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Essentials of Fire Fighting
6th Edition
Chapter 23 — Hazards, Behavior,
and Identification of
Haz Mat/WMD
Recognize introductory information
regarding hazardous materials.
Learning Objective 1
23–1
Alternatively
called dangerous
goods Weapons of Mass
Destruction (WMD)
A hazardous material is a substance that
can be dangerous to human health or the
environment if not controlled.
23–2
Human error
Mechanical malfunction
Container failure
Transportation accident
Vandalism or terrorism
Haz mat incidents can be caused by
several factors.
23–3
Variety of
hazards
encountered
Potential
health
effects of
materials
Physical
hazards
associated
with
materials
Safely mitigating haz mat
incidents requires that firefighters
understand three concepts.
23–4
CAUTION
The presence of hazardous materials
may significantly change mitigation
strategies and tactics.
23–5
REVIEW QUESTION
What are the main causes of
hazardous materials incidents?
23–6
Explain the six types of hazardous
materials hazards.
Learning Objective 2
23–7
Acute
Chronic
There are two types of health effects
that may result from haz mat incidents.
23–8
Thermal hazards involve
extremes of heat or cold.
23–9
Elevated
temperatures
Low temperatures
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Radiological hazards are categorized
as nonionizing or ionizing.
23–10
REVIEW QUESTION
What do the four types of ionizing
radiation have in common; how do
they differ?
23–11
Radiation health hazards vary
depending on the type of dose.
23–12
Asphyxiation hazards prevent the
body from absorbing oxygen.
23–13
Chemical hazards are grouped
into several categories.
23–14
(Cont.)
Poisons/toxins
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CAUTION
All personnel working at hazardous
materials incidents must use
appropriate personal protective
equipment, including respiratory
protection.
23–15
Chemical hazards are grouped
into several categories.
23–16
(Cont.)
Corrosives
Chemical hazards are grouped
into several categories.
23–17
Irritants Convulsants
Carcinogens Sensitizers/allergens
REVIEW QUESTION
What are the common categories for
chemical hazards?
23–18
Viruses Bacteria
Rickettsias Biological toxins
Etiological or biological hazards cause
severe, possibly infectious, diseases.
23–19
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Mechanical hazards cause injury
through blunt physical force.
23–20
REVIEW QUESTION
What types of mechanical hazards
are created by explosions?
23–21
Describe routes of entry for
hazardous materials.
Learning Objective 3
23–22
There are four routes of entry into the
human body for hazardous materials.
23–23
REVIEW QUESTION
How do hazardous materials enter
the body?
23–24
Describe the physical properties of
hazardous materials.
Learning Objective 4
23–25
Each state of matter poses
different types of hazards.
23–26
Flash point
Autoignition
temperature
Flammable,
combustible,
explosive
range
The behavior of flammable materials
depends on several properties.
23–27
Vapor pressure is the measure of a
substance’s tendency to evaporate.
23–28
Temperature at which
• Vapor pressure greater
than or equal to
atmospheric pressure
• Liquid changes to gas
Usually expressed
• In degrees F (C)
• At sea level air pressure
Special fire hazards
• Present if low boiling
point
Boiling liquid
expanding vapor
explosion (BLEVE)
may be caused
Boiling point is another property that
influences material behavior.
23–29
Vapor density measures weight of a pure
vapor or gas in comparison to an equal
volume of dry air in similar conditions.
23–30
Percentage of material that
dissolves in water at ambient
temperature
Can help determine appropriate
spill cleanup methods,
extinguishing agents
Knowing a material’s solubility can
help determine important information.
23–31
Specific gravity is the density of a
substance in comparison to another
standard material, typically water.
23–32
Persistence is a material’s ability
to remain in the environment.
23–33
Reactivity is the ability of a substance
to chemically react with other materials.
