SPLOPS module 9

Question 0

Regardless of flammability hazards, what should be controlled?

Answer 0

All ignition sources.

Question 1

What are considered general hazards?

Answer 1

physical
environmental
container hazards
container stability
Container integrity
Energy releases.

Question 2

Define containment?

Answer 2

KEEP IN CONTAINER

actions taken to keep material in “container”

Question 3

define confinement

Answer 3

actions to keep material in an area?

Question 4

what are the general confinement techniques for a liquid?

Answer 4

absorption/ adsorption
damming/diking
diversion
dispersion
retention.

Question 5

what are the general confinement techniques for a solid?

Answer 5

Site control.

Question 6

What are the general control techniques for a gas or vapor?

Answer 6

Suppression
dispersion
confinement.

Question 7

What are the general techniques for containment?

Answer 7

Auxiliary closure devices
bandages
neutralization
overpacking
patching
plugging

Question 8

What are auxiliary control devices or measures?

Answer 8

Dome clamps
engineered shut off valves
A B C chlorine kits
sealants

Question 9

What are the considerations for overpacking a container?

Answer 9

Must be 85 gallons
Compatible with material or chemical hazard
must write chemical name on container
must write salvage drum on container
must be able to withstand pressure and not over pressurize container

Question 10

What are considered auxiliary tools?

Answer 10

bung wrenches
non- sparking tools
drum leveler/ up righting
dolly/ carts

Question 11

What are the terms when discussing damage to a container?

Answer 11

Cracks- narrow splits or breaks
scores- indentation
gouges-removal of container material
dents- deformities
burns

Question 12

what should be done if unsure of a container’s status?

Answer 12

take defensive measures and get expert help.

Question 13

What type of call makes up most Hazardous materials calls?

Answer 13

Non- bulk container.

Question 14

What are mitigation methods for 55 gal drums?

Answer 14

Overpacking
bandages
plugging/ patching
sealants

Question 15

What should be done first before overpacking a drum?

Answer 15

stop the leak first.

Question 16

how much does a nearly full 35 gal drum weigh?

Answer 16

approx 600lbs

Question 17

Pneumatic plugs for drums range in size from ?

Answer 17

4 inches to 3 feet.

Question 18

What is the anatomy of a drum?

Answer 18

circular opening at the top- BUNG
First rim at the top- CHIME
rims or rings below the 1st- ROLL RINGS

Question 19

Can ABC kits be used for other chemicals than chlorine?

Answer 19

yes.

Question 20

Best methods for practicing on pressure vessels?

Answer 20

First practice without protective clothing
second add gloves
Third, use all together.

Question 21

Are leaks from pressure relief valves considered a breach?

Answer 21

NO.

Question 22

Cargo control tank mitigation from piping or valves should be?

Answer 22

closing valves upstream of the leak.

Question 23

What is the pressure in the piping generally for a cargo tank?

Answer 23

75 psi

Question 24

If a relief valve on a non-cyrogenic tank is operating what should you do?

Answer 24

find out the reason it is operating, if the product is causing a hazard then defensive measures should be taken.

Question 25

Cargo tank mitigation includes what?

Answer 25

replacing bolts, gaskets or caps.

Question 26

Cargo tank removal methods include?

Answer 26

flaring transferring venting venting/burning

Question 27

Venting is used for what material?

Answer 27

non-flammable gases

Question 28

Flaring is used when?

Answer 28

disposal of flammable materials

Question 29

What is the advantage of a vacuum truck

Answer 29

does not have to develop a higher pressure than the damaged container.

Question 30

AFFF foam for non-polar substances like gasoline/ oils work by?

Answer 30

reduces surface are and decreases heat production

Question 31

when and why do hazardous materials releases occur?

Answer 31

``` improperly secured valves bad gaskets overfilling unsecured fittings venting from relief valves ```

Question 32

what are the most basic control measures for tank cars?

Answer 32

if open- close it - clockwise if loose- tighten it- clockwise if missing- replace it

Question 33

What are offensive operations decisions that need to be made?

Answer 33

``` what stresses caused the breech? Identity of the product Defensive actions already taken Offensive ops risk vs. benifit what hazards result in taking offensive ops Can offensive ops work Can offensive ops be done safely Can offensive ops mitigate the situation. ```

Question 34

What must be done to any container before attempting to control a leak?

Answer 34

stabilize the container.