Ben Hirst Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Practice Exam

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• Which section of the Emergency Response Guidebook provides the fire, explosion, and health hazard information for the material identified by the first responder?
• During a terrorism incident, responders should be aware that the terrorist may be on the scene waiting for responders to arrive before striking again.
• What is the purpose of the warm zone in incident management?
• Which exposure process involves taking in materials through the skin or eyes?
• Which term describes the procedures that allow people to stay inside a building to minimize exposure during a hazardous materials release?
• What is a primary reason for performing emergency decontamination before removing a contaminated person from the hot zone?
• Low-level commercial radioactive shipments are typically packaged in which of the following packaging formats?
• Which item is commonly listed as containing a radiological source and can be regulated for transport in industrial settings?
• The first step upon arrival at a hazardous materials incident is to:
• The collection of evidence at a terrorist event is primarily the responsibility of
• Unsafe procedures observed during incident progression should be:
• Which hazard class number is assigned to oxidizers?
• Which category do benzene, asbestos, and arsenic belong to?
• The physical destruction or decomposition of chemical protective clothing material due to exposure to chemicals, general use, or ambient conditions is called?
• When immediate medical attention is necessary, decontamination is required.
• What is the purpose of protective actions at hazardous materials incidents?
• The chemicals listed in highlighted type in the Emergency Response Guidebook were selected because:
• Which term best describes the flow of a chemical through openings in the garment rather than through the fabric itself?
• Which feature identifies a MC 307/DOT 407 tanker?
• Which breathing system cannot be utilized in an oxygen deficient atmosphere?
• The difference between the upper and lower flammable limits of a gas or vapor is called which range?
• Which Hazard Class is associated with flammable liquids such as gasoline?
• The statement 'Keep Away From Children' found on a pesticide label is an example of:
• Where is the air bill typically located for air shipments?
• In incident operations, where should backup personnel be positioned?
• Identify the five major functions within the Incident Management System.
• The regulation of pesticides' manufacturing and labeling is conducted by which agency?
• Which defensive control techniques are permitted for operations-level personnel?
• The safest way to approach a Hazmat scene is to:
• In HazMat Incident Management System, how many safety officers are typically assigned?
• Which task at a hazardous materials incident will be provided by Logistics?
• Which organization can usually provide emergency technical information about a chemical incident?
• Which term describes redirecting a hazardous liquid flow away from an area?
• Which color is used in NFPA 704 to indicate fire hazard on the hazard diamond?
• IMO type 7 cryogenic intermodal containers have pressure ratings up to 600 psi.
• When establishing an isolation perimeter for an incident inside a building, which action is appropriate?
• Which decontamination stage would be used after initial exposure to remove contaminants from equipment and personnel?
• The resource that would be useful in determining the size of an endangered area during a hazmat incident is the:
• Which Federal agency is involved in the regulation of hazardous materials and/or wastes?
• Beta particles are:
• The minimum temperature at which a liquid gives off enough vapors to form an ignitable mixture, with air near the surface, is the:
• During mass decontamination, valuables should be:
• Which location is most likely for vapors from a liquid with density greater than air to accumulate?
• A poison that can be harmful if inhaled, swallowed, absorbed or introduced into the body is called what?
• Contaminated tools are cleaned:
• The firefighter may obtain appropriate Safety Data Sheet information from:
• When a safety officer identifies an unsafe activity at an emergency, what should they do first?
• In the UN/DOT labeling system, which hazard class contains flammable solids?
• IM 101 intermodal portable tanks typically carry which type of products?
• What type of container is used to ship materials of radioactivity by air?
• What two items should be documented during decontamination?
• The hand signal with the responder placing their hands across the throat indicates:
• If a contaminated individual leaves the hot zone without decontamination, what is the likely outcome?
• Which resource provides a concise at-a-glance hazard rating for materials used in a facility?
• If a contaminated individual leaves the hot zone without decontamination, the most likely outcome is:
• Which hazard classification is assigned to radioactive materials?
• Which placard color is used to signify a poisonous substance?
• Permeation may be described as movement of material through what element of protective equipment?
• Position number three corresponds to which hazard?
• The NFPA 704 standard for identifying chemical hazards of materials at fixed facilities is which number?
• What does the NFPA 704 System indicate about hazardous materials?
• The area that exists just outside the hot/exclusion zone is the
• Which resource are available for determining the concentrations of a released hazardous material in an endangered area?
• To contact the shipper for hazard and response information, a firefighter can obtain information number from
• The term evacuate means:
• Which material is closely associated with ore deposits and is used as a fuel feedstock in some nuclear systems?
• Which organization lists the standard for identifying chemical hazards of materials at fixed facilities?
• The hand signal with the responder placing their hands across the throat indicates:
• The route of exposure affecting the respiratory tracts associated with ill effects is
• Regarding photoionization devices (PIO) at WMD or hazmat incidents, which statement is correct?
• Which property is used to predict whether a vapor will rise or fall?
• Which statement best describes cryogenic liquids?
• Which of the following is listed as a sign of heat exhaustion?
• In the hazard-control zone, what action should be taken to protect responders?
• The taking of hazardous materials into the body through the undamaged skin and the eyes is:
• Which condition is a true life-threatening emergency requiring immediate attention?
• Who is responsible for providing additional resources at a hazmat incident?
• At a hazardous materials emergency, the Operations Section serves the task of which of the following?
