Hazardous Materials/WMD Operations

Requires Medical Clearance
Must be submitted prior to the first class session.

Instructional Hours: 42.00
This course has a Canvas component which requires internet access.

Major topics covered in this course include firefighter safety; hazard recognition, regulations and standards; chemistry; recognition and identifications; DOT guidebook; site management; container behavior; defensive control measures; personal protective equipment; detection, monitoring and sampling equipment; victim rescue and recovery; and decontamination.

Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and practical exercises.

Prerequisites

MFRI FIRE-098, FIRE-101 or equivalent.

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Coordinated by: the MFRI Office. If you have any questions about the course, you are welcome to contact them by email at:

If you require special accommodations please send your requirements to: equity@mfri.org or you may call 301-226-9900 or 1-800-275-6374.