, which color-bordered sections contain the highlighted entries indicating a material is either a toxic inhalation hazard or a dangerous water reactive material?
• Which item is NOT a source to determine the hazmat name located in a facility?
• The Emergency Response Guidebook is intended to be carried in emergency vehicles in which country?
• One resource that deals with protective action distances involving poisonous gas, is the :
• Shipping names are always identical to the chemical names of materials.
• Diversion, diking, and retention are all techniques used in:
• What should responders do with runoff from emergency decontamination?
• Blood and choking agents, while used as terrorism agents, are also common industrial chemicals. Which statement is correct?
• Under Federal OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200, local establishments are required to keep a Material Safety Data Sheet on file when:
• In Level I hazmat incidents, which scenario should the response team be able to handle?
• The V-shaped carrier is an example of which type of hazmat carrier?
• Heat exhaustion occurs because the body is unable to dissipate excessive heat and becomes overheated.
• Using the senses of smell or taste to determine hazmat presence is which of the following?
• The NFPA 704 system provides information on:
• Which intermodal container transports gases in high-pressure cylinders?
• Which of the following can be considered an ignition source at hazmat scenes?
• A fiberboard drum at a facility indicates the contents pose what level of health risk?
• When the Safety Officer arrives on the scene, the Incident Commander should:
• Hazardous materials releases that involve excessive noise levels only cause psychological stress to personnel in specialized protective clothing.
• The shipping of radioactive materials in a metal drum is Type ____ packaging.
• True or false: Neutron radiation is commonly used in commercial and industrial operations
• The phenomenon of a violent tanker failure due to over-pressurization is known as
• Which statement about secondary contamination is true?
• A process by which one substance combines with a second substance is called:
• Which set lists three pieces of mandatory information required on a pesticide label?
• The statement 'Keep Away From Waterways' on a pesticide label is referred to as a
• Which gases are cited as examples of poisonous gases that irritate the respiratory system?
• To minimize the physical limitations of PPE, a firefighter should:
• Which statement best describes the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)?
• A responder’s mental or emotional state can influence PPE usability.
• Risk/benefit assessment is the MOST important item to be considered.
• Virtually all terrorist attacks are directed toward public buildings.
• What kind of radiation has small particles with negative electric charges?
• A person who is repeatedly exposed to a chemical over a long period of time may develop:
• Which set of signal words could be required on a pesticide label?
• In the NFPA 704 system, which color denotes fire hazard on the placard?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of a pressure facility tank?
• True or False: Releases resulting in an exposure to a person while at a fixed facility may be exempted from reporting
• The LD-50 is a measure of toxicity describing the dose that kills what percentage of a test population?
• What is the quickest available source of MSDS for first responders at a hazmat emergency?
• In NBC classification, which category includes Sarin, Mustard, and Tabun?
• Upon arrival at a hazmat incident involving a truck carrying magnesium scrap and you cannot obtain the 4-digit number, where should you look FIRST in the ERG for guidance?
• Which document includes physical data, chemical name, exposure limits, health hazard data, and special precautions?
• When operating at a haz mat scene, which of the following is required when using PPE?
• Which term describes a material that is subject to the Hazardous Waste Manifest Requirements of the EPA?
• Pneumatically unloaded hopper cars typically carry which type of material?
• What term describes an atmosphere that poses an immediate hazard to life or causes immediate, irreversible, debilitating effects on health?
• In a radiological context, which equipment combination is identified as providing adequate protection for first responders in Guides 161 and 162?
• Which of the following is a type of radioactive packaging?
• Which statement best characterizes a Level II hazmat incident?
• Which color-coded section of the ERG provides the shipping names for hazardous materials?
• Which of the following is one of the three special hazards in the U.S. Military Marking system for hazardous materials?
• If a chemical has a high permeation rate, what can be inferred about the PPE's protection?
• The safest direction to approach a haz mat scene to minimize exposure is from:
• If a product with a vapor density of 1.6 escaped, you would expect the product to:
• Type B packaging is designed to withstand what kind of conditions?
• The two most popular biological agents among terrorists are anthrax and ricin.
• Which CPC component's chemical compatibility may be unknown and affect PPE selection?
• What is an example of a sign/symptom of exposure to a nerve agent at a hazmat or suspected terrorism incident?
• Which item is often essential to briefing planning in hazmat responses?
• True or false: Absorption is a defensive method of controlling a hazardous spill by applying a material that will soak up and hold, or absorb, the spill.
• Defensive control techniques that operations level personnel are permitted to engage in are
• Which document is typically found at the bridge or pilot house?
• Which term is used for the zone with the highest hazard?
• The chemical action involving the movement of chemicals, on a molecular level, through intact materials best defines:
• A reference book intended to be carried in every emergency vehicle in the United States.
• How should you evacuate?
• Which action is NOT typically considered an operations-level spill control tactic?
• Local emergency response personnel can gain valuable information if which resource is utilized in preincident planning?
• Pre-incident survey information is vital to establishing briefing items.
• Which term best describes the form of matter as a solid, liquid, or gas at a given temperature and pressure?
• Common hazmat stored in nonbulk packages, referred to as bags, are:
• In what reference materials can you find the 4 digit UN/DOT number assigned, given the product name?
• How many signal words are commonly found on pesticide labels?
• Which element of the ICS is primarily responsible for coordinating logistics and ensuring that support services are available?
• Which task is provided by the Logistics Section at a hazmat incident?
