Course Description

This course provides the knowledge and skills to respond to hazardous materials incidents to protect persons, the environment, and property, including detecting the presence of hazardous substances and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosives (CBRNE), consulting references for additional information, and implementing work practices that will minimize the possibility of contamination.

*NFPA 470 - 2022 Edition, Ch. 7, 9.2 & 9.6

Capacity: Min. 8 / Max. 12

Mandatory Texts: Jones & Bartlett: Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, Canadian 4th Edition & Emergency Response Guide (ERG 2024)

Course Outline

• Introduction
• Chapter 29: Hazardous Materials Regulations, Standards and Laws
• Chapter 30: Recognizing and Identifying the Hazards
• Chapter 31: Properties and Effects
• Chapter 32: Understanding the Hazards
• Chapter 33: Estimating Potential Harm and Planning a Response
• Chapter 34: Implementing the Planned Response
• Chapter 35: Hazardous Materials Responder Health and Safety
• Chapter 36: Hazardous Materials Responder Personal Protective Equipment
• Chapter 37: Product Control

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Fire & Rescue Certificate : Fire & Rescue Certificate
• Fire Fighting Level I, NFPA 1001 - 2019 Edition, Ch. 4 : Fire Fighting Level I, NFPA 1001 - 2019 Edition, Chapter 4
• Hazardous Materials Operations, NFPA 470 - 2022 Edition, Ch. 7, 9.2, & 9.6 : Hazardous Materials Operations
• Public Fire Paramedic Program (PFPP) Diploma : Public Fire Paramedic Program (PFPP) Diploma