23–34
Catalyst causes
molecules to
combine in
chain
• If uncontrolled,
tremendous energy
can be released
Inhibitors
• Slow down, prevent
unwanted chemical
reactions
• Added to
polymerizing
materials
• Many time-sensitive
Polymerization is also a type of chemical
reaction that can be dangerous.
23–35
REVIEW QUESTION
How do the nine physical properties
of hazardous materials help predict
the behavior of the material?
23–36
Explain the six stages of the
General Emergency Behavior Model
(GEBMO) used to describe typical
hazardous materials events.
Learning Objective 5
23–37
The General Emergency Behavior Model
(GEBMO) describes the typical
sequence of events at an incident.
23–38
Thermal
Chemical
Mechanical
There are three ways in which a
container stressed beyond its
design strength may breach (fail).
23–39
A container breach may occur in various
ways and can be partial or total.
23–40
After a breach, release of the
contents and stored energy occurs.
23–41
Detonation
Violent
rupture
Rapid
relief
Spill/leak
Several patterns describe the
dispersion/engulfment of a
container’s contents after release.
23–42
(Cont.)
Several patterns describe the
dispersion/engulfment of a
container’s contents after release.
23–43
(Cont.)
Several patterns describe the
dispersion/engulfment of a
container’s contents after release.
23–44
(Cont.)
Several patterns describe the
dispersion/engulfment of a
container’s contents after release.
23–45
Short-term
Seconds
Minutes
Hours
Medium-term
Days
Weeks
Months
Long-term
Years
Generations
Exposure/contact is measured
in three time frames.
23–46
Estimations
• Always include worst-
case scenario
Estimation of harm is assessed for the
environment and/or human health.
23–47
DISCUSSION QUESTION
How can urban environments affect
releases?
23–48
REVIEW QUESTION
What are the six stages of the
General Emergency Behavior Model
(GEBMO)?
23–49
Identify the seven categories of
clues to the presence of hazardous
materials/weapons of mass
destruction.
Learning Objective 6
23–50
There are seven clues to the
presence of hazardous materials.
23–51
Locations and occupancies are the first
indicator of hazardous materials.
23–52
REVIEW QUESTION
What types of occupancies and
locations are most likely to have
hazardous materials?
23–53
Causing the greatest number of casualties
Causing panic and/or disruption
Damaging the economy
Destroying property
Demoralizing the community
Terrorism intends to do harm by
one of several actions.
23–54
Certain occupancies are more likely
to be targets for terrorist attack.
23–55
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DISCUSSION QUESTION
What are some examples of each of the
occupancy types that may be the target
of terrorist attacks?
23–56
Container types and shapes fall
into several main categories.
23–57
Bulk-capacity fixed-facility containers
Bulk transportation containers
Intermediate bulk containers
Ton containers
(Cont.)
CAUTION
Structural fire fighting PPE does not
provide adequate protection against the
hazardous materials commonly stored in
ton containers.
23–58
Container types and shapes fall
into several main categories.
23–59
Nonbulk packaging
Containers for radioactive materials
REVIEW QUESTION
How can container types and shapes
give clues about the presence of
hazardous materials/weapons of
mass destruction?
23–60
U.S. DOT Four-digit
UN
identification
numbers
Other
Transportation placards, labels, and
markings take several forms.
23–61
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Railroad car
markings
• Reporting
marks
• Capacity stencil
• Specification
marking
Intermodal
container/tank
Railroad car and international
intermodal markings are found in
various forms and locations.
23–62
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REVIEW QUESTION
What types of transportation,
placards, labels, and markings are
used when transporting hazardous
materials?
23–63
There are several other marking
and color systems in use as well.
23–64
(Cont.)
There are several other marking
and color systems in use as well.
23–65
(Cont.)
CAUTION WARNING
DANGER POISON
There are several other marking
and color systems in use as well.
23–66
(Cont.)
There are several other marking
and color systems in use as well.
23–67
(Cont.)