• Which gas is a common product of combustion encountered in structure fires?
• To contact the shipper for hazard and response information, where can a firefighter obtain the information number?
• Regarding emergency decontamination, which statement is true?
• LD50 is defined as the dose that causes death in what percentage of a test population?
• Which item is a consumer safety device that contains a radioactive source and is often transported under hazmat rules?
• Which of the following could be a potential ignition source at hazmat incident scenes, depending on context?
• Which hazard class number is assigned to radioactive substances?
• Which physical condition can affect users of specialized protective clothing?
• Where are coordination, control, and communications centralized at a hazmat incident?
• Which item is considered a potential ignition source at hazardous materials incidents?
• Which statement is correct concerning the proper procedure for dilution of a spill?
• Which label would most clearly indicate a gas hazard?
• Which material is a dense, artificially produced element associated with nuclear weapons programs and requires strict shipping controls?
• Dizziness, headache, and nausea are all signs of which heat-related condition?
• In Level III hazmat incidents, evacuation is described as which scale?
• Which organization provides an emergency call center for first responders at a hazmat emergency?
• The NFPA 704 system is designed for which setting?
• At a weapons of mass destruction incident, which document should provide the method for evidence collection?
• For quick emergency response guidance, which handbook is commonly used?
• In environments where respiratory hazards are minimal but splashes may occur, which suit level is appropriate?
• Which of the following physical conditions can affect users of specialized protective clothing?
• Which hazard term describes materials that may cause severe chemical burns and extensive tissue damage?
• 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 is a:
• Packaging used for transport with extremely low levels of radioactivity that present no risk to the public or environment is:
• Which statement about PPE lifecycle is correct?
• Position number four corresponds to which hazard?
• Emergency centers such as CHEMTREC provide:
• Which practice is essential when operating in the hot zone to protect personnel?
• If the safety officer notices an unsafe activity at an emergency, the safety officer should:
• An air cooling system consists of small airlines providing cooling by blowing cool air over the body inside a suit or vest. What type of heat transfer does this cooling achieve?
• In a small fire in an unoccupied house, finding chemicals and glass jars may indicate activity consistent with?
• Water solubility is the degree to which a substance will
• What is the most critical parameter when selecting the appropriate level of chemical protective equipment?
• A tank carrier designed to carry flammable liquids, combustible liquids, Class B poisons, and liquid food products with vapor pressures up to 4 psi is which designation?
• The taking of hazardous materials into the body through undamaged skin and the eyes is called:
• When sheltering people in place, which action should be taken regarding heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems?
• Which choice best describes an irritant exposure symptom?
• The term for a liquid's ability to mix with water is
• Which zone requires established entry and exit control points due to contamination?
• Intermodal containers can hold gases and cryogenic liquids; they can be either non-pressurized or pressure-rated depending on the content.
• Which protective action must be taken during shelter in place protection?
• In Level I incidents, the response team should be able to deal with:
• Tool decontamination is performed:
• Emergency decontamination is required under which condition?
• The identification feature described as a single manhole assembly protected by a flash box and roll-over protection corresponds to which designation?
• Where can a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for a hazardous material be obtained?
• Which document would you consult to identify the hazard classification and the appropriate emergency response actions at the scene?
• The vertical stripes on a container indicate what information?
• When decontaminating tools, at what point should the decontamination occur?
• Regarding EPA pesticide labeling, which combination of statements is true?
• The elapsed time between initial contact of a chemical with the outside surface of the protective equipment and detection at the inside surface is called?
• Emergency centers such as CHEMTREC provide immediate technical assistance to emergency responders.
• What is the minimum nozzle flow rate required for mass decontamination showers?
• The concentration that should never be exceeded is:
• In emergency decontamination, environmental protection is considered secondary to life saving operations.
• Materials such as benzene, asbestos, and arsenic are:
• The goal of an emergency decontamination procedure is to:
• The area just outside the hot/exclusion zone is the:
• A way that personnel, PPE, apparatus, and tools become contaminated is by:
• The evidence that is found through the five senses is:
• On a placard, the number at the bottom of the diamond indicates the
• Which document is needed for CHEMTREC to assist responders by faxing information?
• Which statement about placards and shipping papers is correct?
• Which radiation is least dangerous as an external hazard but dangerous if ingested or inhaled?
• The Environmental Protection Agency signal word Warning indicates which level of toxicity?
• As temperature increases, vapor pressure of a liquid generally:
• What is designed to remove contaminants that pose immediate threat to life?
• Which of the following is listed as a Hazard Class 3 material in the example?
• If a hazardous material incident involves a leaking flammable substance, first responders should immediately remove all which?
• Which storage description applies to high- pressure systems as described in the material?
• A process by which one substance combines with a second substance is
• In the Emergency Response Guidebook, the table of initial isolation and protective action distances for a highlighted chemical is found in which color-bordered section?
• The zone where contamination has occurred or has the potential to occur, and requires established entry and exit control points is:
• The Emergency Response Guidebook uses which color to indicate PPE guidance?
• The firefighter may obtain appropriate Safety Data Sheet information from
• The hand signal where a responder places their hands across the throat indicates:
• In a leaking flammable substance incident, what should first responders do first?
• The manufacturing and labeling of pesticides is regulated by which agency?
• The four-digit number appearing on a placard or orange panel of a tank car is the:
• Who is the individual responsible for establishing and managing the overall plan?
