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1
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

In addition to danger from inhalation, what other dangerous transmissionroute does hydrocyanic gas pose?

A

Absorption of the gas through the skin

2
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

Where hydrocyanic gas is present, what must be worn in addition to SCBA?

A

Running coat, boots, helmet, and gloves

3
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

In what type of containers may liquid hydrocyanic gas be shipped?

A

Steel containers or tank cars

4
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

If liquid hydrocyanic acid is burning at a leak in equipment, or from a spill, and the flame does not endanger area exposures, what actions do manufacturers advise?

A

Let it burn and control the fire by water spray

5
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

If possible, burning hydrocyanic acid should be approached from what point?

A

Upwind

6
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

What type of ventilation procedures shall be followed with regards to burning hydrocyanic gas?

A

Regular ventilation procedures, including the use of smoke ejectors

7
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

What hydraulic method can remove much hydrocyanic gas from the atmosphere?

A

Use of fog streams

8
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

When ventilating from the outside, what shall members wear?

A

Masks

9
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

Onhydrocyanic gas incidents, entrance to the building without gas mask protection should not be permitted until how long after initial ventilation?

A

At least 5 hours

10
Q

From the HazMat Bulls

On hydorcyanic gas incidents, what exception can be made to allow entrance to the building without gas mask protection before the specified timeguideline?

A

When declared safe by a competent person after he has made a proper air analysis