• If a 4-digit UN number is observed on the scene, which color-bordered ERG section provides initial guidance?
• If a chemical name is not highlighted in the ERG, the next step is to proceed to which section?
• What are 3 substances included in the DOT hazard class 6?
• Prior to entry into a confined space, defensive actions taken should include?
• A rail car with a stenciled name on its side is generally a:
• Which statement about shipping papers when hazmat is transported is true?
• In tactical bomb-event responses, which action should responders take?
• The ___________ zone is the area of highest known hazard.
• Which EPA protection level provides the combination of high respiratory protection with reduced skin protection?
• Which dispersion pattern describes the movement of the hazardous material by a responder?
• There are many ways that personnel, PPE, apparatus, and tools become contaminated. What is not a means of contamination?
• Which property helps predict whether a liquid will float on water during a spill?
• If a 4-digit ID number is observed on an orange panel, which ERG section should you look at FIRST for guidance?
• When entering a hazardous area, the best SCBA to use is which bottle specification?
• Which NFPA 704 color quadrant is associated with reactivity hazards?
• Which statement about IM 101 intermodal portable tanks is accurate?
• Which NFPA 704 color indicates health hazard?
• In the ERG, when a chemical name is highlighted, the table of initial isolation and protective action distances is found in which color section?
• In the Incident Management System, which function oversees the management of supplies and equipment?
• Which statement about NFPA 704 labeling is true?
• The hot zone is the area immediately around the release.
• If a placard is visible but no product name or four-digit UN number is given, how can you determine which ERG guide page to use?
• When using safety showers at an industrial facility, responders should verify what aspect of the water flow?
• Caustic soda and potassium hydroxide are examples of:
• Work uniforms that provide minimal protection BEST defines EPA Level ____ protection
• Social Security buildings would be an exception to the fact that federal public buildings are prime targets for terrorist attacks.
• Within the UN/DOT system, a container labeled with a hazard class 4 contains a:
• True or False: Private industry is exempt from notification and reporting requirements in regards to releases of hazardous substances
• Which of the following is an etiological hazard example?
• The route of exposure most commonly associated with ill effects is:
• Heat Exhaustion occurs when the circulatory system begins to fail, resulting in rapid, shallow breathing and cool, clammy skin.
• Which hazard class is represented by the placard illustration labelled 'Radioactives'?
• The products that IM 102 intermodal portable tanks typically carry are:
• In the US Military Marking System, the symbol '#2 in an X' indicates which hazard?
• ___________ materials may cause severe chemical burns and extensive tissue damage on contact
• What is a type of drum?
• What PPE would you use for a material that had a LC50 of 5mg/kg, had a high vapor pressure and was dermally toxic?
• ERG stands for Emergency Response Guidebook.
• Under UN labeling, which hazard class would be cited for materials that spontaneously emit ionizing radiation?
• At a HazMat incident, the assistant safety officer directly reports to the:
• DOT Hazard Class 5 consists of which type?
• MSDS information can be an important part of the briefing process.
• Which statement about nerve agents is false?
• If a liquid sinks in water, its specific gravity is greater than water.
• Which statement best reflects safe hazmat recognition practices?
• What information do UN/DOT placards indicate for hazard recognition?
• The DOT placard that indicates a material is poisonous is associated with which hazard class?
• A vest consisting of a battery or power source, a pump, and an ice/water or cooling agent container where the cooling agent is circulated throughout the garment and operates on the principle of conductive heat transfer is known as a(n) __________ vest
• Which statement correctly distinguishes penetration from permeation?
• Section 304 reporting requirements pertain to which statute?
• In the ERG, if a material entry is highlighted and there is no fire involved, which section should be consulted directly?
• True or False: The blue section of the ERG lists the shipping names of hazardous materials.
• Which statement is true about using structural firefighting protective clothing during hazmat incidents?
• A hazard class of 3 in the UN labeling system indicates a __________ product.
• Removal of contaminated victims that are in need of medical treatment from the hazard area requires:
• When an Operations Section has not been staffed, staging reports to:
• Which role in ICS is responsible for coordinating the request for additional resources at the scene?
• The number to be used to contact CHEMTREC during a chemical emergency is:
• Which SCBA component allows the SCBA to be used even if the regulator malfunctions?
• Responders can contact the shipper directly from the emergency contact number on the:
• The amount of an ingested or injected substance that results in the death of 50% of the test population is:
• Which resource is used to determine the size of an endangered area around a hazmat release?
• Which of the following is a common ignition source at hazmat scenes?
• The number ___ would be shown in the Flammability quadrant of the NFPA 704 system for a material that must be moderately heated before ignition can occur and on which water spray may be used to extinguish a fire.
• The isolation distance in the ERG's numbered guides is used after obtaining which information?
• At a terrorism event, when preserving evidence, what should you not do?
• Liquid or solid substances that emit toxic, dangerous, and irritating fumes are known as:
• Which of the following is NOT a feature of intermodal tanks?
• Which federal agency's manifest requirements apply to hazardous waste?
• Which hazardous material type may be shock sensitive?
• A __________ cargo tank has an inner tank with an outer shell, and is well insulated.
• What single item makes a Level B ensemble different from the lower levels of PPE?
• Which action is a responsibility of an awareness-level hazmat responder?
• What component of the SCBA supports the SCBA components worn by the haz mat responder?
• Which resource should responders consult to obtain chemical hazard information during a response?
