erp Flashcards
Evacuation is best considered when
There is an immediate danger of fire or explosion.
The potential for discharge is great, it has not taken place and there is time to relocate people.
The discharge has taken place but people are sufficiently protected to permit time for evacuation.
People not yet in the path of a release will be threatened by changing conditions
Shelter in place is preferred when
A. Pre-planning has identified options for problem areas such as hospitals, jails, nursing homes, and public assemblies.
B. Evacuation cannot be properly managed with the manpower, resources and facilities presently available.
C. The hazardous material displays the following characteristics:
1. Low to moderate toxicity
2. Totally released and dissipating.
3. Small quantity solid or liquid leak (not gas).
4. A migrating vapor of low toxicity, and quantity, and people are safer indoors and outside
5. Release can be rapidly controlled at the source
Transmit the 1080 signal and communicate available information to the ic or dispatcher, including:
A. Name of the material involved
B. UN/N 4 digit ID number
C. Quantity of material involved
D. Type of release, explosion, leaking valve, broken bag, etc.
E. Color of vapor, liquid or solid
F. Whether it is fuming or not
G. Are any reactions taking place with exposed materials?
H. Symptoms patients are exhibiting (this should also go to EMS)
I. Any other pertinent information
