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Flashcards in Chapter 44 -HAZMAT Deck (9)
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1
Q

types of damage caused by hazardous materials :

TRACEM

A

thermal

radiological

asphyxiation

chemical

etiological

mechanical

2
Q

blue placard:

A

health

3
Q

red placard:

A

fire

4
Q

yellow placard:

A

reactivity

5
Q

white placard:

A

symbols that indicated additional info

6
Q

first responder awareness level responsibilities at a hazardous materials incident acronym RAIN:

A

Recognize that a hazardous materials incident has occurred

Avoid contact with the hazardous substance

Isolate the area

Notify the appropriate authorities or response agencies

7
Q

nine step hazmat decon setup procedure:

A

tool drop area

decon wash pool/rinse pool/shower

scba removal or replacement

ppe removal

personal clothing removal

personal hygiene and shower

clean clothes

rehab and ems evaluation

documentation

8
Q

alpha rays can be stopped by _____

beta rays can be stopped by _____

gamma rays can be stopped by ______

A

clothing

aluminum or like materials

lead shielding

9
Q

pt care hazmat priorities

1

2

3

A

personal safety

pt care

decon

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