• What are two complicating factors facing emergency responders at a terrorist incident?
• Which statement correctly identifies a general route of entry not listed in the standard hazmat pathways?
• What are 3 signal words that can be found on pesticide labels?
• Which of the following is an example of a chemical asphyxiant?
• Which statement about air-purification respirators is correct?
• Which set of words could be required as signal words on a pesticide label?
• Heat stroke is characterized by the failure of the body's temperature-regulating capacity.
• As a first responder trained to the operations level, which spill control tactics can be conducted?
• Which term describes the flow of a hazardous material through fabric defects such as seams or pinholes?
• Where would you typically find the bill of lading during highway hazmat transport?
• For water transport, which document is used as shipping papers?
• An explosive with a fragment hazard is denoted by the US Military Marking System as a:
• An etiological hazard is best described as:
• Within the Incident Command System, what is the optimum span of control?
• What information is required on a pipeline marker?
• The concentration that SHOULD NEVER be exceeded is called:
• What is the prescribed shape of the initial isolation zone and its protective action zone?
• Which color indicates nonflammable gas?
• Where would a first responder expect to find an Air Bill?
• In rural areas, hazardous materials can be found in residences.
• Which of the following is a base?
• What type of container is used to ship materials of low radioactivity?
• In hazmat exposure assessment, long-term exposure refers to exposures lasting over what timescale?
• True or false: A liquid with a low boiling point will more readily change to a vapor than a liquid with a high boiling point when exposed to fire or heat
• Which cooling system is NOT typically used for emergency response applications?
• The MINIMUM temperature to which a fuel in air must be heated to initiate self-sustained combustion without initiation from an independent ignition source is best described as:
• When responding to a potential haz mat incident, the safest way to approach the scene is to:
• In Level B, Type 2 configurations, which component's compatibility may not be known?
• Which hazard class is indicated by a placard design used for corrosive materials?
• White Over Black placard indicates a corrosive material.
• When attempting to collect hazard information during an emergency, responders could contact ____________ for immediate information on the material's properties, its hazards, and suggested control techniques.
• The zone where contamination has occurred or has the potential to occur and requires established entry and exit control points, is known as a _________ zone.
• True or false: If placards are clearly displayed on the transportation mode, shipping papers are not required
• Which document best describes site safety, hazards, and PPE requirements in hazmat response?
• When applying water to a highway tanker or railway tank car with flame impingement, the minimum amount of water to be used is ________ gpm at the point of flame impingement
• When using water to extinguish a fire involving pesticides or a poison, the PRIMARY concern should be:
• Physical data, chemical name, exposure limits, health hazard data, and special precautions are all parts of the:
• Which level of PPE is used when splashes may occur but respiratory hazards are minimal?
• Which agency defines the small spill threshold used in the ERG?
• True or false: Responders in the hot zone may become contaminated during control operations. If they then carry that contamination outside the hot zone, they may contaminate others.
• All cylinders should be considered dangerous because the contents are:
• ____________ is the flow of a hazardous material through zippers, pinholes, or other material imperfections found in chemical protective clothing.
• Examples of nerve agents are sarin, soman, and V agent.
• A victim shows bowel incontinence after exposure; this sign is most consistent with exposure to which agent category?
• What is a common hazard associated with cylinders in a fire?
• A rail car with exposed fittings would be considered to be a _______ car.
• Level A PPE is defined as which of the following descriptions?
• Who is responsible for care and control of a Bill of Lading?
• The individual responsible for establishing and managing the overall plan, developing an organizational structure, and allocating resources BEST describes the:
• What agency regulates pipelines that carry hazardous materials across state borders, navigable waterways, and federal lands?
• Which section of the ERG provides the fire, explosion, and health hazard information for the material identified by the first responder?
• A type of gas that can be extremely toxic and is considered by the DOT to be a hazardous material is a(n):
• Which of the following could indicate a possible terrorist attack?
• The rate at which a chemical moves through a protective garment material is called:
• When a pressurized tanker fails violently due to over-pressurizing, the phenomenon is called
• A liquid with specific gravity 0.8 will behave how on water?
• Which statement describes a thermal hazard?
• What is an example of a material that bags may be used to store?
• The general routes of entry for human exposure to hazmat are:
• Which type of radiation has large particles with positive electrical charges?
• Which DOT Hazard Class includes Flammable solids?
• Scene control at a terrorism incident may present unique challenges for the responders. In particular, responders must be aware that:
• Permeation refers to movement of a chemical through the garment at the molecular level.
• Absorption refers to entry of hazmat into the body through which routes?
• A common hazard with cylinders involved in fire is:
• The radiation that is least dangerous as a threat to external portions of the body but is very dangerous if ingested or inhaled is:
• Which of the following descriptions best matches a pressure tank car?
• Which scale of evacuation is associated with Level III incidents?
• Which document contains the emergency contact number used to reach the shipper during an incident?
• What is the major hazard you should be concerned about when approaching a leaking tanker carrying corrosive liquid?
• Which term indicates whether a vapor is likely to rise or stay close to the ground?
• Emergency centers such as which organization provide immediate technical assistance to emergency responders?
• Wet clothing extracts heat from the body up to 240 times faster than dry clothing, which can lead to hypothermia.
• What is the term for the shipping papers when being transported by air?
