Hazardous Material Incident Commander

Description:

This course provides the tools a person needs to assume control of an emergency response to a hazardous materials incident. Instructional methods will include class activities, case studies and table-top exercises with an emphasis on hands-on decision making. Course topics include: laws and regulations, hazard assessment, ICS team typing, protective actions, haz mat site safety, operational risk management, and incident termination.

Prerequisite:

None

Instructor:

Division Chief Jim Henery

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

Cost:

$80 plus a small processing fee for non-OCFA students. Payment will be processed on first day of class.

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