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Training Package:Hydrochloric Acid
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Module 0: Introduction
Course goal National Hazardous Materials Fusion
Center:– Purpose– RIST
Conducting training:– All information stems from actual event
Administrative information
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Module 1: The Incident
Initial dispatch information:– Location– Hazmats present– Unique response considerations
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Module 1: The Incident
Initial incident size up:– New information– Response considerations– Hazmats present– Preparations– Conditions– Additional scene information
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Module 2: Incident Response
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© National Hazardous Materials Fusion Center
Module 2: Incident Response
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Module 2: Incident Response
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Module 2: Incident Response
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© National Hazardous Materials Fusion Center
MC 312 Corrosive Liquid Tank
Module 2: Incident Response
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Module 2: Incident Response
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Module 2: Incident Response
Hazardous material behavior:– Material– Container– Initial response objectives– Other significant issues
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Module 2: Incident Response
Incident response:– Strategies & tactics– Issues or injuries– Environment– Equipment– Risks versus benefits– Response issues
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Module 3: Lessons Learned
Lessons learned Smart practices Hazardous material information:
– Hydrochloric acid
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Module 3: Lessons Learned
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Physical and Chemical Properties of Hydrochloric Acid 36% solutionAppearance Colorless to slight yellow
liquidPhysical State LiquidMolecular Weight 36.46Chemical Formula HClOdor Pungent, Irritating OdorSpecific Gravity 1.18Solubility in Water Soluble (100%)pH <1
Module 3: Lessons Learned
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Physical and Chemical Properties of Hydrochloric Acid 36% solutionBoiling Point / Range 140–221˚F (60–105˚C)Melting Point -30˚CVapor Pressure 80 mmHg at 68˚F (20˚C)Vapor Density(Air = 1.0)
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Evaporation Rate < 1.00 (N-butyl acetate)Volatility 9–36% by volumeIonization Potential 12.74 eVFlash Point Not Flammable
Module 3: Lessons Learned
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Staffing Establishment of EOC Relationships and training Creative use of available resources
Module 4: Moving Forward / Planning Ahead
Planning activity:– Surveying the incident– Container ID / marking– Monitoring equipment– Response objectives– Incident command
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Module 4: Moving Forward / Planning Ahead
Planning activity:– Communication– PPE– Decontamination– Policies & procedures– Mutual aid
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Module 4: Moving Forward / Planning Ahead
Planning activity:– Training– Resources– Smart practices
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