• A corrosive is best described as which of the following?
• UN placards indicate general hazard recognition by:
• Responders can acquire a Safety Data Sheet from which source?
• What is the purpose of the Emergency Response Guidebook in relation to protective equipment?
• One of the factors that can change the evacuation area is:
• The steps taken to preserve the health and safety of emergency responders and the public during a hazardous materials incident are called?
• The first step or most important thing to accomplish upon arrival at a hazardous materials incident is:
• The highest level of protection from hazardous chemicals provided by chemical protective clothing is called what?
• A way that personnel and equipment become contaminated is by:
• Where would you find valves on a one ton container?
• When sheltering people in place, the citizens should be directed to
• IM 101 cargo category commonly associated with its intermodal portable tanks?
• What single item makes a Level B ensemble different from the lower levels of personal protective equipment?
• A cryogenic liquid tank will have which feature?
• When dealing with a Level III incident, evacuation will cover an area of:
• Back up personnel should be advised of the incident action plan and positioned in the zone.
• Which is a potential ignition source found at the scenes of hazardous materials incidents?
• Which exposure route is primarily associated with entry via inhalation?
• Heat exhaustion occurs when the body cannot dissipate heat, leading to overheating. Which of the following is true?
• The Department of Transportation Hazard Class 6 consists of:
• The lead investigating agency during a terrorist attack is the:
• Which zone is typically used for decontamination and support functions?
• A Level A suit will protect the responder from ill effects of which hazard?
• Vapor pressures of a substance at 100°F:
• What is the primary consideration in determining whether a facility must have Safety Data Sheet information?
• Which of the following is a classic example of a biological agent?
• In tool decontamination, which statement best describes the process?
• In the absence of on-site data, which organization is a primary source for chemical emergency information?
• In an emergency at a facility with bulk chemical storage and no Safety Data Sheet on site, which source may a firefighter obtain information from?
• Which IMS function is responsible for managing costs and procurement?
• A bill of lading is the primary shipping paper used for transporting a product by which mode?
• Which substance is an artificial radioactive metal used in certain nuclear weapons programs and requires stringent containment during transit?
• In evacuation planning, which group should be prioritized?
• If a facility's bulk chemical storage is in an emergency and the Safety Data Sheet is not available on site, from which source can firefighters obtain information?
• Progress and incident status reports should be contained in the:
• Decontamination of exposed crew members with water and soap primarily results in which process?
• Which source provides Safety Data Sheet information at a facility?
• To decontaminate tools, you would:
• A corrosive substance is primarily defined by its tendency to do what?
• Lowered body core temperature is the definition of which condition?
• The design pressure of an IM 101 portable tank is in which range?
• Which statement correctly describes a Hazard Class 1.1 material?
• Symptoms of heat include little or no sweating, hot, dry, red skin, then shallow breathing and rapid pulse. Which condition is listed as a result?
• Which source provides the most comprehensive information on hazardous materials, including composition, hazards and first aid measures?
• The term that describes the steps to preserve health and safety during hazardous materials incidents is
• Removal of contaminated victims who require medical treatment from the hazard area requires which process?
• The general routes of entry for human exposure to hazardous materials are:
• Which is recognized as a biological agent?
• During the notification process, tactical channels may be assigned to:
• Which material is a synthetic radioactive element associated with weapons programs and requires strict shipping controls?
• Which statement best describes neutrons?
• The rapid over-pressurization reaction in closed containers occurring at about one second or less is called
• The initial part of assessment is:
• Which condition allows the Chemical Transportation Emergency Center to aid responders?
• Which is a symptom of an irritant exposure?
• Which statements correctly describe nerve agents?
• Alpha particles are which of the following?
• Shippers of radioactive materials display a placard that
• An intermodal container that can hold high pressure gases 3000 psi or higher is a:
• Emergency decontamination can be implemented without a formal decontamination area.
• What is the flammable range defined as?
• Which factor can change the extent of the evacuation area?
• What is the location called where coordination, control, and communications are centralized?
• Penetration is the:
• In the NFPA 704 system, which quadrant would indicate that a product is water reactive?
• Which label indicates the product is a gas?
• What term describes the steps taken to preserve the health and safety of emergency responders and the public during a hazardous materials incident?
• Which of the following is a carcinogen?
• The taking of hazardous materials into the body through undamaged skin and the eyes is known as:
• A person who is repeatedly exposed to a chemical over a long period of time may develop
• A substance that spontaneously releases ionizing radiation would be labeled hazard classification:
• One of the roles of the first responder at the awareness level during a hazmat incident is to:
• Which activity is among the Safety Officer's responsibilities at a hazardous materials incident?
• The Emergency Response Plan should identify:
• At a suspected terrorist incident, evidence collection is primarily handled by which entity?
• Which equipment is essential to use with PPE during product control?
• Determining whether a vapor will rise or fall is based on
• The 4-digit ID number on an orange placard is used to locate which type of information in the ERG?
• Pipeline vent markers are required to state:
• When reporting to decontamination, responders should communicate by radio or use hand signals.
• Cryogenic liquid intermodal, IMO type 7, containers are:
• Which condition is a true life-threatening emergency requiring immediate attention?
• Safety Data Sheet information can be obtained from which source?
• The measurement used by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in evaluating workplace exposure during an 8 hour period is:
• Which material is a naturally occurring fuel feedstock used in some nuclear reactors?
