26-03

Question 1

Wear SCBA when….

Answer 1

…if there is a potential of exposure to an inhalation hazard.

Question 2

Wear a chemical suit if….

Answer 2

there is a potential of exposure to a skin toxin: a corrosive or poison absorbed through the skin.

Question 3

Rescue in Hazmat situations with bunker gear?

Answer 3

FF gear is easily penetrated by hazmats. Under extreme cautions; i.e. a rescue, and after a thorough hazard risk analysis, regular FF gear might be used, where there might be exposure to skin toxins. Wear surgical gloves and latex rubber gloves instead of leather gloves.

Question 4

Wear a fully encapsulated suit under the following conditions (6)

Answer 4

1-It is specifically recommended by a competent source, such as the Initial Emergency Response Guide or CANUTEC
2-There is a potential for contact with level 4 health hazard toxin
3-There is a potential for splash from a skin toxin
4-There is a potential for exposure to a high airborne concentration(above the IDLH) of a skin toxin
5-There is a potential for contact with unidentified chemicals
6-there is a potential for contact with several skin toxins

Question 5

Check all chemical suits for their______ ______

Answer 5

Chemical resistance

Question 6

If several hazmats are present or hazmats are not listed in the resistance charts.

Answer 6

Consult a chemist for advice.

Question 7

Do not use chemical suits for entry into hot zone, if….

Answer 7

the break through time is equal or less than 30mins

Question 8

Normally choose the _________ over the ________ suits

Answer 8

Trellchem HPS over the Chemrell Max suits

Question 9

Use disposable suits instead of the reusable if….

Answer 9

the hazmat cannot be easily decontaminated.

Question 10

Preferably choose persons with experience wearing the suits.

Do not allow someone to wear a chemical suit who(15)

Answer 10

1-Claustrophobic in a chemical suit
2-dehydrated
3-suffering from dizziness or nausea
4-suffering from diarrhea 
5-suffering from fever
6-suffering from sunburn
7-obese
8-physically unfit
9-medically unfit i.e. heart condition
10-under the influence of alcohol
11-under the affect of drugs, which may interfere with his/her ability to work or regulate body temperature
12-resps exceeding 20
13-heart rate exceeding 100
14-systolic bp >150mmHg and diastolic bp >100mmHg
15-Oral temp. exceeding 100.6 F or 38.1 C

Question 11

Overseeing the donning ops

Answer 11

A sector officer should be assigned to oversee donning operations

Question 12

Donning Area

Answer 12

will normally be located on the drivers side of H204. Under conditions of cold/heat or precipitation, the awning should be utilized.

Question 13

All equipment placed on ground cover.

Answer 13

Lay out ground cover. All protective equipment, to be used, is placed on the ground cover.

Question 14

Provide water….

Answer 14

to ensure that suit wears ar hydrated before completely donned.

Question 15

Dessers assigned to suit wearers

Answer 15

Each person being dressed must have at least one dresser assigned to them.

Question 16

Jewellery or other objects

Answer 16

Persons wearing chemical suits shall remove all jewellery or other objects, which might damage the suits before donning the suits.

Question 17

Chemical suits exposed to fire

Answer 17

Never use chemical suits where they may be exposed to fire or the potential of fire.

Question 18

Low temperatures

Answer 18

Do not expose chemical suits to temperatures below -25F (-31 C), as might be produced by expanding liquefied gases. Under these conditions, use appropriate thermal protection

Question 19

Do not use chemical suits after expiration of their shelf lives

Answer 19

7 years for Trellchem HPS

3 years for Chemrell Max GT

Question 20

Inspect suits before donning

Answer 20

Visually

Question 21

Use of Chemical suits beyond resistance period.

Answer 21

Do not use chemical suits beyond their estimated resistance period

Question 22

Needless exposure to Hazmats

Answer 22

Do not needlessly expose suits to direct contact with hazmat.

Question 23

Rough Objects

Answer 23

Do no kneel, sit or lean against rough or sharp surfaces, while in a suit.

Question 24

Take every reasonable precaution to protect the suits from …..

Answer 24

….Tears, punctures or abrasions

Question 25

Direct Sunlight

Answer 25

When dressed in a chemical suit, avoid location unprotected from direct sunlight, if heat stress is a threat.

Question 26

Heat stress

Answer 26

Be observant of signs and symptoms of heat stress of exposure to the hazmat

Question 27

Inspection of Chemical Suits

Answer 27

• Inspect al reusable chemical suits, gloves and boots monthly
• Inspect all chemical suits, gloves and boots prior to donning
• Inspect reusable chemical suits, gloves and boots after use, prior to being put back in service
• Inspect disposable suits before returning to storage, if worn but no exposed to hazmat
• All equipment failing inspection should be repaired, if possible, or taken out of service. The Deputy shall be notified anytime equipment is taken out of service.

Question 28

Disposable suits for more than 1 exposure

Answer 28

Do not use disposable suits for more than one exposure to hazmat. After the one exposure, treat the suits as hazardous waste.

Question 29

Do not use reusable suits for entry at the same incident if

Answer 29

1-There was an exposure tot he hazmat equalling or exceeding the break through time
2-The break through time was estimated
3-There was an exposure to a level 4 health hazard or a carcinogen
4-There was contact or the hazmat splashes or gaseous hazmat under pressure
5-There was contact of hazmat with the inside of the suit, as might occur during doffing
6-The ambient temperature exceeded 100F (38C)
7-There is any damage or visible wear tot he suit, as determined by a visual inspection
8-The suit is within 2 years of its shelf life(over 5 yrs for HPS)

Question 30

Maintenance and Storage of Chemical Suits

Answer 30

1-After an incident, rewash reusable chemical suits, and hang in the 204 shed for 3 days. Inspect suits and pressure test the suits before returning the suits to service
2-Do not sort chemical suits, boots or gloves where they might be exposed to direct sunlight or high ozone levels, as might be produced by electrical motors
3-Where possible, leave disposable suits in their original packaging, until needed at an incident.
4-Keep the chemical suit storage area and ins free from dust, moisture or chemicals
5-Lubricate suit zippers after pressure testing
6-Protect the suits from contact with sharp or rough objects