Incident Assessment - Did you know that this stuff will kill you?

Where: Riverside High School Auditorium

Date: February 6, 2010

Time: 9 AM - 5PM

Description:

Incidents involving hazardous materials may occur in house fires, building fires, forest fires, transportation, or in fixed facilities. Hazardous materials may be found in industrial locations, retail establishments, swimming pools, hospitals, agricultural areas, and homes. Illegal drug laboratories present a serious hazard to first responders. Hazardous materials also are transported by every mode of transportation. Transport trucks often carry hazardous materials and are commonly involved in accidents. When emergency personnel respond to a hazards materials incident, they must be able to quickly assess the nature of the incident and make decisions as to personal protective equipment and personnel.