• At a hazmat emergency, the Operations Section serves the task of:
• The BEST source of information on a specific hazmat is:
• The manufacturing and labeling of pesticides is regulated by:
• Using the senses of sight, sound, and odor is one informal way of recognizing the presence of hazmat.
• A substance that readily yields oxygen to support combustion would be labeled Hazard Class _____ under the UN/DOT labeling system.
• Which single item is a primary reference used to determine the hazmat name located in a facility?
• Which packaging is used for more highly radioactive shipments, including steel reinforced concrete casks, lead pipe, and heavy-gauge metal drums?
• Radioactive material containers are shipped in either Type A or Type B containers.
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five major functions within the Incident Management System?
• A liquid with a low flash point requires caution because it can form ignitable vapors at or near room temperature. Which statement is true?
• Which zone lies immediately outside the hot/exclusion zone?
• Shipping papers are referred to as what and usually stored where in air transport?
• When determining the type of dam to use to control a spill, responders need to consider the:
• How many guides are found in the orange-bordered section of the ERG?
• Federal agencies may be contacted and authorized for assistance at a terrorist activity by:
• Who is responsible for the care and control of the waybill/consist on a train?
• When should a first responder refer to the ERG's Table of Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances?
• The 8-step process recommended for assessing a hazmat incident includes: Hazard and risk evaluation and implementing response objectives.
• If witnesses report a marking 'Spec. 51' on the side of a leaking tank, what type of container would you expect on arrival?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an occupancy/location type that could be considered a possible target for terrorism?
• A specific class of chemicals, called blood agents, are of great concern to first responders. They are highly toxic to the human body because they:
• A number 4 in the blue quadrant of the NFPA 704 system indicates there is ______ risk in this category from the chemical involved.
• According to NFPA 704, the most dangerous number associated with each hazard is what?
• The chemical agent Sarin belongs to which category of warfare agents?
• True or false: A person may be exposed to large quantities of a hazardous material that do not present a hazard or to small amounts that present a very high hazard.
• A _________ effect occurs at the point of contact with a hazardous substance
• In using various clues for detecting hazardous materials, which clue would be considered the MOST dangerous?
• Which option best describes the initial isolation and protective action zones in the ERG's guidance?
• Carcinogens, mutagens, and teratogens are best described as which type of health hazard?
• What thermal emergency is a true, life-threatening emergency that requires immediate attention?
• Which of the following is NOT a limitation for personnel working in SCBA?
• A tank carrier designed to carry flammable liquids, combustible liquids, Class B poisons, and liquid food products with vapor pressures up to 3 psi, is an:
• To contact the shipper for hazard and response information, a firefighter can obtain the phone number from:
• True or false: When determining the location of the command post, it is vital that the incident commander can view the scene from it.
• DOT Hazard Class 6 consists of which type?
• Which exposure value could be repeated a maximum of four times daily for 15 minutes with a 60-minute rest between exposures?
• Nerve agents are very effective due to their high vapor pressure, which allows them to readily vaporize.
• Who should operate monitoring equipment during a hazmat incident?
• Biological agents are very easy for terrorists to distribute effectively.
• True or false: Structural firefighting gear with SCBA will protect responders from Beta particles
• In a crisis management scenario for a terrorist incident, which agency leads the response?
• Which statement describes the characteristics of chronic health hazards?
• A recon team observes a rolled-over MC 312 tank. The container most probably contains a
• Position 2 on a hazard placard relates to which category?
• Which statement is NOT a characteristic of a compressed gas tube trailer?
• Vapors with density greater than air will tend to collect in low areas.
• Federal public buildings are prime targets for terrorist attacks.
• Vesicants/blister agents, such as nitrogen mustard, would fall under which UN/DOT hazard class and division?
• First step in controlling a hazmat scene?
• Which DOT Hazard Class covers biological agents and toxins?
• Which statement accurately describes venting and burning in hazmat response?
• Which term describes movement of material through closures such as seams or zippers?
• The acronym SLUDGEM is used to describe the signs and symptoms of exposure to which category of warfare agents?
• Which term best describes cylindrical packaging made of metal, plastic, or fiberboard used to transport solids or liquids?
• DOT Hazard Class 7 consists of which type?
• Nitrogen mustard is an example of which UN/DOT hazard division?
• What are the two spill categories in the ERG's Table of Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances?
• The transport container on which you would expect to find a specification plate is known as a
• Biological agents or toxins are classified under which UN/DOT hazard division?
• After the Safety Officer arrives on scene, who should review the incident action plan?
• Which of the following is a typical service provided by CHEMTREC/CANUTEC?
• A railcar tanker with a stencil marking of DOT 111 is a(n):
• The statement 'People inside a building should remain inside until the danger passes' best describes which protective action?
• Which of the following could be signs of a possible terrorist attack?
• What is TRUE regarding hazardous materials incident command post?
• The taking of haz mat into the body through undamaged skin and the eyes is called:
• The MOST critical parameter when selecting the appropriate level of chemical protective equipment is:
• What is an example of a location that has a low likelihood of being targeted by a terrorist attack?
• Which of the following is a typical ignition source at hazmat incidents?
• A responder's physical, mental, or emotional condition can cause problems with using PPE.
• ___________ rays are the most dangerous type of radiation.
• Which of the following statements about absorption is true?
• What is unique about haz mat IMS?
• Which NFPA 704 quadrant indicates health hazards?
• The primary type of harm associated with biological terrorism is which of the following?
