Hazardous Materials Incident Command N.F.P.A. 472 – 2013 Chapter 8

1. Hazardous Materials Incident Command N.F.P.A. 472 – 2013 Chapter 8 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT COMMANDER June 01, 2013

2. Definition (OSHA) • On Scene Incident Commander • Incident commanders, who will assume • control of the incident scene beyond the first responder awareness level, shall receive at least 24 hours of training equal to the first responder operations level and in addition have competency in the following areas and • the employer shall so certify: 29CFR1910.120 2

3. Definition (NFPA) • Incident Commander • The individual responsible for all incident activities, including the development of strategies and tactics and the ordering • and the release of resources. NFPA 3.3.37 3

4. Introduction • Incident Commander • Why are you here? • Your expectations as Students? • Why we are here • Our expectations as Instructors. NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4 4

5. Introduction • Incident Commander • Strategies & Tactics • Ordering / Release Resources • Awareness; Chap 4, 472-2013 • Operations Core; Chap 5, 472-2013 • OSHA Requirements • Additional Training Required NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4 5

6. Introduction • Incident Commander • Responsible for establishing and managing the overall incident action plan (IAP) • Developing an effective organizational structure • Developing an incident strategy and tactical action plan NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4 6

7. Introduction • Incident Commander • Allocating resources • Making appropriate assignments • Managing information • Continually attempting to achieve the basic command goals NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4 7

8. Introduction • Unified Commanders (UC) • Command-level representatives from each of the primary responding agencies who present their agency’s interests as a member of a unified command organization. NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4 8

9. Course Objectives • Incident Commander • Ensure compliance with NFPA 472-2013 • Identify task specifics • Understand task specifics/ Personnel Abilities • Resource gathering and implementation • Identify ICS structure within HazMat incidents • Identify the need for “Command Level” NIMS NFPA 8.1.1.1 / 8.1.1.2 / 8.1.1.3 / 8.1.1.4 9

10. Goal • The goal of the competencies at this level shall be to provide the incident commander with the knowledge and skills to perform the tasks in 8.1.2.2 safely. NFPA 8.1.2.1

11. Goal • Analyze • Plan • Implement • Evaluate • Terminate NFPA 8.1.2.2

12. Analyzing (1) Analyze – To determine the complexity of the problem and potential outcomes by completing the following task: (a) Collect / Interpret Information: Printed / Technical Resources Computer Databases Monitoring Equipment (b)Estimate Potential Outcomes: Within Endangered Area NFPA 8.1.2.2

13. Analyzing Analysis Activities • Classify and identify unknown materials • Verify known materials • Monitor changes in climatic conditions • Identify contaminated people and equipment • Establish environmental monitoring • Interpret the data collected from environmental monitoring NFPA 8.1.2.2

14. Plan (2) Plan – Response operations within capabilities and competencies of personnel, personal protective equipment and control equipment: (a) Identify Objectives (b) Identify Response Options (c) Approve level of P.P.E. (d) Develop Incident Action Plan Include Safety Control Plan NFPA 8.1.2.2

15. Plan (2)(d) EPA – Standard Operating Safety Guides • Site Description • Entry Objectives • On-Site Organization • On-Site Control • Hazard Evaluation • Personal Protective Equipment • On-Site Work Plans • Communication Procedures • Decontamination Procedures • Site Safety and Health Plan NFPA A.8.1.2.2(2)(d)

16. Implement (3) Implement – Response to favorably change outcomes consistent with Emergency Response Plans / SOPs: (a) Implement ICS / Unified Command (b) Direct Resources (c) Provide Information Transfer Media / local Officials through ICS NFPA 8.1.2.2

17. Implement Implementation Activities • Conduct safety briefings • Implement the plan of action for the incident • Implement the incident safety plan • Oversee placement of control zones • Supervise entry operations • Direct rescue operations NFPA 8.1.2.2

18. Implement Implementation Activities • Maintain communication and coordination during the incident • Provide medical monitoring of entry personnel before and after entry • Protect personnel from physical, environmental, and safety hazards/exposures • Provide information for public and private agencies • Enforce recognized safe operational practices NFPA 8.1.2.2

19. Implement Implementation Activities • Ensure that injured or exposed individuals are decontaminated prior to departure from the hazard site • Separate and keep track of potentially contaminated persons • Track persons passing through the contamination reduction corridor • Ensure that decontamination activities are conducted • Coordinate transfer of decontaminated patients NFPA 8.1.2.2

20. Evaluate (4) Evaluate – progress of planned response to ensure objectives met safely / effectively / efficiently and adjust the plan accordingly: NFPA 8.1.2.2

21. Evaluate Evaluation Activities • Evaluate progress of the actions taken and modify as necessary • Recognize deviations from the incident safety plan and any dangerous situations • Alter, suspend, or terminate any activity that may be judged unsafe • Keep required records for litigation and documentation • Ensure that medical related exposure records are maintained NFPA 8.1.2.2