“Red
you’re
dead”
“Yellow
you’re
mellow”
“White
is
bright”
CAUTION
When the military ships hazardous
materials by common carrier, it is not
required to use DOT and TC
transportation markings.
23–68
There are several other marking
and color systems in use as well.
23–69
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Describe the written resources used
to identify hazardous materials.
Learning Objective 7
23–70
There are several written resources that
can help identify hazardous materials.
23–71
(Cont.)Shipping
papers
There are several written resources that
can help identify hazardous materials.
23–72
(Cont.)
Safety
data
sheets
There are several written resources that
can help identify hazardous materials.
23–73
ERG
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REVIEW QUESTION
What are three common written
resources used to identify hazardous
materials?
23–74
Explain the ways to safely use the
five senses, along with monitoring
and detection equipment, to detect
the presence of hazardous materials.
Learning Objective 8
23–75
WARNING
Never use your senses to detect
hazardous materials. This method is
unreliable and extremely dangerous.
23–76
Chemical reactions
Physical actions
Indicators of physical or chemical actions/reactions
Vision, at a distance, can be the
safest sense to alert you to the
presence of hazardous materials.
23–77
Hearing
Smell
Taste
Touch
Other senses can also provide clues.
23–78
Changes in
respiration
Changes in
level of
consciousness
Abdominal
distress
Changes in
activity level
The senses of other people can also alert
firefighters to hazardous materials.
23–79
Visual
disturbances
Skin changes
Changes in
excretion or
thirst
Pain
Used to determine
presence,
concentration Require specialized
training
Monitoring and detection
devices are effective only if in
contact with the material.
23–80
REVIEW QUESTION
How are the senses, as well as
monitoring and detection equipment,
used to safely detect the presence of
hazardous materials?
23–81
Identify common indicators of
terrorist attacks.
Learning Objective 9
23–82
Deliberately target people
Higher potential for civilian casualties and greater risk
from contaminated victims and structural collapse
May involve booby traps, armed resistance, secondary
devices
Terrorist attacks differ from other haz
mat incidents in several ways.
23–83
Unusually large number of people with similar
symptoms reporting
Explosion at movie theater, government building, or
location with historical or symbolic significance
Two or more medical emergencies in transportation
hub, office building, or other public place
May be preceded by threat or warning of attack
There are several circumstances that
may be indicators of terrorist attack.
23–84
Each type of attack has specific
indicators and signs to be aware of.
23–85
(Cont.)
Chemical
Biological
Radiological
Nuclear
Explosive/incendiary
REVIEW QUESTION
What are the five categories of
terrorist attack indicators?
23–86
Describe the common indicators and
types of illicit laboratories.
Learning Objective 10
23–87
Firefighters should know several facts
regarding illicit laboratories
23–88
Produce illegal or controlled substances
Can be found almost anywhere
May be portable
Many contain products that are toxic, explosive, or highly flammable
May involve booby traps or armed resistance
DISCUSSION QUESTION
What drug is being made in most drug
labs?
23–89
The most common hazard for
meth labs is flammability.
23–90
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CAUTION
Fire suppression at illicit labs can be
difficult because chemicals such as
sodium and lithium are highly water-
reactive.
23–91
Meth labs may be indicated by
equipment and other indicators.
23–92
Chemical labs are indicated by
the presence of several items.
23–93
Explosive labs are the second most
common type of lab discovered.
REVIEW QUESTION
What are the indicators a responder
should look for when trying to
identify the difference between a
drug lab and an explosives lab?
23–95
Biological lab indicators
include several items.
23–96
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G.Breman,M.D.,D.T.P.H.
Explain ways to protect against
secondary attacks and booby traps.
Learning Objective 11
23–97
Used to
Secondary devices –
May be used
Booby traps
Typically detonated
Hidden or camouflaged
• Create chaos
• Divert responders from primary attack
• Terrorist attack
• Criminal event
• Illicit labs
• Often set at illicit labs
• May utilize other weapons
• Timer
• Radio-controlled or cell phone-
activated device
• Disguised as almost anything
Secondary devices and booby traps
target those already at the incident.