• The type of breathing system that CANNOT BE utilized in an oxygen deficient atmosphere is a(n):
• Which EPA protection level provides minimal protection with basic work uniforms?
• Which of the following is a known carcinogen commonly encountered in hazards materials work?
• After inhaling an airborne white powder, a victim reports feeling unwell days later; this observation would indicate a biological agent.
• The DOT Hazard Class 2 consists of:
• A chemical that must be reported to authorities if released above the threshold report quantity is called?
• A tractor trailer hauling gasoline should display a placard with which color and hazard class?
• The lead agency during a terrorist emergency (crisis management) is the:
• The steps that are taken to preserve the health and safety of emergency responders and the public during an incident involving release of hazardous materials.
• The placard shown indicates that the material is considered to be:
• Which pairing correctly matches the document to its transport mode?
• One factor that can change the evacuation area is:
• What is the safest approach to hazmat recognition during an incident?
• If you are directed to guide number 127 in the ERG after inspecting a 55-gallon drum with a flammable placard, what color-coded section contains the Emergency Action for a spill or leak?
• What safety precaution is most important for hypergolic substances?
• In preincident planning, which document provides valuable information to local responders?
• Which DOT Hazard Class corresponds to the category described as 'Miscellaneous'?
• Vapor dispersion is always a good idea when flammable substances are the problem.
• In NFPA 704, which quadrant color corresponds to reactivity?
• Which sign is included in the SLUDGEM acronym?
• The UN/DOT hazard class for a flammable liquid is:
• When contacting CHEMTREC, the caller should be prepared to supply what information?
• Muscle cramps in legs and abdomen are symptoms of which thermal emergency?
• What does NBC stand for in hazard classification?
• The DOT defines a small spill as a leaking container smaller than how many gallons?
• What does the signal word Danger indicate?
• Which hazard class is associated with the placard label 'Flammable liquid/combustible'?
• What is the proper sequence for emergency medical care when victims of a hazmat incident are found?
• What material could pose a threat to a developing fetus, upon exposure?
• At a hazmat incident, which responsibility does the safety officer NOT include?
• The MOST critical parameter when selecting the appropriate level of chemical protective equipment is:
• A Material Safety Data Sheet provides the name the chemical company uses to identify the product.
• Which major function is responsible for incident costs and procurement?
• After repeated exposure, which type of chemical will cause an allergic reaction?
• For an MC 312 tank that has rolled over, which content class is most likely?
• In rural areas, hazardous materials can be found in which of the following?
• Safety briefings should include approaching a potential terrorism incident in the same manner as a hazardous material incident.
• Which of the following materials would be classified as Class 9 (Miscellaneous Hazardous Materials)?
• To obtain hazard and response information, a firefighter can contact the manufacturer using:
• Which term describes a tank car designed to handle compressed gases?
• What is the highest level of Chemical Protective Clothing?
• At a hazmat incident, which statement about PPE guidance is correct?
• Using the NBC classification, which of the following is an example of a biological warfare agent?
• What is placed on highway transport vehicles to identify the contents?
• Which statement best describes highlighted chemicals in the ERG?
• A chemical that is a physical hazard or health hazard is termed?
• Which statement about intermodal containers is false?
• Pipeline markers commonly include which two pieces of information?
• Which document is commonly found in the engine or caboose on a train?
• Which hazard class is represented by the placard illustration labelled 'Poison gases'?
• If you are extinguishing a pesticide-related fire with water, the primary environmental concern is:
• In Level A fully encapsulating suits, if the SCBA malfunctions, the user may have some time to reach a nonhostile environment.
• In air transport, shipping papers are referred to as which term?
• When determining initial isolation distances for incidents involving explosive devices, it is BEST for responders to:
• Which role would typically manage the shipping papers for air transport?
• Which of the following is NOT an operational consideration when using supplied air respirators?
• The physical destruction or decomposition of chemical protective clothing (CPC) by a chemical action is called:
• The hazmat PPE ensemble level MOST COMMONLY used is which level?
• Which statement about pneumatically unloaded hopper cars is true?
• What substance is an example of a chemical asphyxiant?
• This can be defined as movement of material through closures
• Where is the SCBA worn when donning a Level A hazmat suit?
• DOT Hazard Class 9 consists of which type?
• Who is responsible for care and control of the waybill/consist in a train operation?
• A bill of lading is the shipping paper used when transporting a product via which mode?
• What does the signal word Warning mean?
• Of the 62 guides found in the orange-bordered section of the ERG, only two, Guides 161 and 162 (low level and low to moderate level radiation) list ________ as providing adequate protection for first responders
• A document developed by the manufacturer listing hazards of a product is called:
• Vapor density greater than one will tend to collect in low-lying areas.
• Which marking is used to indicate a mass fire hazard?
• The NFPA 704 system provides the:
• What component of the SCBA stores the compressed air supply?
• Where would the Air Bill typically be kept during air transport?
• Biological agents or toxins are classified under which UN/DOT hazard division?
• Substances that ignite when combined create a _________ reaction.
• What is the primary hazard of DOT Hazard Class 5 materials?
• The most important part of assessment.
• A site safety plan is recommended to include information such as site information, analysis of site hazards, risk analysis, PPE, and a work plan.
• When initiating an IMS at a hazmat incident, the span of control should be?
• An MC 307/DOT 407 low-pressure chemical carrier is designed to carry chemicals with pressures not to exceed ______ psi.
• Unity of Command is defined as which description?