• A poison that can be harmful if inhaled, swallowed, absorbed, or introduced into the body is:
• Where should tools be placed for decontamination before returning to service?
• Shelter in place protection most accurately means people should:
• Which statement best describes the primary purpose of the Command Post during a hazardous materials incident?
• Who is the person that advises the Incident Commander of unsafe conditions and monitors conditions of personnel?
• An intermodal tank container that carries refrigerated liquid gases, oxygen, or helium would be an example of:
• To control crowds at mass decontamination, you should:
• In a WMD incident, which document specifies the decontamination timeframe?
• Which PPE level provides minimal protection according to the EPA?
• After a rollover, the MC 312 tank is most likely to contain which type of material?
• Which item distinguishes a Level B ensemble from the lower levels of PPE?
• Which level would be chosen when chemical hazards are present but respiratory hazards are not severe?
• Which area is used for staging equipment and personnel near the incident?
• The hazard class represented by the hazard placard is?
• The amount of an ingested or injected substance that results in the death of 50 percent of the test population is:
• The isolation and disposal process in mass decontamination is used to:
• Which statement about heat-related conditions is true according to the material?
• The range between the upper and lower flammable limits is referred to as what?
• Which term describes contamination of responders or equipment after initial exposure?
• The Department of Transportation Hazard Class 5 consists of:
• Which statement about shipping papers is true according to the material?
• Which document is typically used to guide hazard recognition, safety precautions, and first aid for hazardous materials?
• Large tanks with hemispherical heads on both ends are used for which type of material?
• Cryogenic liquids are those which exist at:
• During a hazardous materials incident, which action is the primary priority when dealing with a spill of a flammable liquid?
• A person repeatedly exposed to a chemical over a long period may develop:
• The physical destruction or decomposition of chemical protective clothing by a chemical action is called?
• In a suspected terrorist incident, evidence collection is primarily the responsibility of:
• One of the most common products of combustion encountered in structure fires is
• Identify the five major functions within the Incident Management System.
• LD50 is a measure related to what kind of effect?
• Which suit is used where splashes may occur, but respiratory hazards are minimal?
• Who is responsible for care and control of a Dangerous Cargo Manifest?
• Which hazard class corresponds to placards for flammable liquids/combustibles?
• Viewed from the rear, a liquid carrier has an elliptical shape. This indicates what type of carrier?
• What type of container is used to ship materials of radioactivity by air?
• Which UN labeling number would indicate a substance that readily yields oxygen to support combustion?
• The immediate concern with combustible liquid spills is to
• Which property determines whether a vapor will rise or sink in air?
• Which statement reflects the risk at terrorism-related hazmat incidents regarding the terrorist?
• The pest control product number on Canadian pesticide labels is analogous to which US identifier?
• Which of the following describes the role of CHEMTREC in hazmat response?
• Which term describes contamination of personnel due to contaminated equipment or gear?
• Environmental protection during emergency decontamination is:
• Which DOT Hazard Class covers nerve agents used in chemical warfare?
• Which pair of conditions are classified as excessive heat disorders?
• Which intermodal tank container transports gases in high-pressure cylinders?
• When the Safety Officer notices a critical emergency condition at an incident, they should:
• Which NFPA 704 color indicates special information such as water reactivity?
• Which statement is true regarding neutron radiation?
• Upon arrival at a hazmat incident involving a truck, the 4-digit ID number on the orange panel should guide you to guidance in the ERG in which color-bordered section?
• Which level of protective clothing provides the highest level of protection in EPA guidelines?
• Which item is a component you would expect to find on a Safety Data Sheet?
• The resource that would be useful in determining the size of an endangered area during a hazmat incident is the:
• Which hazard class is indicated by the placard with the trefoil symbol?
• Which zone is associated with the location of the command post in incident management?
• After the Safety Officer arrives on the scene, what should the Incident Commander do with the Incident Action Plan?
• Responders can contact the shipper directly using information on which document?
• First responders trained to the Awareness Level can:
• Which organization is commonly contacted to obtain emergency information about chemicals in transit and is mentioned in the provided material?
• Which zone serves as the buffer area between the hot zone and the cold zone, designated for decontamination and support activities?
• The highest level of respiratory protection needed but lesser chemical protection required for the skin is:
• Which role is typically responsible for providing additional resources at a hazardous materials incident?
• In hazmat incidents, which resource is useful for determining the size of an endangered area?
• When operating in a hot zone at a hazardous materials scene, what is required?
• Which hazard class number corresponds to oxidizers (substances that readily yield oxygen to support combustion)?
• What is the best method to determine concentrations in a hazmat incident according to the material?
• Secondary contamination refers to contamination of personnel due to contaminated equipment or gear.
• Which information is required on a pipeline marker?
• Hazard Class 6 consists of:
• Where should contaminated tools be placed before decontamination begins?
• Which of the following is NOT among the five major IMS functions?
• Which number set would indicate the most dangerous chemical on an NFPA 704 placard?
• Which statements regarding nerve agents are true?
• Materials such as lithium, finely divided magnesium, sodium, and cesium are classified as which type of reactive materials?
• _____ is designed to remove contaminants that pose immediate threat to life.
• Which statement about vapor dispersion is true?