23–98
There are several items that should
arouse curiosity at an incident.
23–99
Containers with
unknown liquids or
materials
Unusual devices or
containers with
electronic
components
Devices containing
several flammable
materials
Materials attached to
or surrounding an
item that could be
used for shrapnel
Ordnance
Anticipate presence
of a secondary
device
Perform visual search
for suspicious items
before moving into
the incident area
Never touch or move
any item that may
conceal an explosive
device
Establish scene
security and scene
control zones
Evacuate victims and
nonessential
personnel as quickly
as possible
Firefighters should follow several
guidelines to guard against
possible secondary devices.
23–100
There are a wide variety of types of
booby traps to be aware of.
23–101
Always maintain
situational
awareness
Avoid
complacency
Use explosion-
proof equipment
Take aerial
reconnaissance
photographs
before entering
Do not touch or
move loose items
Check doors and
openings for wires
and/or traps
There are several steps firefighters
can take to avoid booby traps.
23–102
REVIEW QUESTION
What types of devices may be
commonly used as booby traps or
for a secondary attack?
23–103
• Hazardous materials can be present at
any incident scene, and responders
should always be aware of their
possible presence and the unique
challenges they pose.
• Responders must be able to recognize
containers that may contain hazardous
materials, and be able to predict what
types of hazards may be involved.
Summary
23–104
(Cont.)
• Responders should also be able to
predict the behavior of hazardous
materials, and how to recognize and
respond to incidents involving terrorist
attacks and illicit laboratories.
Summary
23–105

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Recognize Hazards of Hazardous Materials Incidents

  • 1. Replace with manual graphic on slide master Essentials of Fire Fighting 6th Edition Chapter 23 — Hazards, Behavior, and Identification of Haz Mat/WMD
  • 2. Recognize introductory information regarding hazardous materials. Learning Objective 1 23–1
  • 3. Alternatively called dangerous goods Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) A hazardous material is a substance that can be dangerous to human health or the environment if not controlled. 23–2
  • 4. Human error Mechanical malfunction Container failure Transportation accident Vandalism or terrorism Haz mat incidents can be caused by several factors. 23–3
  • 5. Variety of hazards encountered Potential health effects of materials Physical hazards associated with materials Safely mitigating haz mat incidents requires that firefighters understand three concepts. 23–4
  • 6. CAUTION The presence of hazardous materials may significantly change mitigation strategies and tactics. 23–5
  • 7. REVIEW QUESTION What are the main causes of hazardous materials incidents? 23–6
  • 8. Explain the six types of hazardous materials hazards. Learning Objective 2 23–7
  • 9. Acute Chronic There are two types of health effects that may result from haz mat incidents. 23–8
  • 10. Thermal hazards involve extremes of heat or cold. 23–9 Elevated temperatures Low temperatures CourtesyofRichMahaney CourtesyofSteveIrby,Owasso(OK)FireDepartment
  • 11. Radiological hazards are categorized as nonionizing or ionizing. 23–10
  • 12. REVIEW QUESTION What do the four types of ionizing radiation have in common; how do they differ? 23–11
  • 13. Radiation health hazards vary depending on the type of dose. 23–12
  • 14. Asphyxiation hazards prevent the body from absorbing oxygen. 23–13
  • 15. Chemical hazards are grouped into several categories. 23–14 (Cont.) Poisons/toxins CourtesyofRichMahaney
  • 16. CAUTION All personnel working at hazardous materials incidents must use appropriate personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection. 23–15