• The following limitations are indicative of what type of chemical vapor suit? 1. SCBA exposed to atmosphere without protection 2. Facepiece compatibility may not be equivalent to suit compatibility 3. The chemical compatibility of belts, straps, & harnesses may not be known
• What term describes a release that results from a broken or damaged valve and may last from several seconds to several minutes?
• Which term describes a chemical that must be reported if released above the threshold report quantity?
• An example of an asphyxiation hazard is:
• DOT Hazard Class 4 consists of which type?
• Which item is not part of the incident notification information, to the extent known?
• Proximity gear offers protection up to which temperature range?
• Which NFPA 704 color indicates reactivity hazard?
• Which component reduces high cylinder pressure to a usable lower pressure and controls air flow to the user?
• How should you perform In-Place Protection?
• Blister agents belong in which category of warfare agents under the CBRNE classification?
• On vehicles, the two most common locations for remote shutoffs are at the valve controls and behind the driver's door.
• What is the primary purpose of the bill of lading?
• True or false: Shipping papers must contain the proper name of the chemical or its hazard class
• Within the UN/DOT classification system, a container labeled with a Hazard class of 4 contains a(n):
• What symbol denotes a mass fire hazard in the US Military Marking System?
• The collection of evidence at a terrorist event is primarily the responsibility of:
• A TRUE statement concerning the proper procedure for dilution of a spill?
• Is hypothermia considered a true medical emergency?
• Which component of a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus reduces high storage pressure and controls the flow of air to the user?
• Who is responsible for control of the air-bill papers?
• Structural fire-fighting protective clothing can be utilized to make rescues of live victims during a haz mat incident involving chemicals.
• Prior to allowing responders to act, briefings should include all of the following except?
• Which resource provides the procedure for establishing initial isolation distances?
• All biological etiologic agents and toxins are designated as which DOT Hazard Class?
• A ___________ tank car is designed to carry low-pressure, refrigerated liquids at -130 degrees F and below
• The short-term exposure duration is defined as
• Which of the following is an example of a thermal hazard?
• Which substance is commonly shock sensitive?
• True or false: The signal words EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE are displayed if package contents have a flash point below 80 degrees F.
• In the NBC classification, nerve agents are categorized as which type?
• In an explosion scenario, what risk should be considered regarding device threats?
• Doffing PPE in cold environments can cause rapid cooling of the body.
• A tractor-trailer carrying 975 lbs of organic peroxides, other than Type B, requires:
• What is the first tactical priority to consider during a haz mat incident?
• Which statement about cryogenic intermodal tanks is true regarding insulation and pressure?
• True or False: Vapor pressures of a substance at 100 degrees F are always higher than the same substance at 68 degrees F
• The DOT Hazard Class 1 consists of:
• Shipping papers are required to contain an entry for hazard classification according to DOT regulations.
• Active ingredients on a pesticide label will be?
• Practice and conditioning can help reduce psychological limitations of PPE users.
• Dilution is used as a decontamination method for an anhydrous ammonia incident.
• Hazardous occupancies should be identified and evaluated when?
• When considering personnel protection, the MOST COMMON route of exposure for an emergency responder is:
• What is the easiest biological or chemical agent for a terrorist to make?
• If an explosion has occurred, the safety briefing should stress the potential that a secondary explosive device exists.
• Cryogenic liquids cannot be shipped in intermodal containers because they are considered to be too unstable for this type of shipment.
• Ice-cooled vests operate based on which heat transfer mechanism?
• A vapor-tight suit is characteristic of which hazmat PPE level?
• Who is responsible for the shipping papers for rail transport?
• Using the UN/DOT labeling system, a flammable liquid would receive a hazard classification of:
• Which feature of protective suits can help minimize minor leaks due to positive internal pressure?
• For materials in Hazard Class 8 (corrosive), a DOT placard is required if the gross weight is in excess of:
• What is the hazard class represented by the placard illustration?
• True or false: Biological agents are the easiest to produce among warfare agent categories.
• Which description best defines a local effect when exposed to a hazardous substance?
• Isolating the incident area on arrival is intended to prevent exposure to which groups?
• The temperature at which a liquid changes to a gas is BEST described as:
• Which of the following describes heat stroke symptoms?
• Level III incidents often require the technical expertise of __________ to be brought in for appropriate handling.
• The emergency decontamination process is used to remove contaminated victims from the hazard area.
• Which tank carrier is designed to haul various chemicals whose pressures DO NOT exceed 40 PSI?
• A product that sinks in water has a higher what property than water?
• An MC 306/DOT 406 non-pressure liquid carrier can operate with liquids with vapor pressures below how many psi?
• Which respiratory protection cannot be used in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere?
• Which statement about vapor dispersion effectiveness is most accurate?
• Which term describes a poison that causes seizures?
• The physical destruction or decomposition of chemical protective clothing material due to exposure to chemicals, general use, or ambient conditions defines:
• What IS NOT a physical limitation of personnel working in a positive pressure SCBA?
• Which packaging contains low-level commercial radioactive shipments?
• Which statement is not addressed by the protective clothing description?
• This suit is used where splashes may occur, but where respiratory hazards are minimal
• True or false: Absorption generally requires that the operational personnel be in close proximity to the spill.
• The command post is located in the warm zone.
• For a Level III incident, evacuation is expected to be which scale?
• Which packaging designation refers to cryogenic materials?