• You respond to a Weapons of Mass Destruction event with victims with pinpoint pupils and twitchy muscles. You suspect they were exposed to a:
• After victims have undergone mass decontamination, they should:
• The Standard Operating Guidelines may allow the use of structural firefighting protective clothing to be worn at a hazardous materials incident if:
• Which resource specifically addresses protective action distances involving toxic gas?
• Which factor is used to determine the type of dam to use to control a spill?
• NFPA 704 System provides which of the following?
• Why should each agency adopt a Standard Operating Guideline for mass decontamination?
• Which document is used to guide hazmat incident initial actions and boundary decisions?
• Which term would most accurately describe the highest category of radiological hazard in transport?
• Which hand signal indicates air problems?
• Which of the following is a carcinogen?
• Which substance is an example of a carcinogen?
• After repeated exposure, which group of substances will cause an allergic reaction?
• The term isolate hazard area and deny entry is defined as:
• What is true about HazMat Incident Management System safety staffing?
• Materials such as benzene, asbestos, and arsenic are:
• During a radiological leak, which exposure control guidelines are used to minimize contamination?
• A cooling agent circulates throughout the garment and operates on the principle of conductive heat transfer. Which vest is this?
• Removal of contaminated victims requiring medical treatment from the hazard area requires:
• Local Emergency response personnel can gain valuable information in preincident planning by utilizing which resource?
• Regarding emergency decontamination, which statement is true?
• In the Emergency Response Guidebook, the emergency action for a spill or leak is found in which color-coded section?
• With respect to exposure, which period best defines long-term exposure?
• The steps taken to preserve the health and safety of emergency responders and the public during an incident involving releases of hazardous materials are:
• Regarding the Safety Officer's responsibilities, which option best describes the safety role?
• A common design feature of cylinders is a:
• Which statement best describes radio channel usage for the entry team?
• Protection of the environment at emergency decontamination is:
• Which zone is the area where contamination has occurred and requires established entry/exit control points?
• A person repeatedly exposed to a chemical over a long period may develop which type of health hazard?
• In DOT hazard classifications, which class is associated with nonflammable gases?
• A vapor tight suit which resists permeation by most chemicals is a:
• Which statement is correct regarding inspection and disinfecting equipment and PPE?
• Which activity is a core responsibility of the Safety Officer at a hazardous materials incident?
• Which hazard class is represented by a placard reading nonflammable gas?
• What does the EPA signal word 'Caution' indicate about toxicity?
• Which type of personal protective equipment is most commonly used for a chemical liquid incident?
• Which is a physical limitation of personnel working in a positive pressure self contained breathing apparatus?
• IBC stands for in hazardous materials terminology?
• Liquid splash garments with air purifying respirator are identified as which class?
• Evidence found through the five senses is best described as which type of evidence?
• When is a Safety Data Sheet required to be kept on file by local establishments?
• After repeated exposure, which of the following will cause an allergic reaction?
• Which zone is designated for safety and nonhazard operations, commonly referred to as the cold zone?
• Position number two corresponds to which hazard?
• Standard structural firefighting ensemble including self contained breathing apparatus are adequate for which incident type?
• Cryogenic intermodal containers are best described as which of the following?
• NFPA 704 diamonds convey hazard information in which three primary categories?
• The acronym SLUDGEM is used to describe the signs and symptoms of exposure to which category of warfare agents?
• When providing emergency medical care to hazmat victims, where should basic care and decontamination begin?
• The goal of an emergency decontamination procedure is to:
• When donning a Level A suit, where is the self-contained breathing apparatus positioned?
• Which of the following is NOT an NFPA 704 color?
• Which item is considered a Department of Transportation Hazard Class 4 product?
• To contact the shipper for hazard and response information, a firefighter can obtain information number from:
• Referring to the United States Military Marking System for Hazardous Materials, an octagon shaped placard with a #1 on it denotes a:
• The chemical action involving the movement of chemicals, on a molecular level, through intact materials is called?
• In a suspected terrorist incident, evidence collection is primarily the responsibility of:
• The concentration that should never be exceeded is:
• The immediate concern with combustible liquid spills is to:
• When using air purifying respirators, which operational component should be considered prior to use?
• The flow of hazardous material through zippers or other material openings found in chemical protective clothing is called?
• Which document would you consult to verify the hazards and identity of a material during an emergency response if other sources are not available?
• In Level I incidents, the response team should be able to deal with which scenario?
• Which hazard class includes nonflammable gases?
• What should be done with valuables during mass decontamination?
• Which statement about heat-related illnesses is true?
• Which term describes the most intense radiological exposure risk in transit, not a discrete material?
• A process by which one substance combines with a second substance is called?
• A poison that can be harmful if inhaled, swallowed, absorbed, or introduced into the body is
• Where is the emergency contact information for the shipper or manufacturer commonly listed?
• During an incident involving releases of hazardous materials, what term describes the steps taken to protect health and safety?
• Containers labeled with a Hazard Classification of 4 contain which type of material?
• Toxic gases would fall under which UN/DOT hazard class and division?
• Hazard class 3 corresponds to which material type?
• During shelter in place protection, which protective action must be taken?
• When the Safety Officer arrives on the scene, what should the Incident Commander do?
• A tank carrier designed to haul various chemicals whose pressures are less than 35 psi would be which type?
• Which option best characterizes a toxic substance that can be harmful through multiple exposure routes?
