the operations level responder assigned to perform mass decon shall be trained to meet all competencies? correct answers -awareness level
-operations level
-mission specific competencies for PPE
-mission specific competencies for MCD
the operations level responder shall operate under the guid...
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the operations level responder assigned to perform mass decon shall be trained to meet all
competencies? correct answers -awareness level
-operations level
-mission specific competencies for PPE
-mission specific competencies for MCD
the operations level responder shall operate under the guidance of? correct answers -
hazardous material technician
-allied professional
-SOP
the operations responder shall receive the additional training necessary to meet specific needs
of the jurisdiction through correct answers -local and state law enforcement
-public health agencies
-the fbi
-the dea
-the epa
when responding the operations responder shall be able to perform the following tasks correct
answers -plan a response within the capabilities of available personnel, ppe, and control
equipment by selecting a mass decon
-perform decon duties as assigned
-evaluate the effectiveness
-terminate the incident by providing reports
the definition of decon refers to correct answers the means to reduce the hazard from a
contaminant
2 types of decon correct answers physical removal and neutralization
physical removal correct answers decon method involves technique such as gentle friction
with cloth or sponges
neutralization correct answers the method that is use a material to counteract with a harmful
contaminate to render it safe
examples of physical removal correct answers disrobing, wiping, scrapping or blotting visible
agents from the skin, flushing or showering with copious amounts of water
the focus of mass casualty decon is correct answers only the physical removal of the
contaminant
removing clothes is the single most critical step and may remove what of physical
contamination correct answers 80-90%
potential problems with using bleach or other neutralizing agents correct answers -delays
administering the initial water shower
-creates additional hazards by getting in their eyes, mouths, or open wounds.
, -increases agent penetration
the three most important reasons for deconing exposed victims are correct answers -remove
the agent from the victim's skin and clothing
-protect responders, medical personnel and others from secondary transfer exposures
-prevents victims from spreading contamination
all responders must wear protective clothing and respiratory protection correct answers equal
to or one level below the level of protection required for the hazard
proper PPE for individual responders during an emergency must be based upon two factors
correct answers -the hazards anticipated to be present at the scene
-the probable impact of those hazards, based upon the mission role of the individual
can level A PPE protect you from all hazards correct answers no
the highest level of protection for skin, eyes, and respiratory correct answers level A
needed for when atmosphere contains liquid splashes, other direct contact that will not
adversely affect or be absorbed by the skin correct answers level c
level c equipment correct answers full face or half mask, air-purifying respirator, hooded
chemical-resistant clothing
level D correct answers when atmosphere contains no knows hazard
If the agent is unknown OSHA states the minimum required protection is correct answers
level B
does mopp ensemble meet osha level c requirements correct answers no
what is the first major difference between a standard HAZMAT situation and a CBRN
incident correct answers the number of expected victims
considerations of a terrorist CBRN incident correct answers -is a federal crime scene
-try to make an effort to preserve the evidence
because of its potential toxicity, keep decon runoff away from correct answers -sewer drains
-groundwater
-streams
-watershed areas
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