• Which statement best describes how to determine initial isolation distances for hazmat incidents involving explosive devices?
• An ADVANTAGE of confinement operations is that:
• The decision to evacuate or shelter in place is relatively easy to make.
• Why are chemicals listed in highlighted type in the ERG?
• Is it true that higher packing group numbers indicate greater chemical danger?
• Pipe-like packaging of radioactive materials is Type:
• Which designation is used for a non-pressure liquid carrier?
• Which statement best describes hazmat incidents compared to other emergencies?
• In the UN/DOT system, the hazard class that includes flammable liquids is class number?
• There are many types of intermodal containers that can be used interchangeably on highway, rail, and ship.
• Which statement best describes remote shutoffs in terms of labeling and accessibility?
• Which term describes a substance determined by the Secretary of Transportation to pose an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce?
• What cooling systems ARE NOT typically used for emergency response applications?
• Which statement about dilution is true?
• What correctly identifies the purpose, advantages, and limitations of structural firefighting protective clothing at haz mat incidents?
• The best protective material against a specific chemical is characterized by a low ______ rate.
• Which dispersion pattern is described as low-lying liquid in an odd shape?
• Which factor is NOT listed as a determinant of permeation rates?
• Which hazard class is indicated by the placard illustration for flammable liquids?
• Position 3 on a hazard placard relates to which category?
• The shape of a container located at a fixed facility would indicate it probably contains a:
• Which hazard involves exposure to a microorganism or its toxin?
• The 3-digit ERG guide number is used to determine what?
• Nerve agents are classified under which UN/DOT hazard division?
• Which of the following is an example of material that can be shipped in industrial containers with limited hazard to the public and environment?
• Under the UN/DOT Marking System, Hazard Class 3 corresponds to which example of material?
• Which sound indicates metal has been softened by heat and pressure and may signal risk of BLEVE?
• Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the duration of a valve-release event?
• Chemical permeation rates are a result of:
• Which location is NOT listed as a place to encounter hazardous materials?
• An air cooling system provides which type of cooling by blowing cool air over the body inside a suit or vest?
• If a numbered guide for a transported hazardous material cannot be obtained by following the 3 steps outlined on page 1 of the DOT ERG, the first responder should:
• Self-contained breathing apparatus and supplied-air respirators are two types of which category?
• Which organization provides hazard and response information for chemicals at incidents, available around the clock?
• Pepper spray is considered an irritant. What IS NOT a symptom of an irritant exposure?
• Which of the following is NOT typically considered to be transported in industrial containers with limited hazard to the public and environment?
• Which statement best describes the NFPA 704 system?
• Which document typically contains the shipper's phone number for hazard and response information?
• The purpose of vapor suppression is to
• The elapsed time between initial contact of a chemical with the outside surface of chemical protective equipment and detection at the inside surface is called:
• What does the signal word Caution mean?
• In the ERG, the material with UN/NA ID number 2553 would have its recommended actions categorized under which color-coded section?
• At an emergency incident, the firefighter may obtain appropriate MSDS information from:
• During a hazmat incident, if chlorine vapor is suspected from a cylinder, what is one verified action an operations-level responder could take?
• Which dispersion pattern is described as low to the ground following natural barriers?
• What is the term for the key criterion used to match protective equipment materials to a chemical hazard?
• One advantage of using Level A PPE with Supplied Air Respirators (Type 3) and a vapor-protective suit is:
• The NFPA 704 system identifies which property of hazmat materials?
• Which feature indicates a non-pressure or low-pressure tank car?
• In the U.S. Military Marking system, which of the following is NOT one of the three special hazards?
• Under the UN labeling system, a substance that readily yields oxygen to support combustion of fuels would be labeled with which number?
• Which of the following is not a recommended first aid action for heat illness?
• Physical damage from a chemical best defines:
• Which designation is used for a low-pressure chemical carrier?
• Gamma rays are the most penetrating and dangerous type of radiation.
• Who is responsible for the shipping papers for highway transport?
• The NFPA lists _______ as the standard for identifying chemical hazards at fixed facilities.
• Which statement about Unity of Command is true?
• If you are initiating the IMS at a hazmat incident, the Safety Officer should be:
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor that should raise awareness of possible terrorism involvement?
• Which organization is commonly consulted for immediate technical assistance during hazardous materials incidents?
• The statement 'Keep Away From Children' on a pesticide label is an example of which type of label statement?
• The size of a community determines the potential for hazardous materials.
• An ice-cooled vest consists of frozen ice packs placed in a vest and operates on the principle of conductive heat cooling. Studies have indicated that ice vests are better than air cooled units and water cooled jackets.
• Which two organizations are commonly used to obtain hazard and response information for chemical incidents?
• Specific gravity helps determine how a chemical behaves during containment.
• Above-ground pressurized storage tanks are divided into what two categories?
• Which container type is designed for bulk liquid shipments and is typically used in intermodal service, often identified by a 'Spec. 51' marking?
• An opening commonly associated with a BLEVE is called
• If mitigation efforts are failing or the situation is getting worse, what should the incident command do?
• A Level II hazmat incident is beyond the normal capabilities and may require a response from which team?
• Which container is commonly associated with an intermodal portable tank?
• Remote shutoffs in fixed facilities are typically located near the entrance.
• What level of training is required to don chemical protective clothing?
• Where are pipeline owners required to place pipeline markings?
• The SCBA air supply is stored in the air cylinder.
