Hazardous Materials Operations N.F.P.A. 472 – 2008 Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”

Hazardous Materials Operations N.F.P.A. 472 – 2008 Chapters 6 “Mission Specific” January 01, 2010

Objective After Completing this Course, the Student will Demonstrate a Knowledge of Hazardous Materials Practices and Procedures in Accordance with N.F.P.A. 472-2008 Operational Mission Specific “Mass Decontamination” with 70% Accuracy on a Written Exam Hazardous Materials Operations N.F.P.A. 472 – 2008 Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”

Module 2Mission-SpecificResponsibilitiesMass Decontamination NFPA 6.3

Definition (NFPA) 472-2008 Mass Decontamination The physical process of reducing or removing surface contaminants from large numbers of victims in potentially life threatening situations in the fastest time possible. NFPA 3.3.17.3

Definition (NFPA) 472-2008 Emergency Decontamination The physical process of immediately reducing contamination of individuals in potentially life-threatening situations with or without the formal establishment of a decontamination corridor. NFPA 3.3.17.1

Definition (NFPA) 472-2008 Gross Decontamination The phase of the decontamination process during which the amount of surface contaminants is significantly reduced. NFPA 3.3.17.2

Mass Decontamination • Introduction • Operations Level • Assigned to perform: Mass Decontamination • Competent to Implement: • Mass Decontamination NFPA 6.3.1.1.1 / 6.3.1.1.2 / 6.3.1.1.3 / 6.3.1.1.4

Important Note • Some information may be taken from Chapter 7: Hazardous Materials Technician • Operations Level may be asked to perform at this level but Do Not Replace HMT. • Direct Guidance:Working under control of a HMT continually being assessed / feedback NFPA 6.3.1.1.3

Mass Decontamination • Written Guidance: • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) • Standard Operating Guidance (SOGs) • “Rules of Engagement” at Operations Level • Task expected of Operations Level Responders • Task beyond the capability of Operations Level Responders • Required PPE and equipment to perform these expected task • Procedures for ensuring coordination within the local ICS NFPA 6.3.1.1.3

Goal • The goal of the competencies in this section shall be to provide the operations level responder assigned to perform mass decontamination at hazardous materials / WMD incidents with the knowledge and skills to perform the task in 6.3.1.2.2 safely and effectively. NFPA 6.3.1.2.1

Mass Decontamination For Further In Depth Information; Following Website: http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/army/sbccom.htm Effective 9 October 2003, SBCCOM was re-designated into the following organizations: RDECOM (Research, Development and Engineering Command); CMA (Chemical Materials Agency); GUARDIAN BRIGADE; PM NBC(PM Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Defense); and SSC (Soldiers System Center). NFPA 6.3.1.2.2

Mass Decontamination When responding to hazardous materials / WMD incidents, the operations level responder assigned to perform mass decontamination shall be able to perform the following tasks: NFPA 6.3.1.2.2

Goal • Analyze • Plan • Implement • Evaluate • Terminate NFPA 6.3.1.2.2

Mass Decontamination Plan a response within the capabilities of available personnel, personal protective equipment, and control equipment by selecting a mass decontamination process to minimize the hazard. IMPORTANT TO NOTE: Mass Decontamination is very close to: EMERGENCY DECONTAMINATION Certainly not the Best Decon but vital when dealing with large numbers of Victims NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(1)

Mass Decontamination Plan a response within the capabilities of available personnel, personal protective equipment, and control equipment by selecting a mass decontamination process to minimize the hazard. There are many options available to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Options or Procedures should be identified, trained on and documented in the LERP / SOPs or SOGs No One Perfect Set Up for all Occasions NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(1)

Mass Decontamination It’s Important to Set Up a System to meet the Agencies Needs based on: Staffing Levels Anticipated Number of Casualties Topography Proximity to Other Mass Decon Units Each operational facet needs to be evaluated by the AHJ and then choose the BEST process NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(1)

Mass Decontamination • Ambulatory • Ensure Responders have Appropriate P.P.E. • Stay Clear of Product, No Physical Contact • Direct Victims out of the Hazard Zone • Set Up Appropriate Mass Decontamination System Based On: Apparatus, Equipment and/or System • Instruct Victims to Remove Contaminated Clothing • Flush Victims with Water (Optimum 70o F) • Direct Victims to Triage • Provide Modesty / Comfort Packages if Available NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(1)

Mass Decontamination • Non-Ambulatory • Ensure Responders have Appropriate P.P.E. • Set Up Appropriate Mass Decontamination System • Based On: Apparatus, Equipment and/or System • Remove Contaminated Clothing, Do Not Leave Clothing underneath the Victim (holds in Contaminate) • Flush Victims with Water(Optimum 70o F) Rinse well, including Straps and Backboard • Move Victims through Decon into Triage • Examples in following slides NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(1)

Mass Decontamination

Mass Decontamination NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(1)

Mass Decontamination Implement the planned response to favorably change the outcomes consistent with standard operating procedures and the site safety and control plan by completing the following tasks: Should be Identified in the L.E.R.P. and covered by SOP or SOG Pre-made Forms should be readily available and maintained as integral components of overall I.A.P. documentation. NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(2)

