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OPERATIONS DIVISION
Hazardous Materials
April 1997
Section V. (cont.)
- Through field deputies, provides communications, logistics and other support to
the local Incident Commander.
- Provides fixed site information on oil and hazardous materials from the
Hazardous Materials Database.
- Maintains a Hazardous Materials Incident Reporting System.
- Maintains a Fire Service Hazmat Equipment Resource Directory.
- In cooperation with OEM, maintains hazardous materials incident
communications through the FIRE NET radio system.
Primary Response Agencies for Radiation Incidents
1. Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE)
a. Is the Lead State Agency for transportation emergencies involving
radioactive materials.
- Provides training, drills and exercises.
-Coordinates the distribution of radiation detection equipment.
- Provides coordination of plans and procedures.
b. Acts as Lead State Agency during a transportation specific radiation
emergency.
-Receives notification via OERS.
-Assumes the role of Lead State Agency.
-Provides technical assessment and protective action recommendations.
-In cooperation with OEM, coordinates state support operations to on-scene
personnel.
- Coordinates release of public information with local PIO.
- Provides liaison with federal agencies, adjacent states, private industry
(shippers, carriers, etc).
- Insures that clean-up/restoration from incidents is done to specified
standards.
- If necessary, coordinates with the Governor to exercise the Governor's
authority to protect health, safety and the environment.
2. Oregon Health Division (OHD) Is the Lead State Agency for radiation
emergencies involving fixed sites.
-Receives notification via OERS.
-Assumes the role of Lead State Agency.
-Provides technical assessment and advises on necessary protective actions.
- Coordinates public information with local PIO.
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