• In a suspected terrorist incident, evidence collection is primarily the responsibility of which entity?
• Which of the following options correctly lists materials that can be shipped in industrial containers which have limited hazard to the public and environment?
• Which label indicates the product is a gas?
• Which hazard class is indicated by a placard illustrating oxidizers?
• Which statement about emergency decontamination is NOT TRUE?
• Rail transport uses which form of shipping papers?
• Which of the following is an example of material that is transported in industrial containers?
• The ________ is the location where information gathering occurs, and both technical and administrative functions are assigned.
• A document developed by the manufacturer listing specific hazards of a project is called:
• During a small fire in an unoccupied house, you discover a lab setup with powders. What type of illegal activity might be occurring?
• Sheltering-in place is a method of safeguarding people in a hazardous area by keeping them in a safe atmosphere, usually inside structures.
• Which action should citizens not be instructed to do during sheltering in place?
• The white quadrant in the 6 o'clock position of the NFPA 704 system is used to indicate:
• In HazMat incidents, how many safety officers are typically assigned?
• Which packaging contains low-level commercial radioactive shipments?
• A fire involving a DOT Hazard Class 5.1 oxidizer generally requires large volumes of:
• Who is responsible for the shipping papers for water transport?
• Evacuation is always preferred over sheltering in place.
• ___________ is the controlled burning of a liquid or gas to reduce or control the pressure and/or to dispose of the product.
• Which document provides essential safety data and product information about hazmat materials provided by the manufacturer?
• Which DOT hazard class includes Corrosives?
• In general, as compared to the standard emergency incident faced by a first responder, a HazMat incident will:
• Position 4 on a hazard placard relates to which category?
• Chlorine and anhydrous ammonia are examples of poisonous gases that primarily irritate which body system?
• Which defensive control technique is a barrier used to physically contain liquid within a designated area?
• Nerve agents were designed for one purpose - to kill people.
• Where would a first responder expect to find a dangerous cargo manifest?
• The DOT Placarding System requires a vehicle carrying more than 1001 pounds of corrosive to display which placard?
• Which statement is true about biological agents according to the material?
• The flammable range is BEST described as:
• There is no assurance that once decontamination of chemical protective clothing is complete, ________ has ceased.
• Emergency decontamination is designed to remove contaminants that pose what kind of threat?
• Which of the following statements about absorbents is true?
• Exposure to ________ materials may cause freeze burns and frostbite.
• The decontamination of crew members in an incident involving anhydrous ammonia by water and soap is known as what?
• Which system is used to identify the flammability of a hazmat material during recognition?
• A non-insulated, single-shell vessel carrying liquefied gases is an:
• Where would the Bill of Lading typically be kept during highway transport?
• Materials such as benzene, asbestos, and arsenic are known as:
• How should you Isolate the hazard area and deny entry?
• During size-up of a jackknifed tractor-trailer seen from the side, you identify it as which type?
• Which of the following lists the five major functions within the Incident Management System?
• Choking agents like ___________ attack the lungs causing tissue damage
• In urban or suburban locales, hazardous materials can be found in which of the following?
• Which document is associated with rail transport and is also known as Waybill/Consist?
• The primary hazard to responders rescuing victims near a fire involving hazard class 1 is:
• True or false: When carrying hazmat, a transportation mode must carry shipping papers
• When estimating the time to achieve the primary objective of the incident, which information should be excluded?
• Which marking indicates a fragment hazard in the US Military Marking System?
• Which statement accurately reflects pesticide label requirements?
• Which term defines the material's breakdown due to chemical exposure or aging?
• What measurement does OSHA commonly use to evaluate workplace exposure during an eight-hour period?
• Which statement best describes Level C protection usage?
• What term describes whether a vapor tends to rise or settle in air?
• The senses that are acceptable for hazmat detection are Vision and hearing.
• Which type of ionizing radiation can be stopped by a sheet of paper?
• A resource that would be useful in determining the size of an endangered area during a HazMat incident is the:
• Breakthrough time is defined as the elapsed time between initial contact of a chemical with the outside surface of the protective equipment and detection at the inside surface.
• Which color-coded section of the ERG would you consult for fire, explosion, and health hazard information about a material?
• Which statement about Level A fully encapsulating (Type 1) chemical protective suit is true?
• When using water to extinguish a fire involving pesticides or a poison, what impact should the responder consider?
• When transporting hazmat, the shipping papers should contain which of the following?
• What is the name of the specialized intermodal container that transports gases in high-pressure cylinders (3000-5000 psi)?
• Where would a first responder expect to find a Waybill or Consist?
• Which hazard class is represented by the placard illustration labelled 'Corrosives'?
• Which type does DOT Hazard Class 3 consist of?
• The first step or most important thing to accomplish upon arrival at a hazmat or suspected hazmat incident is:
• Where would you find an air bill on an aircraft?
• The goal of an emergency decon procedure is to:
• An intermodal tank designed for working pressures of 100-500 psig and typically transports liquefied gases under pressure is known as which type?
• Chemical permeation rates are a result of which factors?
• Viewed from the rear, a liquid carrier has an elliptical shape. This indicates what type of carrier?
• Which statement about product name versus chemical name on an MSDS is accurate?
• Which statement is NOT an operational component to consider before using air purifying respirators?
• Level A suit will protect the responder from ill effects from all hazardous materials.
• Tube module intermodal container is designed to hold which type of cargo?