22. Terminate (5) Terminate – Emergency phase of the Incident by completing following: (a) Transfer Command (when appropriate) (b) Conduct Incident Debriefing (c) Conduct Multiagency Critique (d) Report and Document Incident NFPA 8.1.2.2

23. Incident Commander Analyzing the Incident Hazard Assessment andRisk Evaluation NFPA 8.2

24. Hazard Assessment andRisk Evaluation To Intervene or Not Intervene That is the Question !

25. Hazard Assessment andRisk Evaluation Most responders recognize the initial need 1. Isolating the area 2. Denying Entry Identifying the hazardous materials involved, Failure to develop effective analytical Problem-Solving Skill can lead to injury, and in worst case scenario - DEATH

26. Collecting & Interpreting Hazard and Response Information Given access to printed and technical resources, computer data bases, and monitoring equipment, the incident commander shall collect and interpret hazard and response information not available from the current edition of the DOT Emergency Response Guidebook or an MSDS. NFPA 8.2.1.1

27. Activity 8.2.1.1 Hazard and Response Information NFPA 8.2.1.1

28. Van on Fire NFPA 8.2.1.1

29. On scene

30. Initial Assignment • 2 Engines with 3 firefighters each • 1 Captain on Engine 1

31. investigation shows • Numerous rifle cartridges • Two (1) pound containers of black powder small arms ammunition • 1 Motorcycle

32. Next Step? • Should this incident escalate? • What level should this incident be?

33. End of 8.2.1.1 NFPA 8.2.1.1

34. Collecting & Interpreting Hazard and Response Information Given access to printed and technical resources, computer databases, and monitoring equipment, the Incident Commander shall be able to identify and interpret the types of hazard and response information available from each of the following resources and explain the advantages and disadvantages of each resource. NFPA 8.2.1.2

35. Collecting & Interpreting Hazard and Response Information • RESOURCES • Hazardous Materials Data Bases • Monitoring Equipment • Reference Manuals • Technical Information Centers • Technical Information Specialists NFPA 8.2.1.2

36. Activity 8.2.1.2 Hazard and Response Information NFPA 8.2.1.2

37. Spilled Product in a Dental Clinic

38. Initial Assignment • Your department responds to a report of a spill in a dental office with one patient contaminated. • 1 Engine with 3 firefighters

39. Response Information • Your department received a dispatch for a still alarm to investigate a small spill inside a local health clinic. • Enroute, your dispatch center updates the company responding that the building was evacuated and the exposed person has requested evaluation by EMS. • Based on this the responding officer requests an upgrade to a full assignment.

40. Information • What information do you have? • Where can you gather more information? • What types of products can you expect to encounter?

41. Arrival Information • The building has been evacuated upon your arrival. • The patient is with EMS and is expected to sign a refusal. • She passes to your officer she spilled approximately 4 ounces of Formocresol on her scrubs. • She then bagged her scrubs, washed her hands, and disposed of the scrubs in the dumpster. • She then signs a refusal with your EMS provider.

42. Information Gathering • What information do you know now? • Does this change your response? • Where can you find more information about the product? • Are there any untapped resources that could be valuable.

43. Thoughts? • Did you over react? • Don’t discount subject matter experts when gathering information. • Consider a “risk based” response strategy. • Ask the hygienist what she does with the Formocresol?

44. End of 8.2.1.2 NFPA 8.2.1.2

45. Estimating Potential Outcomes Given scenarios involving hazardous materials / WMD incidents, the surrounding conditions and the predicted behavior of the container and its contents, the incident commander shall estimate the potential outcomes within the endangered area and shall complete the following task: NFPA 8.2.2

46. Estimating Potential Outcomes Identify the steps for estimating the outcomes within an endangered area of a hazardous materials / WMD incident. • IC must determine Pertinent Factors relating to: • Nature / Type of Incident? • Spills • Leak • Fire • Odor • Other NFPA 8.2.2(1)

47. Estimating Potential Outcomes • IC must determine Pertinent Factors relating to: • Materials / Containers? • Chemical properties • Hazards, quantities • Type of container • Stress or damage • Safety features NFPA 8.2.2(1)

48. Estimating Potential Outcomes • IC must determine Pertinent Factors relating to: • Environmental Influences? What’s at Risk? • People • Environment • Infrastructure • Property • Exterior vs. Interior • Weather Conditions • Control / Protective Systems • Air Handling • Terrain NFPA 8.2.2(1)

49. Estimating Potential Outcomes Describe the following toxicological terms and exposure values and explain their significance in the analysis process: Handout for Each Student with Definitions NFPA 8.2.2(2)

50. Estimating Potential Outcomes • Counts Per Minute (cpm) & Kilocounts Per Minute (kcpm) • Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) Value • Infectious Dose • Lethal Concentrations (LC50 ) • Lethal Dose (LD50 ) • Parts Per Billion (ppb) • Parts Per Million (ppm) • Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) NFPA 8.2.2(2)