Introduction To Hazmat (Hazmat Awareness)

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To provide the emergency response personnel with a level of competence to recognize the presence of a hazardous material and what actions to take to protect lives as per NFPA 1072 Standard for Hazardous Materials

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16 Hours

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Objective
To provide the emergency response personnel with a level of competence to recognize the presence of a hazardous material and what actions to take to protect lives as per NFPA 1072 Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications.

 

Prerequisite

  • 18 years of age (16 or 17 with Departmental Supervision)
  • Must be an active member of a Fire Department or an Industrial Fire Brigade

 

Target Group

  • All persons who in the line of duty may respond to or encounter a hazardous material (dangerous goods).

 

Methodology

  • Classroom. There is a certification exam.

 

Content

  • Hazardous materials regulations and properties
  • Hazardous materials identification.
  • Managing the incident.
  • Personal protective equipment.
  • Terrorist and other criminal activities.
  • Strategy and tactics.

 

Certification

  • Certification for this course is through the Nova Scotia Professional Qualifications Board.
  • Waverley Branch

    48 Powder Mill Road, Waverley, Halifax

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