Module 1: Regulations - International Association of Fire Fighters
Module 1: Regulations - International Association of Fire Fighters
Module 1: Regulations - International Association of Fire Fighters
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IAFF Training for Hazardous Materials: Technician© Student Text<br />
Paragraph L - Emergency Response at Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites. This paragraph<br />
describes the emergency response plan, elements <strong>of</strong> the emergency response plan, and<br />
procedures for handling emergency incidents.<br />
Paragraph M - Illumination. The requirements for minimum illumination are described in this<br />
paragraph.<br />
Paragraph N - Sanitation. Paragraph N describes sanitation requirements at temporary work<br />
places which include potable and non-potable water, toilet facilities, food handling, washing<br />
facilities, and shower and change rooms.<br />
Paragraph O - New Technology Programs. Paragraph O describes new technology, equipment,<br />
and programs to be developed for the improved protection <strong>of</strong> employees working at hazardous<br />
waste clean-up sites.<br />
Paragraph P - Operations Conducted Under RCRA. Paragraph P describes the programs<br />
required for workers who are employed at treatment, storage and disposal (TSD) facilities. These<br />
programs include:<br />
A. Safety and Health Program<br />
B. Hazard Communication Program<br />
C. Medical Surveillance Program<br />
D. Decontamination Program<br />
E. New Technology Program<br />
F. Material Handling Program<br />
G. Training Program - Initial training shall be for 24 hours and a refresher training<br />
<strong>of</strong> eight hours annually. A written certificate shall be given to show successful<br />
completion <strong>of</strong> the training.<br />
H. Emergency Response Program with the following elements included:<br />
Pre-Emergency Planning and coordination with outside parties;<br />
Personnel roles, lines <strong>of</strong> authority and communication;<br />
Emergency recognition and prevention;<br />
Safe distances and places <strong>of</strong> refuge;<br />
Site security and control;<br />
Evacuation routes and procedures;<br />
Decontamination procedures;<br />
Emergency medical treatment and first aid;<br />
Emergency alerting and response procedures;<br />
Critique <strong>of</strong> response and follow-up; and<br />
PPE and emergency equipment.<br />
In addition to the above elements, the ERP must also have details about training<br />
and procedures for handling emergency incidents.<br />
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