  • 17. Chemical hazards are grouped into several categories. 23–16 (Cont.) Corrosives
  • 18. Chemical hazards are grouped into several categories. 23–17 Irritants Convulsants Carcinogens Sensitizers/allergens
  • 19. REVIEW QUESTION What are the common categories for chemical hazards? 23–18
  • 20. Viruses Bacteria Rickettsias Biological toxins Etiological or biological hazards cause severe, possibly infectious, diseases. 23–19 CourtesyCDCPublic HealthImageLibrary CourtesyoftheU.S. DepartmentofAgriculture CourtesyCDCPublic HealthImageLibrary
  • 21. Mechanical hazards cause injury through blunt physical force. 23–20
  • 22. REVIEW QUESTION What types of mechanical hazards are created by explosions? 23–21
  • 23. Describe routes of entry for hazardous materials. Learning Objective 3 23–22
  • 24. There are four routes of entry into the human body for hazardous materials. 23–23
  • 25. REVIEW QUESTION How do hazardous materials enter the body? 23–24
  • 26. Describe the physical properties of hazardous materials. Learning Objective 4 23–25
  • 27. Each state of matter poses different types of hazards. 23–26
  • 28. Flash point Autoignition temperature Flammable, combustible, explosive range The behavior of flammable materials depends on several properties. 23–27
  • 29. Vapor pressure is the measure of a substance’s tendency to evaporate. 23–28
  • 30. Temperature at which • Vapor pressure greater than or equal to atmospheric pressure • Liquid changes to gas Usually expressed • In degrees F (C) • At sea level air pressure Special fire hazards • Present if low boiling point Boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE) may be caused Boiling point is another property that influences material behavior. 23–29
  • 31. Vapor density measures weight of a pure vapor or gas in comparison to an equal volume of dry air in similar conditions. 23–30
  • 32. Percentage of material that dissolves in water at ambient temperature Can help determine appropriate spill cleanup methods, extinguishing agents Knowing a material’s solubility can help determine important information. 23–31
  • 33. Specific gravity is the density of a substance in comparison to another standard material, typically water. 23–32
  • 34. Persistence is a material’s ability to remain in the environment. 23–33
  • 35. Reactivity is the ability of a substance to chemically react with other materials. 23–34
  • 36. Catalyst causes molecules to combine in chain • If uncontrolled, tremendous energy can be released Inhibitors • Slow down, prevent unwanted chemical reactions • Added to polymerizing materials • Many time-sensitive Polymerization is also a type of chemical reaction that can be dangerous. 23–35
  • 37. REVIEW QUESTION How do the nine physical properties of hazardous materials help predict the behavior of the material? 23–36
  • 38. Explain the six stages of the General Emergency Behavior Model (GEBMO) used to describe typical hazardous materials events. Learning Objective 5 23–37
  • 39. The General Emergency Behavior Model (GEBMO) describes the typical sequence of events at an incident. 23–38
  • 40. Thermal Chemical Mechanical There are three ways in which a container stressed beyond its design strength may breach (fail). 23–39
  • 41. A container breach may occur in various ways and can be partial or total. 23–40
  • 42. After a breach, release of the contents and stored energy occurs. 23–41 Detonation Violent rupture Rapid relief Spill/leak
  • 43. Several patterns describe the dispersion/engulfment of a container’s contents after release. 23–42 (Cont.)
  • 44. Several patterns describe the dispersion/engulfment of a container’s contents after release. 23–43 (Cont.)
  • 45. Several patterns describe the dispersion/engulfment of a container’s contents after release. 23–44 (Cont.)