Mass Decontamination Implement the planned response to favorably change the outcomes consistent with standard operating procedures and the site safety and control plan by completing the following tasks: Perform the decontamination duties as assigned. Perform the mass decontamination functions identified in the incident action plan. NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(2)(a) & (b)

Mass Decontamination Perform the decontamination duties as assigned. The Decontamination Team Leader is responsible to the Operation Officer The team leader supervises and controls all phases of the Contamination Reduction Zone (CRZ). NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(2)(a)

Mass Decontamination Perform the decontamination duties as assigned. The Decontamination Team Member is responsible for appropriate decontamination procedures as assigned to them with in the Contamination Reduction Corridor. The duties may vary to fill specific positions within the Decontamination Corridor NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(2)(a)

Mass Decontamination Implement the planned response to favorably change the outcomes consistent with standard operating procedures and the site safety and control plan by completing the following tasks: Perform the mass decontamination functions identified in the incident action plan. Depends on Specific Decontamination System chosen by the Authority Having Jurisdiction and the implementation requirements. NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(2)(b)

Mass Decontamination Evaluate the progress of the planned response by evaluating the effectiveness of the mass decontamination process. How do you know if it’s working? NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(3)

Mass Decontamination Evaluating Decon Effectiveness LERP / SOPs / SOGs Must have a procedure to test victims after the Decontamination process to ensure all contaminates are removed and victims safe to be medically treated and transported. ie. Metering, Test Strips NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(3)

Mass Decontamination • Terminate the incident by providing reports and • documentation of decontamination operations. • There should be a transcript to document all activities of the Decontamination for a multitude of reasons. • Health Issues of Responders in the Future • Legal proceedings in the Future • 3. Training Purposes for Future Responses • 4. Monetary Reimbursement • Personnel Cost • Logistical Support Cost • Equipment Used / Disposed Of NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(4)

Mass Decontamination Reporting and Documentation LERP / SOPs / SOGs NIMS Requirements OSHA Requirements NFIRS Requirements NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(4)

Mass Decontamination Reporting and Documentation Decontamination Specific Names of Victims Substance that was released / Decon Level of protection by responders (Decon / Victims) Actions taken to limit exposure Decon Personnel Detailed description of Decon procedures Evidence collected Observations made NFPA 6.3.1.2.2(4)

Mission-Specific Responsibilities Mass DecontaminationPlanning the Response NFPA 6.3.3

Mass Decontamination Selecting Personal Protective Equipment Given an emergency response plan or standard operating procedures, the operations level responder assigned to mass decontamination shall select the personal protective equipment required to support mass decontamination at hazardous materials / WMD incidents based on local procedures. (see Section 6.2) NFPA 6.3.3.1

Mass Decontamination Selecting Decontamination Procedures Given scenarios involving hazardous materials / WMD incidents, the operations level responder assigned to mass decontamination operations shall select a mass decontamination procedure that will minimize the hazard and spread of contamination, determine the equipment required to implement that procedure, and meet the following requirements: NFPA 6.3.3.2

Mass Decontamination Identify the advantages and limitations of mass decontamination operations. Advantage: Large Numbers of Victims Should be able to Set Up Quickly, Less Resources Limitations: Reaction Time Limited w/o Complete Information Potential for Uncontrollable / Panic Stricken Mob Usually Performed Outside – Weather Impact Copious Amounts of Water Mean Large “Runoff” NFPA 6.3.3.2(1)

Mass Decontamination Describe the advantages and limitations of each of the following mass decontamination methods: • Dilution • The process of adding a substance, usually water • to a contaminant to decrease its concentration. • Fast and Economical • Best with Water – Soluble Substances • Must make sure water is compatible with • contaminant and will not react adversely NFPA 6.3.3.2(2)

Mass Decontamination Describe the advantages and limitations of each of the following mass decontamination methods: • Isolation • The process of removing items that cannot be • properly decontaminated. Requires removing • items and Isolating them in a designated area. • Can be saved and designated as Evidence • Does NOT Apply to Humans • Can be tested further for evidence, • May be disposed of or destroyed NFPA 6.3.3.2(2)

Mass Decontamination Describe the advantages and limitations of each of the following mass decontamination methods: • Washing • This is a simple “Soap and Water” solution where • the victims have the soapy solution applied and • then fully rinsed with copious amounts of water. • Simple, very similar to dilution just adding soap • May NOT completely remove contaminant, • Like dilution must ensure water / soap compatible NFPA 6.3.3.2(2)

Mass Decontamination Identify sources of information for determining the correct mass decontamination procedure and identify how to access those resources in a hazardous materials / WMD incident. Emergency Response Guidebook Fire Fighters Handbook of Hazardous Materials Material Safety Data Sheets Shipping Papers CHEMTREC / CANUTEC / SETIQ National Response Center Electronic Resources NFPA 6.3.3.2(3)

Mass Decontamination Given resources provided by the AHJ, identify the supplies and equipment required to set up and implement mass decontamination operations. NFPA 6.3.3.2(4)

Mass Decontamination Identify procedures, equipment, and safety precautions for communicating with crowds and crowd management techniques that can be used at incidents where a large number of people might be contaminated. NFPA 6.3.3.2(5)

Hazardous Materials Operations N.F.P.A. 472 – 2008 Chapters 6 “Mission Specific”