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| Course Name |
INDUSTRIAL HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN |
| Course Code |
FI180 |
| Course Length |
40 Hours |
| Course Description |
This course is based on basic chemistry and provides the emergency responder
with the necessary knowledge base to respond to releases or potential releases of
hazardous materials. The function of the responder is to control the scene and
effectively mitigate the hazardous incident. Students will understand how to
effectively and safely control the situation. Upon conclusion of this course, the
student will be able to demonstrate: competency on implementing the emergency
response plan; classification and identification of hazardous substances; verify
known and unknown materials using field survey instruments and equipment;
function within an assigned role in the incident command system; understand
hazard and risk assessment techniques; perform advanced control, containment
and/or confinement operations; implement decontamination procedures;
understand termination procedures; and understand basic chemical and
toxicology terminology behavior. Practical exercises and teamwork are included. |
| Course Pre-Requisites |
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| Course Fees |
$500.00 |
| Course Materials |
Student manual and gear rental is included in course fee. |
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| Available Dates |
Contact Rock Ridenhour for scheduling information. |
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To register on-line for this course, please click here |
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