  • 46. Several patterns describe the dispersion/engulfment of a container’s contents after release. 23–45
  • 48. Estimations • Always include worst- case scenario Estimation of harm is assessed for the environment and/or human health. 23–47
  • 49. DISCUSSION QUESTION How can urban environments affect releases? 23–48
  • 50. REVIEW QUESTION What are the six stages of the General Emergency Behavior Model (GEBMO)? 23–49
  • 51. Identify the seven categories of clues to the presence of hazardous materials/weapons of mass destruction. Learning Objective 6 23–50
  • 52. There are seven clues to the presence of hazardous materials. 23–51
  • 53. Locations and occupancies are the first indicator of hazardous materials. 23–52
  • 54. REVIEW QUESTION What types of occupancies and locations are most likely to have hazardous materials? 23–53
  • 55. Causing the greatest number of casualties Causing panic and/or disruption Damaging the economy Destroying property Demoralizing the community Terrorism intends to do harm by one of several actions. 23–54
  • 56. Certain occupancies are more likely to be targets for terrorist attack. 23–55 CourtesyofU.S.CustomsandBorderProtection, photobyGeraldL.Nino
  • 57. DISCUSSION QUESTION What are some examples of each of the occupancy types that may be the target of terrorist attacks? 23–56
  • 58. Container types and shapes fall into several main categories. 23–57 Bulk-capacity fixed-facility containers Bulk transportation containers Intermediate bulk containers Ton containers (Cont.)
  • 59. CAUTION Structural fire fighting PPE does not provide adequate protection against the hazardous materials commonly stored in ton containers. 23–58
  • 60. Container types and shapes fall into several main categories. 23–59 Nonbulk packaging Containers for radioactive materials
  • 61. REVIEW QUESTION How can container types and shapes give clues about the presence of hazardous materials/weapons of mass destruction? 23–60
  • 62. U.S. DOT Four-digit UN identification numbers Other Transportation placards, labels, and markings take several forms. 23–61 CourtesyofRichMahaney
  • 63. Railroad car markings • Reporting marks • Capacity stencil • Specification marking Intermodal container/tank Railroad car and international intermodal markings are found in various forms and locations. 23–62 CourtesyofRichMahaney
  • 64. REVIEW QUESTION What types of transportation, placards, labels, and markings are used when transporting hazardous materials? 23–63
  • 65. There are several other marking and color systems in use as well. 23–64 (Cont.)
  • 66. There are several other marking and color systems in use as well. 23–65 (Cont.)
  • 67. CAUTION WARNING DANGER POISON There are several other marking and color systems in use as well. 23–66 (Cont.)
  • 68. There are several other marking and color systems in use as well. 23–67 (Cont.) “Red you’re dead” “Yellow you’re mellow” “White is bright”
  • 69. CAUTION When the military ships hazardous materials by common carrier, it is not required to use DOT and TC transportation markings. 23–68
  • 70. There are several other marking and color systems in use as well. 23–69 CourtesyofRichMahaney
  • 71. Describe the written resources used to identify hazardous materials. Learning Objective 7 23–70
  • 72. There are several written resources that can help identify hazardous materials. 23–71 (Cont.)Shipping papers
  • 73. There are several written resources that can help identify hazardous materials. 23–72 (Cont.) Safety data sheets
  • 74. There are several written resources that can help identify hazardous materials. 23–73 ERG CourtesyofRichMahaney
  • 75. REVIEW QUESTION What are three common written resources used to identify hazardous materials? 23–74
  • 76. Explain the ways to safely use the five senses, along with monitoring and detection equipment, to detect the presence of hazardous materials. Learning Objective 8 23–75
  • 77. WARNING Never use your senses to detect hazardous materials. This method is unreliable and extremely dangerous. 23–76
  • 78. Chemical reactions Physical actions Indicators of physical or chemical actions/reactions Vision, at a distance, can be the safest sense to alert you to the presence of hazardous materials. 23–77
  • 79. Hearing Smell Taste Touch Other senses can also provide clues. 23–78
  • 80. Changes in respiration Changes in level of consciousness Abdominal distress Changes in activity level The senses of other people can also alert firefighters to hazardous materials. 23–79 Visual disturbances Skin changes Changes in excretion or thirst Pain
  • 81. Used to determine presence, concentration Require specialized training Monitoring and detection devices are effective only if in contact with the material. 23–80
