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Training Guide to Ethanol Emergency Response. Module 0: An Introduction to Ethanol. Introduction. Increasing production, storage, & transpo r tation of ethanol-blended fuels (EBF) Denatured fuel ethanol, E10, E85
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Module 0: An Introduction to Ethanol
Introduction Increasing production, storage, & transportation of ethanol-blended fuels (EBF) Denatured fuel ethanol, E10, E85 Differing views on effectiveness of various firefighting foam concentrates involving EBF Emergency responders generally unfamiliar with EBF industrial processes Determining if EBF represents a unique hazard for emergency responders
Course Goal • Upon the completion of this course, participants will have knowledge related to ethanol & ethanol-blended fuels. The course provides participants with: • Chemical & physical characteristics • Transportation modes • Transfer operations • Basics of foam • Suggested responder tactics & strategies • Environmental issues
Course Overview Module 0: An Introduction to Ethanol Module 1: Ethanol & Ethanol-Blended Fuels Module 2: Chemical & Physical Characteristics of Ethanol & Hydrocarbon Fuels Module 3: Transportation & Transfer of Ethanol- Blended Fuels
Course Overview Module 4: Storage & Dispensing Locations Module 5: Fire Fighting Foam Principles & Ethanol-Blended Fuel Module 6: Health & Safety Considerations for Ethanol-Blended Fuel Emergencies Module 7: Tank Farm & Bulk Storage Fire Incidents
Target audience Delivery method Course prerequisites Course length Administrative Information
AdministrativeInformation Facility safety Restroom facilities Exits Refreshments Available resources
On the DVD • PowerPoint presentations • Instructor manual • Participant guide • Videos • Extras folder • Additional hazmat resources
Resources www.EthanolResponse.com