84.2, HAZMAT Transportation and Incident Management

Question 1

_______ is the comprehensive oversight, direction, and coordination of all operations, including cleanup, which occur at a hazardous materials incident.

Answer 1

HMIC

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Question 2

How is initial responsibility for a HAZMAT incident determined?

Answer 2

The location of “first drop” or “first release” of the hazardous product

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Question 3

CHP uniformed supervisory personnel should respond to a hazardous materials incident that occurs outside the investigative authority of the Department, but which may have an impact on ___________.

Answer 3

Traffic management or state facilities

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Question 4

What are the five levels of HMIC?

Answer 4

1) First Responder Awareness
2) First Responder Operational
3) Technician
4) Specialist
5) Incident Commander

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Question 5

Response to a HAZMAT incident is intended for the protection of __________.

Answer 5

Life, environment, and property

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Question 6

Hazardous materials incidents are reported on the ________ form.

Answer 6

CHP 407E, Hazardous Materials Incident Report

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Question 7

The HAZMAT __________ is responsible for the safe and efficient mitigation of the hazardous materials event through the effective use and coordination of appropriate resources.

Answer 7

Incident Commander

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Question 8

What is the retention period for HAZMAT incident reports at the Area level?

Answer 8

One year plus the current calendar year

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