  • 82. REVIEW QUESTION How are the senses, as well as monitoring and detection equipment, used to safely detect the presence of hazardous materials? 23–81
  • 83. Identify common indicators of terrorist attacks. Learning Objective 9 23–82
  • 84. Deliberately target people Higher potential for civilian casualties and greater risk from contaminated victims and structural collapse May involve booby traps, armed resistance, secondary devices Terrorist attacks differ from other haz mat incidents in several ways. 23–83
  • 85. Unusually large number of people with similar symptoms reporting Explosion at movie theater, government building, or location with historical or symbolic significance Two or more medical emergencies in transportation hub, office building, or other public place May be preceded by threat or warning of attack There are several circumstances that may be indicators of terrorist attack. 23–84
  • 86. Each type of attack has specific indicators and signs to be aware of. 23–85 (Cont.) Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosive/incendiary
  • 87. REVIEW QUESTION What are the five categories of terrorist attack indicators? 23–86
  • 88. Describe the common indicators and types of illicit laboratories. Learning Objective 10 23–87
  • 89. Firefighters should know several facts regarding illicit laboratories 23–88 Produce illegal or controlled substances Can be found almost anywhere May be portable Many contain products that are toxic, explosive, or highly flammable May involve booby traps or armed resistance
  • 90. DISCUSSION QUESTION What drug is being made in most drug labs? 23–89
  • 91. The most common hazard for meth labs is flammability. 23–90 CourtesyofMSA
  • 92. CAUTION Fire suppression at illicit labs can be difficult because chemicals such as sodium and lithium are highly water- reactive. 23–91
  • 93. Meth labs may be indicated by equipment and other indicators. 23–92
  • 94. Chemical labs are indicated by the presence of several items. 23–93
  • 95. Explosive labs are the second most common type of lab discovered.
  • 96. REVIEW QUESTION What are the indicators a responder should look for when trying to identify the difference between a drug lab and an explosives lab? 23–95
  • 97. Biological lab indicators include several items. 23–96 CourtesyofNationalCancer Institute,photobyBillBranson CourtesyofCDC,photobyJoel G.Breman,M.D.,D.T.P.H.
  • 98. Explain ways to protect against secondary attacks and booby traps. Learning Objective 11 23–97
  • 99. Used to Secondary devices – May be used Booby traps Typically detonated Hidden or camouflaged • Create chaos • Divert responders from primary attack • Terrorist attack • Criminal event • Illicit labs • Often set at illicit labs • May utilize other weapons • Timer • Radio-controlled or cell phone- activated device • Disguised as almost anything Secondary devices and booby traps target those already at the incident. 23–98
  • 100. There are several items that should arouse curiosity at an incident. 23–99 Containers with unknown liquids or materials Unusual devices or containers with electronic components Devices containing several flammable materials Materials attached to or surrounding an item that could be used for shrapnel Ordnance
  • 101. Anticipate presence of a secondary device Perform visual search for suspicious items before moving into the incident area Never touch or move any item that may conceal an explosive device Establish scene security and scene control zones Evacuate victims and nonessential personnel as quickly as possible Firefighters should follow several guidelines to guard against possible secondary devices. 23–100
  • 102. There are a wide variety of types of booby traps to be aware of. 23–101
  • 103. Always maintain situational awareness Avoid complacency Use explosion- proof equipment Take aerial reconnaissance photographs before entering Do not touch or move loose items Check doors and openings for wires and/or traps There are several steps firefighters can take to avoid booby traps. 23–102
  • 104. REVIEW QUESTION What types of devices may be commonly used as booby traps or for a secondary attack? 23–103
  • 105. • Hazardous materials can be present at any incident scene, and responders should always be aware of their possible presence and the unique challenges they pose. • Responders must be able to recognize containers that may contain hazardous materials, and be able to predict what types of hazards may be involved. Summary 23–104 (Cont.)
  • 106. • Responders should also be able to predict the behavior of hazardous materials, and how to recognize and respond to incidents involving terrorist attacks and illicit laboratories. Summary 23–105