First Responder Operational (FRO)
Hazardous Materials (Haz Mat) Class
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Summary of Course
This course is designed to provide the student who may be likely "first responders" with an improved capability to respond to Haz Mat events in a safe and competent manner, within the typical resource and capability limits at the "Operational" level. The three Saturdays of the course covers the recommended 24 hours "FRO" objectives and qualify the student for certification by the California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI).
Course Subjects
Introduction
Haz Mat Recognition and Safety
Safety, Isolation and Notifications
Command/Introduction to Scene Management
Identification and Hazard Assessment and Action Plans
Protective Equipment and First Responder Limitations
Containment and Protective Actions
Decontamination, Disposal and Documentation
Agency Coordination
Pre-Event and Event Specific Planning
Toxicology
The Safe and Competent Hazardous Materials Response Process
Exercise, Critique and First Responder Exercise Briefing
The Media and Hazardous Materials Legal Aspects
Putting It All Together
Other Information
The EMT - 3 course involves classroom/field exercises, and requires a pre-paid $5.00 certificate fee payable at the Cuesta College cashier's office.
Instructors
Mike Beeman, Pat Simoneau and Robert Farino