• During a hazardous materials incident, which ICS function is primarily responsible for controlling the tactical portion of the incident?
• DOT placards with Class Number 6 indicate hazards of which type?
• An explosive with a fragment hazard is denoted as what marking in the U.S. Military Marking System?
• Which of the following regarding communication is correct?
• When completing decontamination, the responder should document:
• Regarding inspection and disinfecting equipment and PPE, which statement is correct?
• Heat stroke is most characteristically associated with which skin condition?
• In the U.S. Military Marking System, the symbol for a mass fire hazard is represented by which marking?
• Work uniforms that provide minimal protection according to the Environmental Protection Agency represent which protection level?
• The hazard class represented by the placard illustration that indicates Dangerous When Wet is which class?
• Which of the following is a symptom of an irritant exposure?
• Hazard Class 3 includes:
• Heat stroke is associated with which symptom?
• DOT Hazard Class 6 includes which of the following?
• Which role is responsible for providing additional resources at the scene?
• To evaluate the effectiveness of mass decontamination, you could?
• What is the ratio called that compares the weight of a volume of liquid to the weight of an equal volume of water?
• The item that is represented by the vertical stripes indicates the:
• The protective action to reduce exposure by securing the building and preventing outside air ingress is best described as
• Who is responsible for controlling the air-bill papers?
• Dizziness, headache, and nausea are all signs of:
• Which option best describes IBCs in the context of hazardous materials transport?
• Which symptom is most indicative of heat exhaustion?
• Which term describes the movement of chemicals onto the molecular level through intact materials?
• Statement 1: There are many types of intermodal containers, or freight containers that can be used interchangeably on multiple modes of transportation (highway, rail, ship). Statement 2: Cryogenic liquids cannot be shipped in intermodal containers because they are too unstable for this type shipment. Statement 3: Radioactive material containers are shipped in either Type A or Type B containers.
• When dealing with a radiological incident involving a leak or spill, what exposure guidelines should the hazmat first responder use to minimize radioactive contamination?
• A rail car with exposed fittings is which type of tank?
• Which type of decontamination is designed to remove contaminants that pose an immediate threat to life?
• Which of the following is a naturally occurring radioactive material that can be found in ore deposits and used as a fuel source in some reactors?
• Which material is a naturally occurring radioactive element often discussed in relation to reactor fuel?
• What is the purpose of using isolation and disposal in mass decontamination?
• Which statement about air cooling systems is true?
• To determine whether the personal protective equipment provided is appropriate for defensive operations, the Emergency Response Guidebook should be used. The section in which this information would be found is colored:
• Lowered body core temperature is called what?
• At criminal incidents, which organization is primarily responsible for scene control?
• Chemicals with specific gravities greater than one tend to
• At a Weapons of Mass Destruction event, you should:
• Which type of materials are designated as hazard Class 7 in the DOT system?
• Which hazard class is indicated by a placard that reads corrosives?
• Which of the following is not considered a general route of entry for hazardous materials?
• Mass decontamination at a weapons of mass destruction event utilizes which of the following?
• CHEMTREC is used to obtain hazmat information and assist with notifications.
• In which scenario would Level A protection typically be selected?
• For crowd control at a weapons of mass destruction event, you should:
• When contacting the Chemical Transportation Emergency Center, the caller should be prepared to provide the:
• The Chemical Transportation Emergency Center and the Canadian Transport Emergency Centre can usually provide what?
• During a suspected terrorist event, which of the following is a warning indicator responders should be alert for?
• IM 102 cargo category commonly associated with its intermodal portable tanks?
• On pesticide labels for materials originating in Canada, the product will have which designation?
• The background color of a placard that would signify a poisonous substance and that contains skull and crossbones is:
• What type of information can the Chemical Transportation Emergency Center and CANUTEC usually provide?
• A tractor trailer carrying 1001 lbs of organic peroxides, other than Type B, requires which placard color?
• Which statement best describes CHEMTREC®'s role during hazmat emergencies?
• Which item is commonly found in homes and workplaces and contains a small radiological source?
• Which statement about PPE inspection and disinfection is correct?
• Which task at a hazardous materials incident is provided by Logistics?
• Which designation corresponds to a tank built to haul flammable liquids, combustibles, Class B poisons, and liquid foods with vapor pressures up to 4 psi?
• In HazMat incidents, how many safety officers are typically assigned?
• What color marking is commonly used to indicate remote shutoffs?
• Which document should responders consult to obtain initial isolation distances and protective action guidance for hazmat incidents?
• During notifications, which information is typically provided to responders?
• Which statement correctly identifies sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide?
• Which of the following statements about heat-related disorders is correct?
• A release that lasts from several seconds to several minutes because of a broken or damaged valve is best described as which type of release?
• In DOT hazard classifications, which class includes liquid poisons?
• Which action is appropriate for awareness level to accomplish safety?
• The primary hazard of a Department of Transportation Hazard Class 5 material is:
• The Department of Transportation placarding system requires a vehicle carrying nonflammable compressed gas to display a placard colored:
• A chemical with a vapor density greater than 1 will tend to
• The safest way to approach a HazMat scene is to:
• Which set of controls is used to minimize radioactive contamination through exposure?
• Chemicals that can cause a severe allergic reaction are classified as which category?
• Which scenario is within the Level I response capability?
• Which marking identifies a mass fire hazard in the U.S. Military Marking System?
