Hazardous Materials – Awareness

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Hazardous Materials Awareness 

This course will provide entry level first responders with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements as outlined in NFPA 1072 (NFPA 472). Additionally, it will provide you how to: Understand what hazardous substances are and the risk associated with them in an incident; Recognize the presence of hazardous substances in an emergency; Understand the role of the emergency responder at the Awareness level, including site security and control; Have an understanding of the U.S. Department of Transportation Emergency Response Guidebook; Realize the need for additional resources, call for appropriate assistance, and make appropriate notifications to the community.