119 HAZMAT/ HAZWASTE/ Pollution Control Fundamentals

Question 1

Define the term HM

Answer 1

Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT): Any material that, because of its quantity, concentration or physical or chemical characteristics, may pose a substantial hazard to human health or environment when purposely released or accidentally spilled

Question 2

Define the term HW

Answer 2

Hazardous Waste: Any discarded material (liquid, solid, or gas) which meets the definition of HM and/or is designated as a hazardous waste by the EPA or state authority

Question 3

State the purpose and information contained on the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Answer 3

Composition, chemical, and physical characteristics, health and safety hazards, and precautions for safe handling and use.

Question 4

Explain the general procedures to be followed when a HAZMAT/HW spill is discovered

Answer 4

1. Discovery 2. Notification 3. Initiation of action 4 Evaluation 5.Containment 6. Damage control 7.Dispersion 8.Cleanup and decontamination 9.Disposal 10.Certification for re-entry 11. Follow-up reports

Question 5

State the PPE required when handling HAZMAT/HW

Answer 5

Eye protection, respiratory devices, and gloves, refer to the SDS

Question 6

Discuss the disposal limitations for Grease

Answer 6

Put into approved containers. Dispose ashore.

Solid wastes must be negative buoyant / may be thrown overboard if >50NM from shore.

Question 7

Discuss the disposal limitations for Hydraulic Fluid

Answer 7

Keep synthetic fluids separate from other types of fluids. Dispose ashore

Question 8

Discuss the disposal limitations for Fuels

Answer 8

Put into approved containers. Dispose ashore.

Question 9

Discuss the disposal limitations for Waste Oils

Answer 9

Put into approved containers. Dispose ashore. Solid waste that is negative buoyant may be thrown overboard 50 Nautical miles off shore.

Question 10

Describe required training for all hands with respect to the HAZMAT/HW program

Answer 10

HM in work area, disposal procedures, hazard warning labels, MSDS, protective measures, and emergency procedures.

Question 11

Define Oily Waste

Answer 11

Waste that has oil on it, such as a broken part

Question 12

Define Waste Oil

Answer 12

Oil that can no longer be used and is now meant to be disposed of.

Question 13

Describe the actions required for oil spills outside the US Contiguous zone

Answer 13

Initiate immediate action to mitigate the effects of spill

Notify the predesignated fleet Navy On Scene Coordinator, by Naval Msg.

Clean up small spills and inform proper shore based personnel

Question 14

Discuss proper marking of HAZMAT containers

Answer 14

Must clearly identify the materials name, manufacture’s name and address, and the nature of the hazard,

Question 15

Discuss the precautions observed when handling flammables

Answer 15

-Avoid accumulation of vapors and to control sources of ignition

-Control all ignition sources

-Use plastic or metal containers or safety cans

-Use bottle Carriers

-Do not heat with an open Flame

-Store flammables in approved metal lockers properly labeled