• The zone that is the area of highest hazard is:
• Which route of exposure affects the respiratory tract and can cause ill effects both acutely and chronically?
• For support functions in a hazardous materials incident, which type of PPE is most appropriate?
• In the Emergency Response Guidebook, what are the two types of potential hazards found in each guide?
• Vapors that attack mucous membranes, such as those of the eyes, nose, and throat, are considered which hazard category?
• Which body entry route is described by absorption?
• Which concentrate is suitable for polar solvents during product control?
• In a suspected chemical attack, which type of agent is most likely given pinpoint pupils and twitching muscles?
• In a suspected terrorist incident, which entity is primarily responsible for collecting evidence?
• Which action best describes evacuating during a hazmat incident?
• IDLH stands for:
• Which NFPA 704 color indicates the flammability hazard?
• Which document provides hazard and response information numbers for emergency responders?
• Which hazard class number is assigned to corrosives?
• Is estimating concentrations by odor alone a reliable method?
• Who advises the Incident Commander about unsafe conditions and monitors the safety of personnel at a hazardous materials incident?
• Which statement describes direct evidence?
• An airway bill may be located in the cockpit as part of air shipment paperwork. Where is it commonly located?
• Radioactive materials can be packaged in small containers as well as those weighing over 100 tons. Which statement best reflects their packaging options?
• What term describes agents that can cause an allergic reaction after repeated exposure?
• Where is the remote shut-off located on MC/DOT 306/406?
• Heat exhaustion is associated with which skin condition?
• For weapons of mass destruction incidents, which item should the incident action plan provide?
• Which statement about remote shutoff safety precautions is true?
• Which statement about emergency decontamination is true?
• An operational consideration when using supplied air respirators?
• Hazard Class 1 includes:
• The active ingredients on a pesticide label will be:
• What does the vertical stripe marking indicate on such packaging?
• A Dangerous Cargo Manifest may be located in which of the following?
• What is the primary action to take to prevent entry at a hazmat scene?
• Which statement best describes Level A suits' protection?
• Which substance is a man-made element with significant radiological hazards and heavy security controls in transport?
• Structural firefighting gear with SCBA will protect responders from:
• Water solubility, as defined in the material, refers to the degree to which a substance will
• Which position is ultimately responsible for establishing and managing the overall incident plan during a hazardous materials response?
• Permeation refers to movement of chemicals through which material?
• A Hazard Class of 3, within the United Nations (UN) Labeling System indicates a:
• One type of hazardous material that is classified as Department of Transportation Hazard Class 1.1 is:
• Cracking, charring, and discoloration in protective garments are examples of which effect?
• A bill of lading is the primary shipping paper used when transporting a product by which mode?
• Which statement is correct while wearing PPE during decontamination?
• Secondary contamination refers to contamination of which items after initial exposure?
• What would be used to determine the name of a hazardous material located in a facility?
• When dealing with a Level III incident, evacuation of people will cover an area of:
• When unsafe procedures are observed during an incident, the proper action is to:
• Which statement is correct regarding mass decontamination guidelines?
• Which term best describes materials that react with water, including elements like lithium and sodium?
• Structural firefighting gear with SCBA provides protection from which particle type?
• What is the maximum length for a supplied airline from the source?
• The water-cooled vest operates on which heat transfer principle?
• The individual responsible for establishing and managing the overall plan is the:
• The process by which a chemical enters a protective suit through openings in the garment is called?
• When determining the location of the command post, it is vital that:
• Which type of radiation has a physical mass but has no electrical charge?
• Which type of substances are designated as hazard Class 8 in the DOT system?
• Which symptom indicates irritant exposure?
• Which term describes substances that interfere with oxygen exchange during normal respiration?
• Which is correct for technical decontamination?
• Which exposure metric is typically averaged over an 8-hour period to evaluate workplace exposure?
• Which list correctly names the five major Incident Management System functions?
• A non-insulated, single-shell vessel that carries gases that have been liquefied is which designation?
• At a Weapons of Mass Destruction incident, responders should:
• Splash protective clothing is most appropriate for which type of incident?
• Which value represents an atmosphere that poses an immediate hazard to life or can cause irreversible, debilitating effects on health?
• Which statement best describes a chronic health hazard?
• What is the purpose of the UN hazard class number on placards?
• Which factor should raise your awareness of terrorism involvement?
• Determining whether a vapor will rise or fall is determined by which property?
• Which protective action must be taken during shelter in place protection?
• Which term describes substances that can cause cancer?
• A cryogenic tank is best described by which feature?
• What are some of the signs and symptoms of body irritants?
• Which statement is correct regarding emergency decontamination?
• Contaminated tools are cleaned:
• Which source provides a rapid reference for initial actions and boundaries at hazmat incidents?
• Photoionization detectors (PIDs) at hazardous materials incidents provide which of the following?
• Which statement about the orange section of the Emergency Response Guidebook is true?
• The person who advises the Incident Commander of existing or potentially unsafe conditions and monitors conditions of personnel is the
• The route of exposure affecting the respiratory tracts that can cause ill effects is:
• Position number one on an NFPA 704 placard corresponds to which hazard?
• After repeated exposure, _____ will cause an allergic reaction?
• In the National Fire Protection Association 704 System of Identification, the diamond-shaped placard used for fire hazard is always colored:
• The section colored for PPE guidance in the Emergency Response Guidebook is:
• Which resource is available for determining the concentrations of a released hazardous material in an endangered area?
