This 72-hour textbook-based course is designed for anyone who responds to dangerous goods releases or potential releases of dangerous goods. Through theory and practical components, you'll learn how to respond to and mitigate dangerous goods releases and potential releases. Topics covered include analyzing the incident, collecting and interpreting hazard and response information, describing the condition of the container, predicting the behaviour of containers, planning the response, selecting and using Personal Protective Clothing (PPC), developing appropriate decontamination procedures, and implementing the response. A large part of the course deals with scenarios and hands-on practical application. You will be expected to use specialized chemical protective clothing and specialized control equipment.
Prerequisite(s): FFTS-S1200 or NFPA 1072 (*formerly 472) Dangerous Goods, Responder - Operations Level or 1-DGOP
Textbook: IFSTA. (2022). Hazardous Materials Technician, 3rd edition. Stillwater, OK: Fire Protection Publications.
Evaluation: practical evaluation, proctored written exam
Certification: Successful students are eligible to apply for IFSAC certification
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