• Which type of radiation can be stopped by a sheet of paper?
• Which statement best describes the flammable range?
• Which of the following is correct regarding responders using photoionization devices (PIO) at weapons of mass destruction or hazardous materials incidents?
• Which statement correctly pairs a hazard class with its characteristic?
• At a terrorism incident, responders must be aware that
• Once the Safety Officer arrives on the scene, the Incident Commander should:
• Which role monitors safety and advises the Incident Commander about unsafe conditions?
• Beta particles are:
• The measurement used by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in evaluating workplace exposure during an 8 hour period is:
• Emergency decontamination can be implemented without a formal decontamination area.
• Which type of evidence is observed directly through the senses?
• Which chemical group is associated with the potential to cause severe allergic reactions?
• The products that IM 102 intermodal portable tanks typically carry are:
• Which rays are considered the most dangerous due to high penetrating power?
• Which PPE option is appropriate to protect responders during mass decontamination?
• Work uniforms that provide minimal protection according to the Environmental Protection Agency provide which level of protection?
• In the United States Military Marking System for Hazardous Materials, which shape is used for the placard that denotes mass explosion/detonation?
• Manufacturers supply which type of charts to safely estimate chemical resistance of a garment?
• Which term best describes health effects that develop from long-term, low-level exposure to a chemical?
• Which symptom indicates heat stroke?
• What is the major concern when encountering a leaking tanker containing corrosive chemicals?
• When the Safety Officer notices a critical emergency condition at an incident, what should they do?
• Heat exhaustion is associated with:
• Which term identifies the rapid decontamination of individuals when life-threatening contaminants are involved?
• When sheltering people in place, the citizens should be directed to:
• Which substance would be classified as a chemical asphyxiant?
• Which hazard is indicated by DOT placards that show Class Number 6?
• In a hot zone, what is required?
• Shipping papers are referred to as an air bill and are usually stored where?
• Which statement about neutron radiation is correct?
• Which term describes a radiological hazard that is a level of radiation exposure rather than a discrete material?
• Chemicals that ignite when combined create what type of reaction?
• Which resource provides product-specific safety and hazard information used at a facility?
• Which document provides initial guidance for isolating an area and identifying necessary actions during a hazmat incident?
• If a contaminated person exits the hot zone without decontamination, the most likely result is:
• Which statement about intermodal containers is true?
• Which is a symptom of an irritant exposure?
• Using the United Nations/Department of Transportation Labeling System, a flammable liquid would receive a hazard classification of:
• At a terrorism incident, responders must be aware that:
• Which marking indicates a fragment hazard in the U.S. Military Marking System?
• IM 102 intermodal portable tanks typically carry which type of products?
• In the Emergency Response Guidebook, which color is used to denote spill response information?
• What is the goal of an emergency decontamination procedure?
• Which is a common product of combustion encountered in structure fires?
• DOT Hazard Class 1 includes which type of material?
• When determining the location of the command post, which is vital?
• What is the first step upon arriving at a hazardous materials incident?
• Progress and incident status reports should be contained in:
• In the UN placard labeling system, what does the hazard class number identify?
• Safety Officer's responsibilities include which of the following?
• Lowered body core temperature is:
• Which action reduces exposure to radiological hazards for a responder?
• What is the centralized location for coordination, control, and communications at a hazmat incident?
• Which is correct regarding emergency decontamination?
• During hazmat medical care, basic care and decontamination should begin after moving the patient from the contaminated area.
• The primary hazard to responders rescuing victims in the vicinity of a fire involving products of Hazard Class 1 is:
• What is the primary goal of high volume low pressure showers in mass decontamination?
• What is the primary task of the Operations Section at a hazardous materials incident?
• Under the United Nations labeling system, a substance that readily yields oxygen to support combustion would be labeled with which number?
• The amount of an ingested or injected substance that results in the death of 50 percent of the test population is:
• What does it mean to evacuate during a hazardous materials incident?
• Sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide are examples of which chemical class?
• Which is a true life threatening emergency that requires immediate attention?
• The DOT Hazard Class 1 consists of:
• Which term best describes a radiological hazard category rather than a discrete material?
• Which term describes the process of taking in materials through the skin or eyes?
• During a facility size-up, which property should the firefighter determine using the NFPA 704 system?
• To decontaminate tools, which action is recommended during the wash rinse cycle?
• People remaining inside until the danger passes is:
• Heat exhaustion is typically associated with which symptom?
• What is a notable staffing feature of the HazMat Incident Management System?
• Radioactive materials can be packaged in small containers as well as those weighing over 100 tons. Which packaging Type corresponds to these materials?
• Which material is transported in industrial containers?
• The CHEMTREC organization provides information about chemicals for how many hours per day?
• Which hazard class is represented by a placard illustration showing a flame?
• To minimize exposure to hazards, evacuation efforts should:
• During product control, the foam used for polar solvents is:
• When providing emergency medical care to victims of a hazardous materials incident
• The design pressure range of 25.4 to 100 psi applies to which equipment?
• The process of controlling fumes or vapors that are given off by flammable liquids is called?
• Permeation is best defined as what?
• What is the highest level of protection, based on Environmental Protection Agency guidelines for chemical protective clothing?
• A process by which a hazardous liquid flow is redirected away from an area is called?